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palmier-io/palmier-pro

PalmierPro is a free, open-source Swift-native macOS video editor that enables collaborative timeline editing between users and AI coding agents. It runs locally on Apple Silicon, exposes an MCP server so external agents can drive video editing workflows, and offers optional closed-source generative AI features that may require an external subscription.

Project overview

Project type: MCP · AI Agent · Video
Use cases: Automation
Deployment: Refer to project documentation
License: GPL-3.0

Best for

Creators and developers on macOS seeking an open-source video editor that supports direct interaction with AI agents.

Key capabilities

A native macOS video editing application built from scratch in Swift, aimed at being an open-source alternative to Premiere Pro.
Generate videos and images using external models like Seedance, Kling, and Nano Banana Pro directly within the timeline editor.
An integrated agent allowing users to work on a video project collaboratively within the app.
Exposes an MCP server over HTTP when the app is open, allowing external AI coding agents to interact with the timeline.

Limitations and risks

Runs exclusively on macOS 26 (Tahoe) on Apple Silicon.
Generative AI processing features are closed source and may require external subscriptions.

Getting started

Users can download PalmierPro.dmg from GitHub releases and install the application directly without needing a login.

Evidence and sources

README: Requires macOS 26 (Tahoe) on Apple Silicon
README: Palmier Pro is an open source video editor for Mac. You and your agent can generate and edit videos together inside the timeline.
README: We built Palmier Pro from scratch with Swift. The north star is Premiere Pro, with our take on integrating AI into the workflow.
README: Connects your Claude/Codex/Cursor via MCP, or use the in-app agent to work on the same project together.
README: Generate videos and images with SOTA models like Seedance, Kling, Nano Banana Pro inside the timeline editor.

Reviewed at: 2026-07-19T18:56:20Z