nowen-video
nowen-video is a lightweight, self-hosted home media server designed for NAS deployment and serving as azero-configuration alternative to Emby and Jellyfin. Built with Go and React, it utilizes a single binary and SQLite database for minimal resource usage. The system automatically scrapes metadata from multiple sources including TMDb, Douban, TheTVDB, and Bangumi, featuring a smart provider chain and AI fallback. It supports automatic video scanning, episode recognition, and NFO compatibility. Core capabilities include real-time monitoring, hardware-accelerated transcoding via Intel QSV, VAAPI, or NVIDIA NVENC, and adaptive HLS streaming with bitrate adjustment. The platform offers robust user management with JWT authentication, parent controls, and content ratings. It integrates AI features for natural language search, metadata enhancement, and intelligent renaming. Compatibility extends to Infuse, Kodi, and other Emby clients via a 140+ compatible API. Additional features include DLNA and Chromecast castin