vod_multi_uri_suffix

The vod_multi_uri_suffix directive is used in the context of the NGINX-based Video on Demand (VOD) packager module. It enables users to define a suffix that is appended to the requested URIs for multi-URI scenarios. This feature is particularly useful when serving different renditions or segments of media files, allowing the server to dynamically adjust the URI based on the requested content. For example, it could be useful when handling adaptive bitrate streaming, where different versions of a video might be accessed through URIs that include specific suffixes indicated by this directive.

When the vod_multi_uri_suffix directive is set, NGINX modifies the incoming request URI by appending the specified suffix before processing the request. It ensures that the requested resources are correctly mapped to the underlying file structure or media storage layout, allowing for seamless access to various renditions or segments without requiring additional configuration or hardcoding in the application's logic. This directive can be especially powerful in environments where media files are served from a backend system that differentiates content through specific URI conventions.

The directive can be specified in the http, server, or location contexts and takes a single argument that defines the suffix to be appended.