veo-video

Generate short videos with Google Veo via Gemini-compatible APIs.

Updated Jan 9, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/42atom/msgcode --skill veo-video-42atom
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: veo-video
Source: https://github.com/42atom/msgcode/tree/main/src/skills/optional/veo-video
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/42atom/msgcode --skill veo-video-42atom

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Generate short videos using Google Veo via Gemini-compatible APIs when a user needs a quick visual demonstration or social content, leveraging key-based access to deliver results without manual video creation.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Generate short videos through Veo with Gemini API integration.
  • Support prompts to customize video content and duration, with asynchronous processing and final mp4 output.
  • Use cases include product demos, marketing clips, and quick instructional videos.

Quick Start

Use the veo-video skill to generate a short video.

Frequently Asked Questions about veo-video

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I generate short videos using the Gemini API?▼

To generate short videos with the Gemini API, you provide a concise prompt to the Veo model, which asynchronously processes the request and saves the final output as an mp4 file to your local disk.

What do I need to generate Veo videos via Gemini-compatible APIs?▼

You need a valid GEMINI_API_KEY or GOOGLE_API_KEY, local installation of the google-genai Python SDK, and a text prompt to start generating Veo videos through the Gemini-compatible API.

How does asynchronous video generation work with Google Veo?▼

Asynchronous video generation with Google Veo uses the Python SDK to call models.generate_videos, polls the operation until completion, and then saves the resulting mp4 file locally for your client demos or social media clips.

Can I use Veo to create product explainer videos from text prompts?▼

Yes, you can use Veo to create product explainer videos by providing a concise text prompt; the API processes the request asynchronously and outputs an mp4 file suitable for client demos and marketing clips.

What are the limitations of generating short videos with Veo?▼

Generating short videos with Veo requires polling an asynchronous operation until completion, meaning it is not instant, and you must have the google-genai Python SDK installed locally with a valid API key to save the mp4 output.