How to Write a Video Player in Less Than 1000 Lines
Learn to build a complete video player using FFmpeg and SDL libraries. Covers digital video and audio processing, with step-by-step tutorials and downloadable source code.
Introduction
A guide to writing a video player in less than 1000 lines, using FFmpeg and software development principles.
Highlights
- Covers writing a complete video player using the FFmpeg library
- Explains the technical details of digital video and audio processing
- Provides step-by-step tutorials with downloadable source code
- Utilizes the SDL library for cross-platform audio and video output
Recommendation
This course is recommended for programmers with a decent background in C and an interest in multimedia application development. It provides a hands-on approach to learning the fundamentals of video player implementation, making it a valuable resource for those looking to expand their skills in this domain.
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