VR Software Development

BY
Google via Udacity

Transform your VR experience by making it more responsive and dynamic while exposing yourself to programming concepts with VR Software Development by Udacity.

Lavel

Beginner

Mode

Online

Duration

1 Month

Fees

Free

Quick Facts

particular details
Medium of instructions English
Mode of learning Self study
Mode of Delivery Video and Text Based

Course overview

Gamers, businessmen or people in the field of education who use VR in their everyday lives are expected to have a strong grasp of VR software development. However, not every individual can be expected to master it from day one. VR Software Development by Udacity thus focuses on capacity building and skill-building of course participants as a successful VR Software Developer. It also enables a learner to explore possible career options in the relevant domain. 

This course has been designed to make one's VR experience more dynamic and responsive to his/her users. Participants will be exposed to C# programming and can apply it in the Unity interface. Upon completion of this course, candidates will have a strong command over basic programming constructs like methods, variables and loops. They will also know how to apply events in a VR environment and their use.

This beginner-level course will establish a strong foundation for the course takers to carve a niche for themselves in the practical application of the concepts learnt throughout the course. It is delivered by industry experts and contains interactive and engaging exercises and quizzes. Comprehensive and detailed, the course coming out to be an ideal one.

The highlights

  • Rich learning material

  • Industry professionals-led course

  • Supported by Google VR

  • Self-paced learning for one month

  • Interactive exercises

  • Free training

Program offerings

  • Interactive quizzes
  • Self-paced learning
  • Video lectures
  • Exercises

Course and certificate fees

Type of course

Free

VR Software Development Certification online course comes at no course fee to the course participants.

certificate availability

No

Eligibility criteria

Education

Learners of VR Software Development Certification Course must have a prior understanding of how to use the Unity interface, must be familiar with Mecanim and creating animations, 3D objects and materials and cameras and lighting.

What you will learn

Software development skills

VR Software Development Certification Programme provides beginners with strong fundamental basics for them to implement the same while creating a VR software. They shall learn the following-

  • How to use the start and update functions and translate function to move objects

  • How to create a simple rotation animation

  • How to use physics, colliders, and raycasting work in VR

  • How to attach scripts to GameObjects in Unity

  • How to create new C# scripts in Unity

  • How to use Unity Audio and activate it within a script

  • How to change scenes using code

  • How to create UI GameObjects and be able to place them in World Space

  • How to use array and random

  • How to use Unity’s Event System to click an object

The syllabus

Lesson 1

  •  Learn how to attach scripts to GameObjects in Unity

  • Learn how to create new C# scripts in Unity

  • Learn how to use the start and update functions and translate function to move objects

Lesson 2

  •  Learn how to create new objects using scripts

  • Learn how to use a for loop to create objects with scripts

  • Learn how to control Unity components using scripts

Lesson 3

  •  Learn how to create UI GameObjects and be able to place them in World Space

  • Learn how to use Unity’s Event System to click an object

  • Learn how to change scenes using code

Lesson 4

  •  Learn how to create a trigger system in the Animator

  • Learn how to create a simple rotation animation

  • Learn how to use code to detect when the trigger is pulled

Lesson 5

  •  Learn how to use array and random

  • Learn how to use Unity Audio and activate it within a script

  • Learn to to physics, colliders, and raycasting work in VR

Lesson 6

  • Learn how to see a waypoint system and understand how to use it

  • Learn how to see a flocking algorithm and understand how to control it

  • Learn how to see an ocean shader and understand how to control it

Admission details

VR Software Development Certification Course allows all applicants falling within the eligibility criteria to apply for free through the given admission process-

Step 1: Go to the course webpage.

Step 2: Select “Start Free Course.”

Step 3: If you are not logged in already, log in through your account. If you are a new user, firstly create your account. You can also sign up through social networking accounts.

Step 4: Once registered, you can pursue the course.

Scholarship Details

VR Software Development Certification training does not offer the option of a scholarship since it is a free online learning programme.

How it helps

Programming is the fundamental part of making any VR experience feel immersive and interactive since that is what it is made for. VR Software Development Certification Course addresses this need of all VR software developer beginners who aspire to become a VR artist or designer. The course makes it comfortable for them to look at code since that is a very valuable skill to have to excel in this domain. Learners can pursue this course to get started with reading and writing VR code using C# programming language and Unity interface.

Candidates get a touch of practical exposure by solving exercises that will put their programming and coding skills into play and accentuate them. VR Software Development Certification benefits future developers with vital skills in programming and VR software development that companies need nowadays to compete in the IT industry.

Experienced instructors possessing several years of experience helps learners focus on career advancement through mastery of in-demand skills. Aspiring learners who want to become a Software Developer with a pressing interest in this field can pursue this course from anywhere across the globe along with the opportunity to contribute towards one of the most innovative fields in programming.

Instructors

Mr Vasanth Mohan
Content Developer
Freelancer

Mr Matt Sonic

Mr Matt Sonic
Instructor
Freelancer

FAQs

How can a user change his password for an Udacity account?

If the user does not remember the current password, he has to select the “forgot password” option and follow the steps on the screen to receive a reset link on the mail.

Can learners having no knowledge of Unity interface pursue this course?

Only those learners who are familiar with Unity interface can pursue VR Software Development Certification programme.

Who will be leading the course?

The course shall be led by Austin McCasland, Chris Birke and Matt Sonic.

Can course participants opt for receiving updates on text?

Yes, they can do that by adding their phone number in “Classroom” settings.

Can learners access VR Software Development Certification online courses on their mobile phones via mobile application?

Udacity no longer supports mobile applications. Thus learners will have to pursue the course through a web browser only.

Does VR Software Development Certification come with a fee?

VR Software Development Certification training is free to enrol and pursue. However, details regarding certification need to be accessed through a query ticket or by reaching out to the live chat.

What does VR Software Development Certification comprise?

Udacity courses comprise activities like quizzes and exercises spread between short videos of instructors and industry experts. Quizzes can be solved innumerable times for practice. After each lesson, there shall be a problem set with exercises for learners. It also includes project(s) to be added to their portfolio.

Is this course equivalent to a degree?

Since Udacity is not an accredited educational institution, it does not confer any degree.

Are there any external textbooks required to be referred?

Learners need not refer to any resource or external textbook for this course.

Can a participant enroll in more than one course at one time?

There is no limit as to the number of courses learners can pursue at one time.

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