Learn the technological basics behind encoding for both H.264 and WebM formats. You'll learn how to encode H.264 for HTML5 distribution and streaming to iOS and other mobile devices, as well as how to encode it for Flash, including live, on-demand, and RTMP, plus HTTP-based adaptive streaming. For WebM, you'll learn the basics of on-demand streaming, plus get a look at live WebM encoders. Finally, you’ll learn how the various H.264 and WebM encoding tools compare in terms of performance, quality, and features.

Businesses and organisations of all sizes are using live online video for events, news gathering, training, and brand building. With streaming devices and services for every budget, it can be hard to select the best options for your needs. In this hands-on workshop we will explore some practical and cost-effective solutions to start streaming live video now. Using services like Livestream, Ustream, and Bambuser and a variety of tools from mobile phones to cellular multiplexers, you will learn how to capture, share, and syndicate your content to PC, mobile, tablet, and over-the-top.