Question 1

How does Diffvideo work?

Accepted Answer

Diffvideo connects to your GitHub repositories through a GitHub App. When activity matches your rules (for example merges to main, releases, or pushes you configure), Diffvideo reads repository context and produces a professional, branded video. The process is automatic: you push code, and a video appears in your dashboard.

Question 2

What do I need to get started?

Accepted Answer

You need a GitHub account with at least one repository. Sign up for Diffvideo, install the GitHub App on your organization or personal account, select which repositories to connect, and you're ready to go. The first video can be generated within minutes of setup.

Question 3

How long does setup take?

Accepted Answer

About 2-3 minutes. The process is: create a Diffvideo account, install the GitHub App (one click), select repositories, and optionally configure your first automation rule. Diffvideo starts monitoring for events immediately after setup.

Question 4

What GitHub events trigger video generation?

Accepted Answer

Diffvideo supports five trigger types: pull request merges, pushes to specified branches, new releases (tags), scheduled intervals (weekly, bi-weekly, etc.), and comment mentions. You configure which triggers are active through the rules engine in your dashboard.

Question 5

Do I need video editing experience?

Accepted Answer

Not at all. Diffvideo handles generation and rendering. You can review and approve draft suggestions before they're rendered, or configure autonomous mode for hands-off operation.

Question 6

What integrations do you support?

Accepted Answer

We currently support GitHub as the primary integration for repository monitoring. The GitHub App receives webhook events for PRs, pushes, releases, and comments. Additional source control integrations are on our roadmap.

Question 7

Can I use Diffvideo with private repositories?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Diffvideo's GitHub App works with both public and private repositories. The app requests read-only access to repository contents, pull requests, and metadata. Your code is used only to generate videos and is not stored permanently.

Question 8

What happens if I disconnect a repository?

Accepted Answer

When you disconnect a repository, Diffvideo stops monitoring it for new events. Existing videos generated from that repository remain in your library and continue to be accessible via their share links.

Question 9

Can I try Diffvideo before paying?

Accepted Answer

Yes. When you create an organization you get 2 min of generated video on us. No credit card required. Subscribe to Starter or Team when you need a monthly included allowance and metered overage.

Question 10

What's the difference between suggest mode and autonomous mode?

Accepted Answer

In suggest mode, Diffvideo generates video suggestions that appear in your inbox. You review the draft, make any edits, and approve it for rendering. In autonomous mode, videos are generated and rendered automatically without manual review. You can configure the mode per repository or per rule.

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