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Core Video ProMentioned in 2 Office Hours questions.ZoomZoom is a cloud-based video conferencing platform that enables real-time audio and video meetings, webinars, and screen sharing across multiple participants. Widely used in broadcast and production for remote interviews, virtual panels, and distributed team collaboration, Zoom allows users to connect via desktop, mobile, or web browser with minimal setup. The service offers recording capabilities, virtual backgrounds, and integration with other production tools, making it a common choice for capturing live-event content and conducting remote Q&A sessions.GPU-native encodingMentioned in 2 Office Hours questions.NVIDIA NVENCMentioned in 2 Office Hours questions.H.264H.264 is a widely-used video compression standard that reduces file size while maintaining quality, making it ideal for streaming, broadcasting, and archival. Also known as MPEG-4 Part 10 or AVC (Advanced Video Coding), it is the de facto codec for live streaming, on-demand video delivery, and many camera systems. H.264's efficiency and broad hardware support have made it a cornerstone of modern media production and distribution workflows.H.265H.265, also known as HEVC (High Efficiency Video Coding), is a video compression standard that encodes video at roughly half the bitrate of its predecessor H.264 while maintaining similar or better visual quality. It is widely used in broadcast, streaming, and live-event production for reducing file sizes and bandwidth requirements, though adoption varies depending on playback device compatibility and encoding hardware availability.AV1Mentioned in 2 Office Hours questions.OBSOBS (Open Broadcaster Software) is a free, open-source software application used for video recording and live streaming. It allows users to capture, mix, and broadcast audio and video from multiple sources—such as cameras, screens, images, and audio inputs—to platforms like Twitch, YouTube, and Facebook Live. OBS is widely used by streamers, content creators, and broadcast professionals for its flexibility, lack of licensing fees, and cross-platform availability (Windows, macOS, Linux).EcammEcamm is a Mac-based live streaming and video production software suite that enables creators and broadcasters to produce multi-camera productions, screen sharing, and professional-quality live streams directly from their computer. It integrates with platforms like Facebook Live, YouTube, and Zoom, and is commonly used by content creators, podcasters, and live-event producers who work on macOS.MemoLiveMentioned in 1 Office Hours question.vMixvMix is a live streaming and video production software platform that allows users to mix multiple video sources, add graphics, and manage live broadcasts from a single computer interface. It supports camera feeds, screen captures, video clips, and other media inputs, making it popular for producing professional-quality live streams, webcasts, and multi-camera productions without requiring expensive dedicated hardware.VizRTVizRT is a Norwegian software company that develops graphics and real-time rendering solutions for broadcast, live event, and media production. Their flagship products—including Viz Engine, Mosart, and Mosart MOS integration tools—enable operators to create, manage, and deliver 2D and 3D graphics, animations, and on-air visuals in live production environments.Black Magic cardMentioned in 1 Office Hours question.AJA cardAJA is a manufacturer of professional video I/O and conversion hardware used in broadcast and live production. An 'AJA card' typically refers to one of their PCIe capture or playback cards (such as Kona or IO models) that enables video input/output, format conversion, and synchronization on editing workstations and production servers. These cards are widely used for ingesting camera feeds, monitoring, and outputting to broadcast standards.ZcomsMentioned in 1 Office Hours question.DanteDante is a digital audio networking protocol that allows multiple channels of high-quality audio to be transmitted over standard Ethernet cables, enabling simplified wiring and real-time synchronization in live production and broadcast environments. Developed by Audinate, it has become an industry standard for connecting audio devices such as mixing consoles, speakers, microphones, and recording equipment without the need for traditional analog or proprietary digital audio cables. Dante supports low latency and high channel count, making it popular in touring, fixed installations, and remote production scenarios.OSC controlsMentioned in 2 Office Hours questions.IsadoraIsadora is a visual programming environment and real-time media server designed for live performance, interactive installations, and broadcast applications. It allows users to create complex audiovisual compositions and control multimedia elements without requiring traditional code, using a node-based interface to manage video, audio, graphics, and external device integration.cloud deployMentioned in 1 Office Hours question.
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CoreVideo Pro Zoom App Uses GPU-Native Encoding

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I hear you've been working on some production-related tools. Do you have anything you can share with the class?ASKED BY · Alexander Knight · PORT COQUITLAM, BRITISH COLUMBIA, CANADA
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