GitHub to video: turn your repo into a launch video
You shipped the code. Now show it. Paste a GitHub repository link and tovid makes a short launch video in a code-editor, keynote or changelog look, ready for X, LinkedIn and YouTube Shorts.
What is GitHub to video?
Most open-source projects and side projects never get a video, because recording a demo and editing it takes a day. GitHub to video turns your repository page into a short, narrated repo video in a few minutes.
tovid reads the repo name, description, README, main language, star count and the images in your README. The AI picks out what the project does and why it matters, then lays it out in developer looks: a code editor, a spec comparison, a launch keynote or a changelog.
Shipping a release? Paste the release notes or changelog text in the "Content" box and the video walks through what is new.
Why make a video from your GitHub repo
Looks made for developers
Code editor, spec comparison, launch keynote and changelog looks fit tech content better than stock lifestyle clips.
Built from your README
The script follows what your README says, with the real stars and language, not invented features.
Ready for launch day
Have a vertical clip for X and Shorts and a landscape one for YouTube before you post on Product Hunt.
Edit like code
Fix any line of the script, swap images or change the voice before you render. Edits cost nothing.
How to turn a GitHub repo into a video
- 1
Paste the repo link
A public github.com repository. Optionally paste release notes in "Content" for an update video.
- 2
Pick a developer look
Let AI choose, or pick code editor, spec comparison, launch keynote or changelog, in 9:16, 16:9 or 1:1.
- 3
Render and post
Download the MP4 for your launch post, or publish straight to YouTube, TikTok, Facebook, Instagram and Threads.
Who it is for
Open-source maintainers
A clear one-minute intro helps new users understand the project and star it.
Indie hackers and startups
A launch video for Product Hunt, X and LinkedIn without hiring an editor.
DevRel teams
Turn each release into a short clip for the community channels.
Pricing
Repo videos work on every plan, Free included (up to 60 seconds, 720p). Paid plans add longer videos, 1080p and no watermark.
Free
Includes thisLite
Starter
Growth
Scale
Pro
60s video = 25,000 · 90s = 31,500 · 120s = 37,500 credits · 500 credits per channel post
Frequently asked questions
What does tovid read from a GitHub repo?
The repository name, description, README text, main language, star count and images used in the README. Private repositories cannot be read.
Can I make a video of a release or changelog?
Yes. Paste the release notes or changelog text in the "Content" box. The changelog look lists what is new scene by scene.
Where can I use the video?
Anywhere you announce the project: Product Hunt, X, LinkedIn, YouTube Shorts, TikTok or a conference slide. Download the MP4 or post it from tovid.
My README is mostly code. Will it work?
The AI explains what the project does rather than reading code aloud. Code snippets can appear in the code-editor look; you can edit any scene.
Can I use my own screenshots?
Yes. Images from your README are used first, and you can upload your own screenshots in the studio.
Is tovid affiliated with GitHub?
No. tovid is independent and not affiliated with GitHub. It reads public repository pages only.
Related features
Your repo deserves a launch video
Paste a GitHub link and have a clip ready before your launch post goes live.