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Is it possible to install FFmpeg on a cloud function?

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darkmess
19 Jan, 2024, 10:41

Does anyone have experience with this? I need to be able to use ffmpeg inside a function

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Question: Can FFmpeg be installed on a cloud function? Developer A: I've seen developers install Chromium on Appwrite Functions, so I believe installing FFmpeg should be possible as well. Have you tried building a binary during the build or cold-start process? Additionally, consider using a pre-built portable version of FFmpeg if available. Just make sure to use the Linux Alpine version of FFmpeg for it to run on Appwrite Functions. Solution: Try building a binary during the build or cold-start process, or use a pre-built portable version of FFmpeg (specifically the Linux Alpine version) to install it on Appwrite Functions.
Meldiron
19 Jan, 2024, 10:50

Hi 👋 I have seen developers installing Chromium on Appwrite Functions. That makes me think ffmpeg should also be possible. I have tried it myself but if you build a binary during build or cold-start, it should be usable. You might also consider pre-built portable version, if ffmpeg has that. For it to run on Appwrite Functions, you will need Linux Alpine version of ffmpeg

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