aval
A new open-source format for interactive video on the web, with a built-in state machine, frame-accurate transitions, and packed-alpha transparency.
What is it?
What it is
AVAL is a web format and runtime for short prerendered motion with continuous loops, named application states, authored triggers, bounded transitions,
Why it exists
A new open-source format for interactive video on the web, with a built-in state machine, frame-accurate transitions, and packed-alpha transparency.
Who should use it
Teams building with TypeScript who want an open-source, self-hosted option.
Who should avoid it
Teams that need a fully managed SaaS with enterprise SLAs out of the box.
How it works
A quick walkthrough in plain English
How aval works
Step 1 of 3
You interact with it
Open aval, send a request, or connect it to your stack.
Features
Advantages
- Open source (MIT)
- Active TypeScript ecosystem
- Self-hosted deployment options
Disadvantages
- Requires operational ownership for self-hosted setups
- Community support varies by project maturity
Installation
native
npm install @pixel-point/aval-element@1.0.0 npm install --save-dev @pixel-point/aval-compiler@1.0.0 npx avl init my-motion cd my-motion npm install npm run dev
FAQ
What is aval?
aval is an open-source project licensed under MIT.
What language is aval built with?
Primary language: TypeScript.
Is it free to use?
Yes. Licensed under MIT. Check the license for commercial use.
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