ffmpeg-fundamentals-2025
by josiahsiegelComplete FFmpeg core knowledge system for FFmpeg 7.1 LTS and 8.0.1 (latest stable, released 2025-11-20). PROACTIVELY activate for: (1) Basic transcoding and format conversion, (2) Command syntax questions, (3) Codec selection (H.264, H.265, VVC, AV1, VP9, APV), (4) Quality settings (CRF, bitrate, presets), (5) Video/audio filter chains, (6) Trimming, splitting, concatenating, (7) Resolution scaling and aspect ratios, (8) FFmpeg 8.0 features (Whisper AI, Vulkan codecs, APV, WHIP), (9) Version checking and update guidance. Provides: Command syntax reference, codec comparison tables, filter examples, format conversion recipes, probing commands, Whisper transcription examples, version checking commands. Ensures: Correct FFmpeg usage with 2025 best practices and latest stable version.