VR Bootcamp (Part 1 and Part 2) | GPDI270

Description

This friendly workshop will start you building Virtual Reality (VR) experiences quickly and easily. This workshop makes use of the A-frame JavaScript library. Prior knowledge of JavaScript or HTML is NOT required (but it doesn't hurt). By the end of the session you will have created a simple VR environment. An optional second session for sharing VR creations, troubleshooting, demonstrating more advanced features and testing on different hardware will be offered (no further registration is required).

Learning Objectives

This workshop will help participants:

Understand what Virtual Reality (VR) is and the various component involved in building various VR experiences.
It will also provide a practical walkthrough of setting up and customizing a VR environment.
Based on participant interests, different features will be explored in more depth.
Resources for deepening your knowledge after the workshop will be provided.

Leaders Information

This workshop is led by Sean Cooney

Sean Cooney is the Technician for the Webster Library's Technology Sandbox.

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Event details

Workshop location

Sir George Williams

Start date

Monday, May 8, 2023

End date

Monday, May 15, 2023

Workshop days

Mondays

Time

From 15:00 to 17:00

Instructors

Sean Cooney

Francisco Berrizbeitia

Capacity

9 / 10

Additional details

This is a 2 part workshop taking place on Mondays, 8 and 15 May (3-5 PM). Both sessions are mandatory.

Registration deadline

Saturday, May 6, 2023

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Skill domains

Programming languages

Partners

Concordia Library