Cal.com is built around the idea that calendar scheduling shouldn't be a nightmare. Instead, scheduling can be a process that's efficient, impactful, and stress-free. However, for this goal to manifest, people need the right tools and resources. In addition, those tools need to be modular so people can opt into what they need and out of what they don't want. With this in mind, Cal.com has built a customizable, flexible, and scalable platform. Those who love coding can access our open-source product via GitHub and build something tailored to their needs. However, we know that only some have an interest in or time for coding.
This is why we've developed a robust and accessible hosted product. The hosted version of Cal.com offers a basic-level account that's free for individuals. Let's be clear when we say basic; we mean that you're provided with all the basics that you'll need, not that we're limiting you so that you can't even achieve the basic tasks you wanted this account for in the first place. All users who have hosted Cal.com accounts can customize their scheduling environment using both event-level settings and our app store. The app store is honestly one of Cal.com's most unique features. You can use it to effortlessly add additional third-party integrations and set up everything from payment gateways to teleconferencing solutions that can support upwards of 300 people. You can find options within our app store that cater to this need. The 8x8 app is a prime example of this, and it's what we will explore today.
What is 8x8
8x8 is a communications platform built for businesses. Their fully integrated contact center allows you to manage voice, video, chat, and other embeddable communications. Organizations can use 8x8 to handle everything from internal communications to customer-facing solutions. Watch the video below to learn more about 8x8's values and offerings.
8x8 offers a video conferencing solution that's reliable, packed with features, easy to use, and built with businesses of all sizes in mind. People choose to use 8x8 because they need a teleconferencing platform that offers high-definition video on any device and can simultaneously support up to 500 participants. 8x8 is a product that manages to be competitive without cutting any corners. When you choose to use 8x8, you'll still have access to the type of virtual backgrounds that you've gotten used to on other platforms. You can also rest assured knowing that you can enable end-to-end encryption. In addition, 8x8 offers advanced moderation controls that make it easier to lock meetings, manage participant permissions, set up virtual lobbies, and delegate host duties. The team behind 8x8 understands that people and organizations use teleconferences for various purposes. With this in mind, 8x8 has ensured that you can integrate YouTube live streaming, customize the branding of your meeting, create personal virtual spaces, and gain insights through enabling analytics. If this wasn't enough, 8x8 is also available in 46 languages. So if you want to learn how to integrate 8.8 as part of your Cal.com scheduling environment, look at the steps below.
Select the video category from the app store or type "8x8" in the search bar.
Select the 8x8 app by clicking on the details button.
Next, click on the install button.
Now you need to visit your event types dashboard.
Choose the event where you want to add 8x8 or create a new one.
Scroll down to the location section within your event-level settings and click the edit button.
A location pop-up screen should now open.
Click on the drop-down menu and select 8x8.
Paste the 8x8 link in the designated field.
Click the black update button.
Finally, scroll to the top of the page and click the black save button.
Using Cal.com with 8x8 is an easy way to simplify how and when you connect and communicate with individual clients and larger audiences. Cal.com can be used to manage your bookings and payments, while 8x8 takes the stress out of setting up both small and large-scale teleconferencing. If you'd like to try out any of the features mentioned in this article, then sign up for a free Cal.com account today.
