VR Bootcamp

This workshop is open to all. Graduate students: please register through GradProSkills. Everyone else can register on this page.

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 compotent 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.

Image: Screenshot from aframe.io