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With the release of the 2023.11290 version of TouchDesigner, the Engine COMP received a substantial overhaul, incorporating many workflow-improving features that are sure to make it an even more useful tool for TouchDesigner developers.
The Overhauled Engine COMP in TouchDesigner
In February 2022, the Interactive & Immersive HQ published its first artist-inspired TouchDesigner tutorial, Generative Kandinsky in TouchDesigner. In this blog, we highlight some of the most-watched videos from the series and the artist on which each tutorial is based.
Artist-Inspired TouchDesigner Tutorial Highlights
There are different ways to send values externally to a TouchDesigner network. You can use a different TouchDesigner network with a Touch Out or OSC operator or even an OSC output app, such as TouchOSC. Yet what if you want to use a web-based application to send values?
Remote-RED with TouchDesigner
The Table DAT operator in TouchDesigner stands out as a remarkably versatile tool for organizing and manipulating data in immersive projects.
Table DAT Operator in TouchDesigner
The release of the 2023.10000 Series of TouchDesigner brought with it a slew of exciting changes, one of which is a notable update for Sequential Parameters, which includes support for creating custom sequential parameters.
Sequential Parameters in TouchDesigner
Projects in TouchDesigner are often based on timelines. Whether it is having particles relate to a soundtrack or having a moment in a video triggering an action, it is essential to have a way to sync your actions to a timeline.
Timecode CHOP in TouchDesigner
Hey there! Lately, I've been diving into alternatives to Unreal Engine. Personally, I find Unreal's workflow a tad too convoluted for my taste, despite its top-notch rendering quality and performance.
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This blog post focuses on the NVIDIA AI universe, including the Upscaler TOP, a key operator in TouchDesigner for improving visual quality through AI scaling. To continue reading this post, click here.
A.I. Upscaling in Immersive Media
If you’re one of the many visual artists just starting out on your interactive and immersive journey, you may be confused about TouchDesigner and all the other software options out there.
Resolume vs TouchDesigner vs VVVV
Among the numerous new features of TouchDesigner is a long-requested addition: official support for the Apple ProRes codec in the Movie File In and Movie File Out TOPs.
Apple ProRes Codec in TouchDesigner
Dive into the world of ZED cameras and their integration with the latest TouchDesigner update. This post will explore the key new features of ZED cameras, how they can be implemented in our TouchDesigner workflow, and offer inspiring examples of how they can be creatively applied in your projects.
Updated ZED Camera Features in TouchDesigner
I host a podcast named Creating New Spaces, where each episode features an interview with a creator or a group of collaborators. We focus on the process of creating media installations.
Podcast interviews with TouchDesigner users
In this blog, we cover all the most frequently asked questions about TouchDesigner, to help beginners learn more about this unique program. To continue reading this post, click here.
What is TouchDesigner? A TouchDesigner FAQ
Back in December, Derivative released its 2023 Official update. There are many fun new features in the new build and some things you need to be aware of. The Interactive & Immersive HQ is here to catch you up on all the recent highlights. To continue reading this post, click here.
TouchDesigner 2023 Official Updates
This text was partialy generated with ChatGPT. Ah, the elusive bug report. The beacon of hope for developers diving into the tangled labyrinth of code, only to find a message that reads, "It doesn't work." Oh, the joy!
The Art of Bug Reporting: How Not to Drive Developers Crazy
I continue learning touchdesigner via the "Absolute Beginner TouchDesigner | From Zero to Hero with Examples and Assignments" Youtube video by the talented and comprehensive Acrylicode. This new section covers DATnodes, which are based on tables, text, and scripting.
My Learning Journey 06 - Python slowly coils....
A six-day workshop in TouchDesigner, using point cloud data and virtual reality headsets. The aim of the workshop was to offer the opportunity to the participant artists to understand the use of creative new media tools.
Visualising the Voice of Maria Callas
I am continuing to work on my learning with "Absolute Beginner TouchDesigner | From Zero to Hero with Examples and Assignments" YouTube video by AcrylicCode. The 3D section appears to have two assignments, so I'm getting a little more time to experiment with the 3D shapes.