A focused introductory course where you learn how streaming video actually works, from file structure and compression basics to practical encoding workflows you can use immediately. You build a simple encoding ladder with FFmpeg, compare H.264, HEVC, VP9, and AV1, explore essential tools and quality metrics, and connect technical decisions to real business models such as AVOD and SVOD so you leave with a clear, practical understanding of the fundamentals needed to participate confidently in streaming projects.