Struggling with Premiere Pro Plugin/Extension development!!

Question

I am developing an extension for Adobe Premiere Pro, but I am struggling to get started as I am unable to properly understand the docs on CEP and the Premiere Pro API. I am finding it difficult to understand how to integrate these technologies properly, and I haven't come across any comprehensive resources that clearly explain the process.
Previously, I experimented with UXP, but I encountered limitations due to certain unsupported APIs and features. Now, I am unsure whether I should continue with CEP and try to work through its complexities or move back to UXP, hoping for better long-term support.
I am looking for:
i)Clear learning resources or tutorials for CEP and the Premiere Pro API.
ii)Guidance on how to properly integrate CEP with Premiere Pro.
iii)Insights into whether CEP is still the best approach or if UXP has improved enough to be a viable alternative.
If anyone has experience with this or can recommend useful resources, I would really appreciate your insights!

Bruce Bullis · Answer

> i)Clear learning resources or tutorials for CEP and the Premiere Pro API.
> ii)Guidance on how to properly integrate CEP with Premiere Pro.

The PProPanel sample is the right starting point. PPro's ExtendScript API docs are here.

>iii)Insights into whether CEP is still the best approach or if UXP has improved enough to be a viable alternative.

You don't mention when you last checked, but if UXP already supports what you're trying to do (or is close), we definitely recommend using UXP.

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