In today’s post we will be going over some simple techniques that can help out when looking to create background and content visuals. These can be especially useful when running against the clock, and despite being “simple” networks the results can be quite charming.
Community
Have you mastered TouchDesigner 2D textures and TOPs and are interested in working in 3D? You can generate, import, modify and combine 3D geometry in the SOP (Surface Operator) family. This blog will let you know what SOPs you should know and the benefits and drawbacks of working with them.
Useful TouchDesigner Operators: SOPs
Did you download the latest TouchDesigner build but are not sure what the new updates are? Here are the highlights of the most recent TouchDesigner build. To continue reading this post, click here.
Latest TouchDesigner Update 2022.33910
Continuing on in my learning with "Absolute Beginner TouchDesigner | From Zero to Hero" by AcrylicCode on youtube, I did not expect us to be jumping to 3d objects so soon, but I'm very excited to so. Most of the operators relating to 3D objects are SOPs, and a new category called COMPS.
My Learning Journey 04 - Now we're in 3d!!!
One of the latest additions to our creative arsenal is Bitwig and its seamless integration with our beloved software: TouchDesigner. In this blog post we’ll be taking a closer look at how this connection works, and what possibilities it has to offer for all audiovisual artists!
TouchDesigner and Bitwig Integration through TDBitwig

Introducing Argos: Our state-of-the-art LiDAR-based tracking system developed in collaboration with Ofer Smilansky. Argos combines advanced LiDAR technology, machine learning, and predictive algorithms to accurately track individuals in large spaces.
Argos LiDAR based tracking system

In the previous tutorials, we learned what is WebSocket and how to use this technology to send data from our smartphones to TouchDesigner. But in this post, we dive into the opposite way, where you'll learn how to create a patch to send data from TouchDesigner straight to the browser.
WebSocket Architecture: How to Send Data from TouchDesigner to cables.gl

TouchDesigner is a dynamic visual programming environment, and part of the joy of learning is the element of exploration, where we find techniques and components developed by others before us and alongside us that can help vault our designs into practice.
What's on Your Palette? Part 1: Color

The TouchDesigner community is expanding across various industries, including brand activations, interactive installations, fashion shows, and more. In this blog, we’ll highlight several TouchDesigner-based art collectives and creative studios making significant contributions to the art world.
TouchDesigner in the Art World

As the landscape of digital tools continues to evolve, so do the opportunities to enhance our workflows. Discover four innovative iOS apps that can elevate your TouchDesigner projects to new heights, in this blog post. To continue reading this post, click here.
iOS Apps in TouchDesigner

We've rounded up a list of books that are good reads for creative developers, and can provide inspiration for TouchDesigner and design in general. To continue reading this post, click here.
Books for TouchDesigner Developers

Learn how to create complex audio mixes in Voicemeeter with TouchDesigner and how to turn audio into visuals, in this blog post. To continue reading this post, click here.
How to Use Voicemeeter with TouchDesigner

This blog post aims to help you refine your workflow, explore new interactive possibilities, and leverage lasers as an integral component of complex, immersive performances in TouchDesigner. To continue reading this post, click here.
More about Lasers and TouchDesigner

Do you want to know how to get the most from APIs to boost your creativity? Here you'll learn some tips to effectively master API management in TouchDesigner. To continue reading this post, click here.
Advanced API Management in TouchDesigner

What do you do when you’ve deployed a project on-site and want to make sure it’s still running? Or perhaps check up on its performance, up time, or any other number of important components? Maybe you’re just looking to receive information from an internet-connected sensor for your project?
Setting Up Your First MQTT Server for Immersive System Communication

The solid communal energy in this field is an aspect that separates TouchDesigner from other software. There are constantly new Tox files being shared and new ones being found. We’re back again with more community assets you should add to your toolkit! To continue reading this post, click here.
TouchDesigner Community Tools (Part 2)

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

In this tutorial we will show how to integrate multiple WebSocket connections to use in interactive projects in TouchDesigner.
How To Manage Multiple WebSocket Connections in TouchDesigner

Take an introductory look at screen real estate, and how having ample screen space can significantly enhance your workflow and project outcomes.
Screen Real Estate in TouchDesigner

Text-to-speech systems are now very widespread. They are used for a plethora of applications and rely on artificial intelligence algorithms to (almost) perfectly recreate the human voice.