DEV Community: Sami.s

Beyond the Headset: Engineering etcGrab Cube for Browser-Based Spatial Computing

Sami.s — Fri, 20 Mar 2026 05:46:28 +0000

Spatial computing shouldn't be a "walled garden."

I’ve been working on etcGrab Cube, an open-source bridge between Computer Vision and 3D physics. It translates raw 2D video into stabilized 3D skeletal interaction with zero-install friction.

I just published a technical breakdown of the architecture, from One Euro Filters to PD-controlled ragdolls.

Check it out here:medium.com

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Sami.s — Wed, 14 Jan 2026 06:04:29 +0000

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Thank You for the Love ❤️

Sami.s — Fri, 19 Dec 2025 00:38:26 +0000

Thank you for all the love ❤️

I want to take a moment to genuinely thank everyone who’s been visiting sami.is-a.dev, clicking through the pages, and spending time exploring my work. Every visit, every click, and every bit of engagement means more than I can properly explain. Seeing people take the time to look at what I’m building gives me the motivation to keep going, keep learning, and keep improving even on the days when progress feels slow 🚀

This site represents a lot of late nights, trial and error, rewritten code, and ideas that didn’t always work the first time. It’s a personal space where I experiment, learn in public, and slowly shape better projects over time. Knowing that others are finding their way here makes the effort feel worthwhile.

Because of the support and interest, I’ve added a Sponsor page to the site. It’s there for anyone who wants to support what I do or help push future projects forward. There’s absolutely no pressure the support already shown just by being here is more than enough, and I’m genuinely grateful 🙏

There’s more on the way. More updates, more projects, and more improvements as I continue refining both the site and the work behind it. I’ll keep building quietly, learning as I go, and sharing progress along the way.

Thank you again for being part of this journey and supporting it in your own way 💙
It truly means a lot.

— Sami

Rate my website

Sami.s — Wed, 17 Dec 2025 00:26:35 +0000

Hello, everyone! I'm thrilled to invite you to visit my website, Sami.is-a.dev, where I've poured my creativity and effort into crafting an engaging experience. I truly value your perspectives, so I would love for you to delve into the various sections and features of the site. Your feedback is essential in helping me refine and elevate the overall user experience. Whether it’s the design, content, or functionality, I’m eager to hear your thoughts. Thank you in advance for your insights—they mean a lot to me!

etcGrab Cube — My Browser-Based VR Full-Body Tracking System

Sami.s — Sun, 14 Dec 2025 22:36:29 +0000

🚀 etcGrab Cube — My Browser-Based VR Full-Body Tracking System
GitHub: https://github.com/Sami9889/hand-grab-cube

I’ve been working on a project called etcGrab Cube, a fully modular VR-ready system for full-body tracking, hand tracking, face tracking, ragdoll physics, and advanced avatar animation — all running directly in the browser with no extra hardware.

The system combines MediaPipe Pose, Hands, and FaceMesh with three.js to deliver real-time 3D motion capture, expressive avatars, and interactive VR experiences. My goal with this project is to push what’s possible using only a camera and the web.

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🌟 What etcGrab Cube Can Do

🔥 Full-Body Tracking
Captures your movement through MediaPipe Pose, supports world landmarks, and stays stable during fast motion, jumping, or partial visibility.

🖐 Hand & Finger Tracking + Gesture Detection
Tracks fingers, pinch/grab gestures, double pinches, and presence/loss of hands. Perfect for interactions, UI control, and gameplay systems.

🙂 Face Tracking
FaceMesh adds facial landmark tracking for expressions, avatar reactions, and more.

🎥 Multi-Camera Fusion
Supports multiple webcams at once for improved 3D accuracy, depth estimation, and a better understanding of body position in space.

🧍 Modular Advanced Avatar
Includes a detailed avatar with expressive motion, accessories, animation layers, outlines, smoothing, and modular components you can swap or extend.

🧩 Ragdoll Physics
Toggle ragdoll mode anytime. The system smoothly blends between physics simulation and tracked movement for realistic falling and interaction.

🎮 WebXR VR Support
Enter VR directly in the browser. Supports VR controllers, tracked hands (if available), and haptics for interaction feedback.

🛠 Full UI Controls
Everything is adjustable:
• Ragdoll
• VR mode
• HUD overlays
• Tracking mode
• Smoothing
• Low-perf mode
• Multi-camera selection
• Snapshot capture

🪄 Gesture & Interaction Events
High-level events fire for pinches, releases, hand presence, double-pinches, and more, making integration with apps, games, and tools seamless.

