Mastering POPs: The Future of 3D Data Manipulation in TouchDesigner

February 12th, 6 – 9 PM, Berlin Time
In English Language / Online via Zoom or as Recording
Recordings are available and accessible for one year after purchase.

Step into the future of 3D data manipulation with an eye-opening course on POPs (Point Operators), the revolutionary new set of GPU-accelerated operators in TouchDesigner. POPs bring together the best of SOPs, CHOPs, and TOPs while pushing beyond their limitations, offering a modern, speed-optimized, and memory-efficient approach to 3D processing. Whether you’re working with points, polygons, particles, point clouds, or line strips, this course will guide you through mastering these powerful procedural tools, enabling you to create complex 3D visuals without needing to write compute shaders.

What You’ll Learn:

1. Introduction to POPs:
   • Understanding the evolution of operators in TouchDesigner: SOPs, CHOPs, and TOPs.
   • Overview of POPs: What they are and why they represent the future of 3D data manipulation.
   • Exploring the GPU-based architecture of POPs for unprecedented speed and efficiency.
     
2. Working with 3D Data:
   • Manipulating points, polygons, point clouds, and particles using POPs.
   • Techniques for creating and controlling complex line strips and other 3D geometries.
   • Leveraging the memory-optimized nature of POPs for handling large-scale 3D datasets.
     
3. Combining POPs with SOPs, CHOPs, and TOPs:
   • Integrating POPs into existing workflows that utilize SOPs, CHOPs, and TOPs.
   • Best practices for transitioning from CPU-based operators to GPU-accelerated POPs.
   • Case studies demonstrating the enhanced capabilities of POPs in real-world projects.
     
4. Advanced Procedural Techniques:
   • Utilizing POPs for procedural generation of 3D forms and dynamic environments.
   • Harnessing the power of GPU acceleration to create real-time visual effects.
   • Understanding how POPs enable more complex computations with less manual effort.
     
5. Exploring Modern Features of POPs:
   • Delving into advanced features like attribute manipulation, particle systems, and point cloud processing.
   • Techniques for optimizing performance and memory usage in POP-driven projects.
   • Creative applications of POPs in interactive installations, VJing, and live performances.
     
6. No-Code Shader Development with POPs:
   • Achieving complex visual effects without the need for compute shaders.
   • Using POPs to bridge the gap between high-level design and low-level GPU computation.
   • Exploring how POPs democratize advanced 3D rendering, making it accessible to non-programmers.
     
7. Hands-On Projects and Real-World Applications:
   • Guided projects that apply POPs to various 3D manipulation tasks.
   • Exploring creative challenges that demonstrate the versatility of POPs.
   • Real-world examples where POPs have been used to solve complex 3D data manipulation problems.
     
8. Creative Exploration and Innovation with POPs:
   • Pushing the boundaries of what’s possible with 3D data manipulation.
   • Experimenting with unconventional uses of POPs to develop unique visual styles.
   • Insights into future trends in GPU-accelerated 3D data processing.

What You’ll Get:

• Downloadable example files, project templates, and resources.
• Access to a private community forum for networking and support.
• A certificate of completion to demonstrate your expertise in POPs.

Why Enroll:

This course offers a unique opportunity to master the cutting-edge POPs operators in TouchDesigner, transforming how you approach 3D data manipulation. By the end of this course, you’ll be equipped to create stunning, complex 3D visuals with ease, leveraging the power of GPU acceleration and modern procedural tools. Whether you’re looking to enhance your professional portfolio or explore new creative possibilities, this course will empower you to achieve more with less effort.

Requirements

This module is made for participants, who have a basic understanding of TouchDesigner, but do not need any experience with shader languages. If you just getting started, please visit our Beginners Course first.

• A recent PC or MAC Computer (discrete GPU recommended) with stable internet connection.
• The latest build of TouchDesigner Experimental installed
• 3-Button Mouse recommended

About the Instructor

yfxlab.com

Tim Gerritsen has been flipping bits ever since he was able to touch a keyboard. Starting on the Commodore 64 in the late 80s, his interest grew from computer security and webdevelopment to artificial intelligence and creative programming.As a creative coder, Tim helped realizing several installations for clients like Coca-cola, Philips, T-mobile, Volvo and BMW.He’s the co-founder of the newly formed Dutch studio yfx lab and is mainly focussing on the development of TouchDesigner c++ plugins, GLSL shaders and system architecture. Tim Gerritsen currently lives in Rotterdam, The Netherlands.

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