Microservices-Based Open-Source Video Conference Deployment for Optimized Online Learning Infrastructure

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FORMOSA NEWS - Jakarta - Docker-Based OpenMeetings System Offers Low-Cost Online Learning Infrastructure for Universities. A team of researchers from Universitas Pembangunan Nasional “Veteran” Jakarta has demonstrated that an open-source video conferencing platform powered by Docker and Windows Subsystem for Linux 2 (WSL2) can provide a stable, lightweight, and cost-efficient alternative to commercial online meeting services for universities and educational institutions. The study, published in 2026 in the Formosa Journal of Computer and Information Science, was conducted by Davy Putra Ananda, Muhammad Fadhil Ramadhan Wicassono, Farhah Safrila Diva, Abdullah Rasyid, Juwita Istiqomah Trahira, and Neny Rosmawarni.

System for Testing the Implementation of Apache OpenMeetings Version 9.0.0

Their research evaluated the deployment of Apache OpenMeetings version 9.0.0 using container-based architecture through Docker and WSL2. The findings showed that the system operated with very low hardware consumption while maintaining stable real-time communication for online learning activities. The research arrives at a time when schools and universities continue to depend heavily on digital learning platforms. Many institutions still rely on commercial services such as Zoom and Google Meet, which often involve recurring subscription fees and external cloud-based data storage. Concerns over operational costs, data privacy, and digital sovereignty have encouraged universities to explore self-hosted and open-source alternatives. Apache OpenMeetings is one of the leading open-source web conferencing platforms available today. It includes features such as video conferencing, screen sharing, digital whiteboards, meeting room management, and session recording. Because it supports WebRTC technology, users can join meetings directly from a web browser without installing additional software.

Methods for Testing the Implementation of Apache OpenMeetings Version 9.0.0

The research team from UPN Veteran Jakarta designed a microservices-based infrastructure that integrates Docker containerization with WSL2, Microsoft’s lightweight Linux compatibility environment for Windows. According to the authors, this combination provides near-native Linux performance while allowing institutions to maintain a familiar Windows operating environment. To test the system, the researchers deployed OpenMeetings on a workstation powered by an 11th Generation Intel Core i5 processor with 8 GB of RAM and Windows 11. They monitored system performance during active multimedia sessions using Docker’s real-time resource monitoring tools. The evaluation used the Network Design Life Cycle (NDLC) framework, a structured approach commonly applied in network infrastructure projects. The process included system analysis, architecture design, simulation, implementation, and live performance testing.

Key Findings from Testing Apache OpenMeetings Version 9.0.0

The results showed that the OpenMeetings server started successfully within approximately 11.1 seconds after deployment. During active operation, the platform consumed only a small portion of the host computer’s resources.

Key findings from the study include:

• CPU utilization remained stable at 4.94 percent.
• Memory usage averaged 1.339 GiB.
• RAM consumption represented only 17.56 percent of total system memory.
• Real-time video and audio synchronization operated smoothly.
• Docker containers successfully isolated system dependencies from the host operating system.
• The system maintained stable connectivity across desktop and mobile devices.

The researchers concluded that Docker containerization significantly reduced system overhead compared to traditional virtual machine infrastructure. Instead of requiring a separate operating system instance for each service, Docker containers share the host kernel, making deployment faster and more resource-efficient. The integration of WSL2 also played a critical role. WSL2 allowed Linux-based multimedia services such as Kurento Media Server and Apache Tomcat to run efficiently within a Windows environment without the heavy resource demands commonly associated with full virtual machines.

Impact and Implications of Testing Apache OpenMeetings Version 9.0.0

Although the results were promising, the authors acknowledged several limitations. The current implementation was tested in a localized single-node deployment rather than a large-scale public environment with thousands of simultaneous users. Future research is expected to focus on scalability testing, advanced cybersecurity protection, and distributed media server deployment. The authors also recommended additional improvements such as integrating Kubernetes orchestration, external storage for recordings, advanced SSL security configurations, and stronger firewall management for public network deployment. For universities seeking long-term digital independence, the research positions Apache OpenMeetings and Docker-based microservices as a realistic alternative to commercial conferencing ecosystems.

Author Profiles
Davy Putra Ananda is a researcher in information systems and digital infrastructure at Universitas Pembangunan Nasional “Veteran” Jakarta.
Muhammad Fadhil Ramadhan Wicassono specializes in computer networking and virtualization technologies.
Farhah Safrila Diva, Abdullah Rasyid, and Juwita Istiqomah Trahira focus on multimedia systems, digital communication technologies, and online learning infrastructure.
Neny Rosmawarni is a lecturer and researcher in information technology at UPN Veteran Jakarta with expertise in network systems, virtualization, and educational digital infrastructure.

Sources
Davy Putra Ananda, Muhammad Fadhil Ramadhan Wicassono, Farhah Safrila Diva, Abdullah Rasyid, Juwita Istiqomah Trahira, Neny Rosmawarni (2026). Microservices-Based Open-Source Video Conference Deployment for Optimized Online Learning Infrastructure. Formosa Journal of Computer and Information Science, Vol. 5 No. 1 Tahun 2026
DOI: https://doi.org/10.55927/fjcis.v5i1.16470
URL: https://journal.formosapublisher.org/index.php/fjcis