AudioTypeDriver
AudioTypeDriver is a software abstraction layer within multimedia frameworks that mediates communication between applications and hardware audio devices through a standardized driver interface. It provides a common surface for handling diverse audio transports, enabling developers to write device-agnostic code while supporting device-specific features.
The core of AudioTypeDriver is a defined API that each driver must implement. Typical functions include openDevice,
A driver manager coordinates the lifecycle of drivers. It loads drivers from a plug-in directory or registry,
Capabilities are exposed through descriptors that enumerate supported audio formats, supported channel configurations, default or minimum
AudioTypeDriver supports a range of type-specific drivers, including PCM playback, MIDI output, and digital interfaces such
Development considerations include thread-safety, real-time constraints, buffering strategies, error reporting, and robust handling of device unavailability.