ProRes to HEVC Converter (Linux)

A robust, modern video converter built specifically for Linux content creators. This application provides a clean JavaFX interface over FFmpeg to batch convert heavy ProRes footage into high-efficiency HEVC (H.265) files, saving disk space without compromising visual quality.

🚀 Key Features

• High Efficiency: Converts Apple ProRes 422/HQ/LT to H.265 (HEVC) Main 10.
• Batch Processing: Drag & drop multiple files; queue management.
• Smart State Management: Seamlessly handle multiple conversion cycles.
• Tech-First UI: "Hacker-style" real-time log window for FFmpeg output monitoring.
• Native Integration: System tray icon and desktop menu integration (Linux).
• Performance: Uses libx265 with optimized presets (CRF 18 / Slow) for maximum quality retention.

📸 Screenshots

The modern dark mode interface featuring drag-and-drop queue and real-time FFmpeg log monitoring.

🛠️ Tech Stack

• Language: Java 21 (OpenJDK)
• Framework: JavaFX 21 (Modular)
• Build Tool: Maven (Wrapper included)
• Core Engine: FFmpeg (ProcessBuilder integration)
• Architecture: MVC with Service Layer separation and background Concurrency Tasks.

📦 Prerequisites

Ensure you have the following installed on your Linux machine:

1. Java 21 JDK (Recommended via SDKMAN):

   sdk install java 21.0.2-tem

2. FFmpeg:

   sudo apt install ffmpeg

⚡ Installation & Usage

This project includes a Makefile to automate the build and installation process, handling dependencies and system shortcuts automatically.

Option 1: Quick Install (Recommended)

This will compile the project, create the executable, and add a shortcut to your Application Menu.

make install

After installation, simply search for "ProRes Converter" in your system launcher.

Option 2: Run from Source (Dev Mode)

To run the application directly without installing:

make run

Option 3: Uninstall

To remove the application and the desktop shortcut cleanly:

make uninstall

📂 Project Structure

├── src/
│   ├── main/
│   │   ├── java/com/videoconverter/  # Application Logic (MVC)
│   │   └── resources/                # FXML Views, CSS, and Icons
├── Makefile                          # Installation Automation
├── mvnw                              # Maven Wrapper (Linux/Mac)
├── mvnw.cmd                          # Maven Wrapper (Windows)
└── pom.xml                           # Maven Configuration

🤝 Contributing

1. Fork the project
2. Create your feature branch:

   git checkout -b feature/AmazingFeature

3. Commit your changes:

   git commit -m 'Add some AmazingFeature'

4. Push to the branch:

   git push origin feature/AmazingFeature

5. Open a Pull Request

📝 License

Distributed under the MIT License. See LICENSE for more information.