2017 - The Year of Linux Video Codec Drivers

Explore the evolution of Linux video codec drivers in this conference talk by Laurent Pinchart. Discover how recent additions to V4L2 have revolutionized support for video codecs using standard Linux kernel APIs, eliminating the need for proprietary solutions like OpenMAX. Learn about the challenges that previously hindered proper codec support and how the ChromeOS team demonstrated viable open-source alternatives. Gain insights into implementing and utilizing video codecs with free software and open APIs in embedded systems. Delve into the speaker's extensive experience as a Linux kernel developer, focusing on media-related drivers and V4L core development.