Berrycast

Captures video from user's screen, webcam, or both simultaneously using WebRTC APIs and native browser media stream APIs. Records directly in the browser without requiring desktop software installation, storing raw video data in memory before upload. Supports multi-source composition (picture-in-picture or side-by-side layouts) through client-side canvas rendering and MediaRecorder API.

Provides a visual timeline editor in the browser UI allowing users to mark in/out points, trim segments, and remove unwanted sections without re-encoding. Uses WebCodecs API or FFmpeg.wasm for client-side video processing to preview edits before upload, reducing server load and enabling instant feedback. Supports frame-accurate seeking and multi-segment deletion with automatic gap closure.

Allows users to save editing configurations (trim points, overlays, branding, CTA buttons) as reusable templates that can be applied to new videos with one click. Templates are stored in database with versioning and sharing capabilities across team members. Supports template categories and search for easy discovery.

Supports team workspaces with role-based access control (admin, editor, viewer) and approval workflows where videos require manager sign-off before sharing. Implements comment threads on videos for feedback, version history tracking, and audit logs of all edits and approvals. Uses database transactions to ensure consistency across concurrent edits.

Allows users to add text labels, callouts, and annotations at specific timestamps on the video timeline through a visual editor. Text overlays are rendered as SVG or canvas elements composited onto video frames during server-side encoding, supporting customizable fonts, colors, positioning, and fade-in/fade-out timing. Supports multiple overlays per video with independent timing and styling.

Generates shareable links with granular access controls including password protection, expiration dates, view limits, and domain restrictions. Links are stored in a database with metadata tracking who accessed the video, when, and from which IP/domain. Supports both public and private sharing modes with optional email delivery integration for authenticated access.

Tracks video engagement through client-side event listeners that report view initiation, pause/resume, seek events, and watch completion to analytics backend. Aggregates metrics per video including total views, average watch duration, completion rate, and heatmap showing which segments are rewatched or skipped. Data is stored in time-series database and visualized in dashboard with filters by date range, viewer, and sharing link.

Provides native integrations with Slack and Teams allowing users to record, edit, and share videos directly from chat interfaces without leaving the platform. Integration uses OAuth 2.0 for authentication and Slack/Teams APIs for message posting, supporting rich message formatting with video preview thumbnails, metadata, and CTA buttons. Embeds Berrycast player in message thread for inline viewing with analytics tracking.

Integrates with Gmail through OAuth 2.0 allowing users to compose emails with embedded video messages and track opens/clicks. Uses Gmail API to draft emails with Berrycast video preview as clickable thumbnail, storing email metadata and recipient list for analytics correlation. Tracks email open events through pixel-based tracking and link clicks through URL parameter injection.

Accepts video uploads in common formats (MP4, MOV, WebM, AVI) and automatically transcodes to optimized formats for web delivery (H.264 MP4, VP9 WebM) using FFmpeg on backend servers. Generates multiple bitrate variants (480p, 720p, 1080p) for adaptive bitrate streaming, storing files in cloud object storage (S3, GCS) with CDN distribution. Transcoding is asynchronous with progress tracking via webhook or polling.

Embeds a web-based video player with customizable colors, logos, and call-to-action buttons that can link to external URLs or trigger Slack/Teams messages. Player is built with HTML5 video element and custom JavaScript controls, supporting fullscreen, playback speed adjustment, and quality selection. CTA buttons are positioned as overlays with configurable timing and styling, tracking clicks as analytics events.

Supports uploading multiple videos simultaneously and applying consistent edits (trimming, overlays, branding) across all videos in a batch operation. Uses job queue system (e.g., Celery, Bull) to process videos asynchronously with progress tracking. Enables bulk sharing to multiple recipients via email or Slack with personalization tokens for recipient names and custom messages.