cmyflix
A lightweight, self-hosted Netflix clone written in C for personal media libraries on low-power hardware.
What is cmyflix?
cmyflix is an open-source, self-hosted media server that clones the Netflix experience for personal video libraries. It organizes local media files into a browseable web interface with metadata support, allowing users to stream content directly from their own hardware. The project is written in C for high performance and targets low-power devices like Raspberry Pi.
Users with personal media collections who want a lightweight, self-hosted streaming solution on NAS devices or single-board computers, prioritizing speed and simplicity over advanced features.
Developers choose cmyflix for its exceptional performance due to being written in C, its minimal resource footprint suitable for embedded systems, and its straightforward static site generation approach that avoids complex server dependencies.
Overview
cmyflix, a Netflix clone!
Use Cases
Best For
- Setting up a personal Netflix-like service on a Raspberry Pi or Odroid
- Streaming local movie and TV show collections via a web browser
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