StreamCore

StreamCore is an open-source framework for building end-to-end multimedia streaming systems. It provides a modular pipeline that covers ingest, processing, packaging, transport, and client delivery, enabling developers to assemble custom streaming services without starting from scratch. The design emphasizes flexibility, extensibility, and cross-platform compatibility, supporting diverse deployment scenarios from small web applications to large-scale services.

The project originated in 2019 with initial releases by StreamTech Labs and has been maintained since 2021 under the StreamTech Foundation. It relies on a plugin-based architecture in which encoders, transcoders, muxers, DRM modules, and analytics components can be added or swapped as needed. StreamCore typically handles multiple input protocols such as RTMP, RTSP, and SRT, and outputs content through formats like HLS, DASH, CMAF, and WebRTC. It also includes features for adaptive bitrate streaming, low-latency modes, and edge delivery in suitable deployments.

Core capabilities include support for common codecs such as H.264/AVC, H.265/HEVC, and AV1, along with packaging options for MP4/CMAF and TS. Security features encompass token-based access control, TLS encryption, and integration with DRM systems where required. Observability through built-in analytics and metrics is provided to monitor streaming quality and system health.

Typical use cases encompass live sports and events, corporate webinars, educational streaming, and surveillance applications. The project is licensed under an open-source agreement (MIT) and encourages community contributions, documentation, and collaboration through common governance channels. Community reception notes the framework’s modularity and potential complexity for beginners.