This program is designed for students and professionals including Artists, Technical Artists and Engineers who want to learn plugin writing using Maya python and understand the technical side of Maya. This series shows you how to learn the basics of Python Scripting for the CG / VFX. If you have ever been overwhelmed or discouraged by past attempts at learning scripting and python, this is for you!Ĭomplete Maya Python API course for Artists and Technical Artist.Īfter a successful run of this course for many years on CGCircuit and trusted by hundreds of industry professional, I published this course on YouTube for free.

Python Scripting A simple tool or script with a few lines can save hours of repetitive work, start working smarter, not harder.The great thing is once you learn Python basics, it is used in many 3d applications and programing concepts are always helpful to any character TD, especially while rigging.īeginner Python for the Anxious CG Artist SERIES

If you are already scripting in Python and are ready to explore the API to make faster tools, the C++ resources will get you started. Remember even learning a little scripting can help you use the existing scripts and tools that are free online and help you start making your own when you find the need. We hope you enjoyed the rigging resources and will find these scripting and programing links of help as you expand your skills and speed up your workflow. There are many ways to learn and we think these are some of the best resources for you.

We have curated a set of free or almost free resources for someone wanting to learn right now, no matter your income level or ability.

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