# Editly
> Declarative video editing using Node.js and FFmpeg

## Summary
A declarative video editing tool that creates videos programmatically using Node.js and FFmpeg.

## Capabilities
- Create videos from JSON or JavaScript definitions
- Compose clips, images, text, and transitions
- Leverage FFmpeg for rendering
- Programmatic video generation

## When to Use
- You want to automate video creation
- You need programmatic video editing

## When NOT to Use
- You need interactive video editing
- You want a traditional NLE interface

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Source: https://littlescripts.sh/tools/editly
