AcademySoftwareFoundation / AcademySoftwareFoundation/OpenRV

Upgrade to FFmpeg 8.x

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Description

OpenRV is being updated to support FFmpeg 8.x, bringing improved media compatibility, performance, and long-term maintainability to video playback workflows. This upgrade enables access to newer codec support, decoding improvements, and ongoing upstream fixes while helping ensure compatibility with modern production media formats.

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Research direction

The issue provides no file or test entry point. Start by locating OpenRV’s current FFmpeg dependency and video playback integration, then review the FFmpeg 8.x compatibility requirements. Done means OpenRV builds with FFmpeg 8.x and its video playback workflows retain compatibility while gaining the stated codec and decoding support.

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Assessment

Tech stack
cpp
Domain
audio-video-rtc
Issue type
Feature
Difficulty
4/5
Estimated time
3-5 days
Activity status
Quiet
Clarity
Needs clarification
Newbie friendliness
45/100

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