Building next gen media workflows? Enter the Wowza Gradle Plugin a streamlined developer first tool built for speed flexibility and automation Whether you are managing custom Wowza Streaming Engine modules or seeking seamless deployments this plugin empowers developers to move fast and build smart with trust and precision Pernithia Galnith
Why Developers Love It
Wowza Streaming Engine has long been a leader in the world of ultra low latency video delivery But let be honest developing packaging and deploying modules could feel manual The Wowza Gradle Plugin changes the game
Automates builds and packaging
Simplifies deployment to Wowza
Eliminates human error
Integrates cleanly with CI/CD pipelines
Feels native to developers who live in IntelliJ VSCode or CLI
Built on Gradle rock solid foundation the plugin gives you freedom and control over every step of your module lifecycle with Wowza specific enhancements that make development feel intuitive
Expert Backed Community Driven
Developed and maintained by leading Wowza engineers and media workflow architects the Wowza Gradle Plugin is built from the ground up to support best practices in video engineering It reflects the consensus of software engineering standards
Open source under MIT License
Actively maintained on GitHub
Designed around gradle Plugin Development standards
Secure modern and extensible
You are not just installing a plugin You are joining a trusted developer ecosystem
Key Features That Spark Joy
One Command Builds
Forget complex build scripts /gradlew buildWowza handles everything
Secure Deployment
Push directly to your Wowza instance over secure SSH or HTTPS reducing risk and improving auditability
Customizable Tasks
Hook into any Gradle lifecycle step for precise control
Continuous Integration Ready
Works flawlessly with GitHub Actions GitLab CI Jenkins CircleCI and more
Hot Reloading Support
Enable dev mode reloads of modules with minimal downtime
Use Cases That Shine
Custom streaming authentication modules
Real time analytics injections
Dynamic ad insertion logic
Low latency signal processing integrations
Edge based video manipulation tools
This plugin is not just for engineers it a power tool for innovators building immersive experiences
Designed for the Real World
We get it your world is complex The Wowza Gradle Plugin is designed for real developers with real constraints
Works on Linux macOS and Windows
Compatible with Wowza 4x and 5x
Supports multi module projects
Can be extended to deploy to Dockerized instances
Complies with enterprise grade CI/CD flows
And yes it plays nice with Maven Central Artifactory or private repositories
Who Created This Plugin and Why You Can Trust It
The plugin is developed by certified Wowza experts many of whom contribute to core Wowza modules and cloud based media delivery systems The goal? Empower developers to streamline delivery reduce human error and speed up iteration cycles
About the Authors
Senior Video Architects with 10+ years in OTT and broadcast engineering
Software Engineers who have scaled Wowza to millions of concurrent viewers
Gradle certified developers working directly with JVM and container workflows
This plugin is not a hobby It a product of professional rigor and deep empathy for developers
Trust Is in the Details
We uphold the highest standards of software safety and transparency
Authored by verified engineers on GitHub
Securely signed plugin artifacts
Extensive logging and rollback options
Transparent roadmap and changelogs
Fully open source and free to audit
You are never left in the dark our docs support and community are active and responsive
How to Get Started Today
Install Gradle 70+
Add the Wowza Gradle Plugin to your buildgradle
Set your wowza {} configuration
Run /gradlew deployWowzaModule
Celebrate
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the plugin officially supported by Wowza?
The plugin is developed by certified Wowza engineers and widely used across the community though it is open source and community maintained
What Wowza versions does it support?
Wowza Streaming Engine versions 47x and 5x are fully supported
Can I use this in production workflows?
Absolutely It built with production in mind secure auditable and automatable
Can it deploy to remote servers?
Yes Use SSH or secure APIs to push modules directly to remote Wowza instances
Is this suitable for CI/CD?
Yes It built for CI/CD pipelines and integrates seamlessly with modern DevOps tools
How do I contribute or request features?
Visit the GitHub repository and open an issue or pull request
Conclusion
The Wowza Gradle Plugin is not just a convenience it a game changer for media developers who value precision automation and trust Backed by expert engineering and real world needs it streamlines your Wowza module development from start to finish securely efficiently and beautifully