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Glossary

TermDefinition
ControlNetAn enhancement for Stable Diffusion models that allows users to accurately steer image creation by providing extra input maps such as depth, pose, edges, or segmentation.
HLSHLS (HTTP Live Streaming) is a streaming protocol developed by Apple that delivers audio and video over the internet by breaking media into small HTTP-based file segments listed in a playlist.
ModelA trained model is a mathematical system that has learned patterns from data, enabling it to make predictions or decisions on new inputs. After training adjusts and fine-tunes its internal settings, it can accurately perform specific tasks such as recognizing images or understanding text
Negative PromptA content filter is a mechanism that directs the AI model to avoid generating certain types of content. It acts as a safeguard, steering the output away from undesired material, styles, or features to help ensure the results remain appropriate and aligned with the intended goals.
PipelineA pipeline is a composable workflow that processes live video in real time using AI. Each stage in the pipeline performs a specific AI task—such as style transfer, object detection, or live translation—on the video stream in sequence.
PromptA prompt is a clear instruction that initiates the AI model’s response. It serves as the starting signal that tells the AI what task to perform or what type of output you want, guiding the direction of everything it generates.
SeedA seed is a special number that determines the starting point for randomness in an AI’s image generation. Using the same seed with identical settings will produce the exact same image each time, ensuring that creative experiments can be repeated with consistent results.
StreamDiffusionStreamDiffusion is a real-time image generation pipeline built for interactive and continuous image creation, especially in contexts where continuous input is expected—such as augmented reality, live streaming, and video game graphics—where maintaining high processing speed and throughput is essential.
TouchDesignerTouchDesigner is a visual programming tool created by Derivative for building real-time, interactive multimedia experiences. It’s widely used by artists and designers to create installations, live performances, generative art, and immersive environments, with support for video, audio, and hardware integration. Its procedural, node-based workflow lets users design complex projects visually and see results instantly.
WebRTCWebRTC (Web Real-Time Communication) is a technology that enables direct, peer-to-peer transmission of audio, video, and data between browsers or devices without requiring a server for the actual media flow. It’s optimized for low-latency, real-time communication such as video calls, live streaming, and interactive apps.
WHIPWHIP (WebRTC-HTTP Ingestion Protocol) is a simple protocol for sending real-time media from a broadcaster to a media server using WebRTC over standard HTTP for signaling. It’s designed to make low-latency live streaming setups easier and more interoperable.