Official libdav1d Source Repository and Documentation

This article provides a direct guide for developers looking to locate the official source code repository and documentation for libdav1d, the popular open-source AV1 video decoder. It outlines the primary hosting platforms, how to access the codebase, and where to find developer guides.

Official Source Repository

The official source code repository for libdav1d is hosted by VideoLAN on their Git infrastructure. Developers can access the repository, track issues, and submit merge requests at the following location:

• GitLab Repository: code.videolan.org/videolan/dav1d

To clone the repository locally using Git, run the following command in your terminal:

git clone https://code.videolan.org/videolan/dav1d.git

Official Documentation

Documentation for libdav1d is integrated directly with the source code to ensure it remains accurate and up-to-date with the latest API changes.

• In-Tree Documentation: Basic build instructions, system requirements, and contribution guidelines are located in the doc/ directory of the source tree, as well as in the root README.md and CONTRIBUTING.md files.
• API Reference: The public library headers—located in the include/dav1d/ directory—contain extensive comments detailing the stable API. Developers can generate HTML-based API documentation locally using Doxygen.
• Project Homepage: General project information, release announcements, and high-level features are available on the official VideoLAN project page at videolan.org/projects/dav1d.html.