Skype Releases Software Development Kit
SkypeKit gives Linux developers access to core functionality, SILK codec.
Online voice and video suite Skype has released an SDK bringing a “headless” version of the application to desktop applications.
The SkypeKit SDK features full voice and video calling support as well as APIs for instant messaging. The SDK also includes the SILK codec for audio – royalty-free. The SkypeKit SDK supports desktop application creation, but functionality can't be woven into Web applications, as Skype requires a separate runtime.
SkypeKit doesn't support mobile operating systems at the moment, but given that there are official and third party apps for iOS and Android, it seems like a natural step for the SDK to take.
Skypekit is based on Linux with Windows and Mac versions coming in a few weeks. Currently the SDK is available in an invite-only beta.
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Open?
Invite only = not open
No source code = not open
No commercial use = not open
Patent license needed to use SILK = not open
Pay money to download SDK = not open
License prevents use in gambling/porn = not open
alsooo
Skype supported by other IM clients (Empathy, Pidgin) ?
And also would they be able to do Skype voice too?
Excellent