Question
What is the Video API Playground, and what are its key features?
Applies To
- Video API
- Developer Tool
- Playground Tool
Answer
The Vonage Video API Playground is an interactive, web-based tool using JS SDK that allows developers to experiment with and test the Vonage Video API using your OpenTok Project/Unified Video Application without writing code or setting up an application. It is designed to help developers quickly get hands-on experience with video communications features and functionalities. You'll need to have a Unified Video/OpenTok account to try it out. Please note that this tool is run within your own Unified Video Application/OpenTok Project, so any video calls made through the playground will be billed according to your billing plan.
Key Features:
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Real-Time API Interactions: Developers can interact with the Video API directly through a browser interface. It provides a practical way to test different video functionalities such as video calling, screen sharing, Signaling, Archiving, Broadcasting, and SIP.
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Quick Prototyping: The playground allows users to create Sessions and Tokens in a matter of seconds by configuring parameters like media mode, Archive mode, JS SDK versions (to the second to the latest version), and Token role, helping to visualize how various API functions work.
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No Code Required: It enables users to test and play with the Vonage Video API's capabilities without writing any code. This is helpful for quickly seeing how the API behaves and for demonstrating features to stakeholders or clients.
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Interactive Interface: Users can join Sessions, share video/audio, and interact with the features through a simple UI. It mimics the user experience of a real video call, including common tools like muting, screen sharing, and camera toggling.
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Advanced Firewall Control: The playground allows users to test advanced features such as Configurable Turn and IP Proxy functionality. However, these features are available for paid users only, making it a valuable tool for those looking to explore more complex network configurations. For pricing, please visit https://www.vonage.co.uk/communications-apis/video/pricing/.
Please use the link below to access the Playground, depending on your account environment:
- Unified Video environment: https://tools.vonage.com/video/playground
- OpenTok environment: https://tokbox.com/developer/tools/playground/
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