VP9
VP9 is an open-source video compression format and codec developed by Google, designed as a successor to VP8. It provides efficient video encoding and decoding for high-quality streaming, particularly for web-based applications like YouTube and video conferencing. VP9 is royalty-free and widely supported in modern browsers and media players.
Developers should learn VP9 when working on video streaming, web applications, or multimedia projects that require efficient compression for bandwidth-limited environments. It is especially useful for delivering high-resolution video (e.g., 4K) over the internet, as it offers better compression than older codecs like H.264, reducing data usage and costs. Use cases include video-on-demand services, live streaming, and real-time communication tools.