pckg_capture
The `pckg_capture` directive captures specific metadata from Kaltura's media processing framework to facilitate media management.
Description
The pckg_capture directive is designed to assist in managing the Kaltura Media Framework by capturing essential information about media processing events. It can be used within the http, server, or location contexts, allowing for flexible integration across various levels of the NGINX configuration. When specified, this directive requires one argument, which is intended to specify the type of metadata that should be captured during the media processing lifecycle.
Once the directive is configured, NGINX processes incoming media events and captures the specified metadata, which can be used by other components or logged for auditing purposes. This directive is particularly useful in setups where media is heavily processed, enabling the orchestration of different components in the media framework while monitoring the processing steps closely. The behavior of the directive may vary based on the specifics of the metadata being captured, with potential performance implications depending on the volume of captured events.
Config Example
pckg_capture media_metadata;
Make sure the argument passed is valid and recognized by the Kaltura framework, as unsupported arguments can lead to configuration errors.
Since this directive interacts directly with media processing, improper setup may result in lost metadata or suboptimal performance when handling high media loads.