An Open Source Cross-Platform Communications Layer for the Metaverse

Explore the future of communication in the Metaverse through this insightful conference talk. Delve into the potential of WebRTC as the network protocol powering the Metaverse's software ecosystem. Learn about LiveKit's open-source client stack, featuring a custom build of libwebrtc with a shared Rust core, and its integration with platform-specific SDKs. Discover the design principles, signaling protocols, and interfaces that enable real-time features like spatial audio, screen sharing, live chat, and stream permissions in Metaverse applications. Gain valuable insights into the challenges of WebRTC implementation and how LiveKit addresses them to create a seamless communication layer for the interconnected future of human-computer interaction.

An Open Source, Cross-platform Communications Layer for the Metaverse - Russell Dsa, LiveKit