Plain-language reference for streaming technology, platform concepts, and the OpenVibe ecosystem. No jargon walls. No paywalls.
RTMP is the protocol used by most streaming software (OBS, Streamlabs, SLOBS) to send live video to an ingest server.
WHIP is the modern successor to RTMP, enabling ultra-low latency browser-based streaming without plugins.
HLS is the dominant video delivery protocol for live streams. Chunks video into segments served over plain HTTP.
OVC is the platform currency used for tips, subscriptions, TTS, soundboards, and game items across OpenVibe.
OBS Studio is the dominant open-source streaming and recording application used by most live streamers.
Your stream key is the password to your channel. Best practices for keeping it secure.
How OpenVibe uses readiness gates to measure platform health and make go/no-go decisions for production launches.