📸 Snapshot & Debug Tools
Capture the 3D scene, view tracking overlays, and debug pose/hand/face landmarks.

🎞 Camera Fallback Mode
Use a test video input when no real camera is available.

🔒 Robust Error Handling
Handles camera permissions, disconnects, and performance gracefully for a smooth experience.

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🎯 Why I Built It

I wanted a lightweight, browser-based full-body tracking system that:
• Doesn’t require VR trackers
• Doesn’t need special gloves or sensors
• Works with a laptop webcam or multiple cameras
• Supports VR and physics
• Can become a base for future games, tools, and creative experiments

etcGrab Cube is my solution — a flexible foundation for VR, animation, motion capture, and interactive 3D.

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🔗 GitHub Repository

https://github.com/Sami9889/hand-grab-cube

If you’re into VR, tracking, or web-based 3D, feel free to check it out, fork it, or reach out with ideas!

💖 Support My Open Source Work

Sami.s — Sun, 07 Dec 2025 06:24:50 +0000

💖 Support My Open Source Work

Hey! I'm Sami9889, building open source projects for developers worldwide.

Why Sponsor?

Your support helps me dedicate more time to:

Building features & fixing bugs
Writing documentation
Supporting the community
Tiers

☕ $1-5 - Coffee supporter
🌟 $10 - Backer
🥉 $25 - Bronze (priority support)
🥈 $50 - Silver (listed in READMEs)
🥇 $100 - Gold (logo in docs)
💎 $250 Platinum (Sponsor badge + Prominent logo placement)
Thank you for supporting open source! 💚
https://github.com/sponsors/Sami9889

🌐 Sami.dev-website

Sami.s — Tue, 09 Sep 2025 06:21:52 +0000

[Sami.dev Website Repository
(https://github.com/Sami9889/Sami.dev-website)

Welcome to the vibrant world of Sami.dev – the heart and soul of my personal developer website, sami.is-a.dev. Crafted meticulously with sleek HTML and dynamic JavaScript, this project is proudly deployed via GitHub Pages.

This project is an open invitation to the community – I am actively seeking passionate individuals to lend their expertise in the following areas:

🐛 Bug Hunting: Help me uncover pesky UI glitches, broken links, and compatibility issues across different browsers.
⚡ Performance Testing: Put the site through its paces on slow networks and mobile devices to ensure a seamless experience.
🎨 UI/UX Improvements: Share your insights on accessibility, layout enhancements, and intuitive navigation.
🔐 Security Feedback: Assist in identifying any vulnerabilities or potential sensitive information leaks.

🔎 Features

A minimalist frontend built with clean HTML and vanilla JavaScript for a fast loading experience.
An automated and efficient issue-to-branch-to-pull request workflow powered by GitHub Actions.
Comprehensive guidance for contributors, whether you're collaborating directly or forking the project.
Well-structured issue templates tagged with: BUG, UIX, PERF, ISL, IRE for easy organization.

🚀 Why Contribute?

Contribute to a tangible, live personal site that thrives on community input.
Gain hands-on experience with structured open-source workflows that sharpen your skills.
Play a vital role in maintaining the site’s stability, security, and professionalism.
Each contribution, no matter how big or small, will be celebrated and acknowledged with gratitude! 💡

🤝 How to Help

Open an Issue: Reference a specific commit, PR, line, or feature ID to guide your feedback.
Collaborators: An easy branch & draft PR will be generated automatically for you.
External Contributors: Simple instructions will be provided for forking the repository and submitting a PR.
Report Bugs, Suggest Improvements, or Test Workflows: Your insights are invaluable!

👋 About Me

Greetings! I’m Samrath “Sami” Singh, a dedicated developer with a passion for creating clean, functional, and secure websites. I launched sami.is-a.dev to showcase my diverse work and explore the exciting realm of open-source collaboration.

In addition to my personal projects, I offer tailored website development services for clients — from charming personal sites to complex custom builds. My focus is on:

🌐 Striking Frontend Design: Engaging and modern aesthetics using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
⚡ Swift Performance: Ensuring fast loading times and responsive layouts for a seamless user experience.
🔒 Robust Security: Prioritizing safety and implementing professional workflows.
🛠️ Customized Solutions: Creating personalized websites for portfolios, businesses, and more.

If you're interested in having a website developed or enhanced, I'd love to connect!

📬 Contact Me:

Email: samisingh988@gmail.com
Repo Issues for collaboration

✨ Whether you uncover a bug, contribute fresh improvements, or seek my expertise in building your website, I can’t wait to hear from you!