[mythtv-users] FFmpeg releases version 0.5

[gonzalo diethelm]

> Sometimes there will be a tracking ticket but usually the resync
> happens all at once and is only loosely scheduled.  It's usually
> mentioned on the dev mailing list in advance and thoroughly discussed
> in the dev IRC channel.  Realistically, though, it's a HUGE import of
> code all at once followed by a series of fixes over the few weeks
> thereafter, followed by a long period of stability and occasional
> fixes.

Straight, honest to God question: why is it necessary to import the
code? Would it be possible to use FFmpeg as an external library?

Apologies in advance if this is a thorny issue (my gut tells me it is).

Best regards,

-- 
Gonzalo Diethelm
DCV - Chile