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Python Scripting in Maya

Easily learn Python and begin utilizing the powerful capabilities with creative projects, practical examples, and a fun and easy approach to learning object-oriented programming. Ideal for artists interested in tool development, creating rapid applications, and adding efficiency to workflows. Software required: Maya 8.5 and up.

Sunder Iyer - Pluralsight course - Python Scripting in Maya
by Sunder Iyer

What you'll learn

Easily learn Python and begin utilizing the powerful capabilities with creative projects, practical examples, and a fun and easy approach to learning object-oriented programming. Ideal for artists interested in tool development, creating rapid applications, and adding efficiency to workflows. Contains over 3 hours of intuitive project-based training. Popular highlights include: Basics of Python Coding; Plug-in Development; Rewriting MEL as Python; Variables and Types; Print and Concatenation; Loops and Lists; Working with Selections; Scripting for Automation; Creating a Procedural Gear Generator; Building Custom UIs with Python; Creating Motion Trail and Lags; Timeline Based Scripting; Python in Maya Expressions; Creating a Tkinter GUI; Working with Mayapy Shell; Working with Python Editors. Software required: Maya 8.5 and up.

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Sunder Iyer - Pluralsight course - Python Scripting in Maya
Sunder Iyer

Originally from Lagos, Nigeria, Sunder has made great headway in both the interactive game design and 3D animation worlds.

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