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[API] YouTube Transcripts
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Functional Area: YouTube Transcripts
Endpoints under this functional area:
| Module | API Version | Resource / Endpoint | HTTP Method | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Transcripts | v0 | /contentstore/v0/youtube_transcripts/{course_id}/check |
GET | Checks the status and differences of YouTube transcripts for a course. Returns JSON with keys like html5_local, html5_equal, is_youtube_mode, youtube_local, youtube_server, youtube_diff, current_item_subs, status, and command. Useful for AI or external tools that automate transcript validation, synchronization, or accessibility compliance. |
| Transcripts | v0 | /contentstore/v0/youtube_transcripts/{course_id}/upload |
GET | Retrieves upload status for YouTube transcripts associated with course videos. Returns edx_video_id and status. Useful for AI-driven automation for transcript uploads, monitoring, or video metadata analytics. |
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