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+# Python Requirements for encoderPro - Phase 2
+# Install with: pip3 install -r requirements.txt
+
+# YAML configuration support (recommended but optional)
+pyyaml>=6.0
+
+# Note: The following are included in Python 3.7+ standard library:
+# - sqlite3 (database)
+# - pathlib (path handling)
+# - logging (logging and rotation)
+# - subprocess (FFmpeg execution)
+# - argparse (command-line arguments)
+
+# External dependencies (must be installed separately):
+# - FFmpeg (with libx264/libx265 support)
+# - ffprobe (usually comes with FFmpeg)