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I Couldn't Find a Good Open-Source Web Video Editor, So I Built One
r/indiehackers
6/1/2025
SAAS TOOLS
| SaaS | URL | Category | Features/Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| reactvideoeditor.com | https://www.reactvideoeditor.com/ | Paid React Video Editor | Commercial video editing tool |
| Video Editor | https://github.com/robinroy03/videoeditor | Open-source React Video Editor | Non-linear editing, local exporting, MIT licensed |
USER NEEDS
Pain Points:
- Lack of good open-source web video editor templates
- Need for browser-based video editing capabilities
Problems to Solve:
- Providing an open-source alternative to paid video editing tools
- Enabling developers to integrate video editing into their applications
Potential Solutions:
- Building an open-source video editor using React and Remotion
- Creating a community-driven project for collaboration and improvement
GROWTH FACTORS
Effective Strategies:
- Open-sourcing the project to build community and attract contributors
- Providing a valuable tool for developers building video editing features
Marketing & Acquisition:
- Sharing the project on Reddit communities like r/indiehackers
- Encouraging community participation through GitHub issues and PRs
Monetization & Product:
- Offering a paid version (reactvideoeditor.com) alongside the open-source project
- Building a product that solves a specific developer need
User Engagement:
- Creating a Discord server for real-time communication and updates
- Encouraging community contributions through GitHub issues and pull requests