How to Build Your Own Airtime
Replace Airtime with a custom build. Essential Tools for Video at Work
Build Difficulty: 5/5
Build a working replacement in a weekend with AI tools
Estimated Timeline
Based on 22 features at Weekend Project difficulty, expect about One weekend with AI-assisted development.
Recommended Tech Stack
Full-stack React framework with API routes and server components
PostgreSQL database, auth, and real-time subscriptions
Utility-first styling for rapid UI development
Key Features to Replicate
Top features across 7 categories. See all 22 features
Collaboration(5 features)
The interactive alternative to traditional screensharing for collaborative meetings
Easily gather stacks of materials for review during video meetings
Import almost any type of media into a Stack for collaboration
Get a document that stays around after the call is over for ongoing reference
See the real-time presence of other attendees during collaboration
Presentation(4 features)
Add images, video, audio, and more to presentations
Record presentations in sections and make quick edits
Import existing .ppt, .key, or .pdf slides into presentations
Put yourself in your presentations and create engaging content similar to Weekend Update format
Recording(4 features)
Recording works on both desktop and web platforms
Create quick, effortless recordings for updates and messages
Create easy, high-definition screen recordings up to 1-hour long with playback options
Create, record, and share unlimited videos with no storage limits
Administration(3 features)
Centralized admin dashboard for team management
Manage billing centrally for team accounts
Enterprise control and secure management of video content for the entire organization
Video Enhancement(3 features)
Create unlimited custom looks to enhance your environment and branding for video calls
React in the moment with fun GIFs and visuals during video calls
Add subtle presenter effects to look your best in video meetings
Integration(2 features)
Works with Zoom, Microsoft Teams, Google Meet, Webex and more with no time usage limits
Announcing a public API for extended integrations
Security(1 features)
Single sign-on with Apple or Google for team accounts
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Total Cost Comparison
DIY hosting estimate based on Vercel + Supabase free/pro tiers (~$20/mo). Build time estimated from 22 features at very easy complexity.