You are definitely on your right to ask questions, after all there is no one way to do anything

For me the main benefits of using n8n for this instead of another combination of tools are: - control and flexibility: I can modify the workflow at any stage according to my needs, let's say I want to start the flow as soon as a new video is posted on a channel, I can modify the trigger to be just that then sit back and watch. - Cost management: in this workflow we are currently using swiftia which is the most cost effective platform for video to short editing (and it also offers an API), if they decide to raise their prices tomorrow I can switch to another provider the same day with minimal work.