Develop applications and experiences for Microsoft’s HoloLens and other Windows mixed reality devices. This easy-to-follow guide removes the mystery behind creating amazing augmented reality experiences. Mixed reality development tools and resources are provided. Beginning Windows Mixed Reality Programmingclearly explains all the nuances of mixed reality software development. You'll learn how to create 3D objects and holograms, interact with holograms using voice commands and hand gestures, use spatial mapping and 3D spatial sound, build with Microsoft's HoloToolkit, create intuitive user interfaces, and make truly awe-inspiring mixed reality experiences. Start building the holographic future today! What You Will Learn:
Prototype ideas quickly
Get started with Unity, the preferred tool for animating 3D objects.
Explore where to find 3D models for your project, or make your own!
Use spatial sound, voice commands, and gestures
Build with the HoloToolkit to make apps the easy way
Publish to the Windows Store and make money from your app
Tagline: Blending 3D visualizations with your physical environment Develop applications and experiences for Microsoft’s HoloLens and other Windows mixed reality devices. This easy-to-follow guide removes the mystery behind creating amazing augmented reality experiences. Mixed reality development tools and resources are provided.
Beginning Windows Mixed Reality Programmingclearly explains all the nuances of mixed reality software development. You'll learn how to create 3D objects and holograms, interact with holograms using voice commands and hand gestures, use spatial mapping and 3D spatial sound, build with Microsoft's HoloToolkit, create intuitive user interfaces, and make truly awe-inspiring mixed reality experiences. Start building the holographic future today! What You Will Learn
Prototype ideas quickly
Get started with Unity, the preferred tool for animating 3D objects.
Explore where to find 3D models for your project, or make your own!
Use spatial sound, voice commands, and gestures
Build with the HoloToolkit to make apps the easy way
Publish to the Windows Store and make money from your app
Who This Book Is For Programmers with little or no graphics or mixed reality experience
Teaches how to get started with Unity, the preferred tool for animating 3D objects
Explores where to find 3D models for your project
Shares secrets to making an amazing user experience via Microsoft HoloLens and Windows mixed reality headsets
Pokémon GO's explosion of popularity has brought the idea of mixed-reality applications to the masses, and Microsoft's groundbreaking HoloLens technology is the next logical leap, enabling the viewing of holographic images in a natural way through a set of glasses. HoloLens allows for viewing, voice interaction, and for hearing, enabling artists to create amazing applications that blend computer-generated sound and imagery with the physical environment. Beginning Windows Mixed Reality Programming is an easy-to-understand guide for both absolute beginners and experienced developers to use in learning the HoloLens and how to create for it. The book teaches not only how to make apps for the device, but also how to build truly awe-inspiring holographic experiences. Beginning HoloLens and Windows Mixed Reality equips readers with the tools needed to start building our holographic future.
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