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py-aep

py-aep is an open-source video editing project written in Python with 58 stars on GitHub.

The authors describe it as: “.aep (After Effects Project) editing in Python.”

Category
Video editing
Type
Open source
Platform
Python project
Pricing
Free / open source
License
MIT
GitHub stars
58
Last updated
2026-08-18

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Frequently asked

What is py-aep?

py-aep is an open-source video editing project written in Python with 58 stars on GitHub. The authors describe it as: “.aep (After Effects Project) editing in Python.”

Is py-aep free?

py-aep is open source — free to use; check its license for redistribution terms.

What are the best py-aep alternatives?

The closest alternatives in the same category include Graphite, LivePortrait, mojs, shotcut, palmier-pro — each has a live profile with facts and its own alternatives list on this hub.