Introduction to Python ActiveX Scripting in Softimage
In this course, we will get started with scripting in Softimage using the Python ActiveX Scripting Engine Over this course we will get an introductory look to Python ActiveX Scripting in Softimage. Software required: Softimage 7.5 and up.
What you'll learn
In this course we will get started with scripting in Softimage using the Python ActiveX Scripting Engine Over this course we will get an introductory look to Python ActiveX Scripting in Softimage. When scripting in Softimage, we have a considerable number of choices and in this project we will use Python; a strong, smart, and fast scripting language available in other Autodesk and 3d software applications. We will start out learning how to write some basic commands as well as extract and reuse code. We will then get into some Python scripting concepts like variables and properties and then move onto building a modeling tool that can be executed with the click of a button. Software required: Softimage 7.5 and up.
Table of contents
- Installing Python Activex Scripting 4m
- Our First Python Script 3m
- Coding in the Script Editor 5m
- Using the History Log 7m
- Basic Types in Python 5m
- First Look at Variables 5m
- Using Variables and Objects 6m
- Lists and Selection Data 7m
- Selecting a Single Face 8m
- Selecting Random Faces 6m
- Randomly Selecting Faces 6m
- Using a Sampled List to Select Faces 4m
- Add a Script Command Button 6m
- Extending the Random Face Code 8m
- Preventing Errors with if-else 7m
- Finishing the Code 6m
About the author
Originally from Lagos, Nigeria, Sunder has made great headway in both the interactive game design and 3D animation worlds. Throughout his career, Sunder has earned degrees in computer information science, multimedia & game design, as well as 3D character animation. He's fully devoted to providing breathtaking and out-of-the-norm experiences to as many people as possible. With a powerful skillset in Houdini and years of educational clout, Sunder aims to give understandable solutions to complex to... more