In the last few years Python has grown from being a rather obscure scripting language developed by a man with an intense love of Eric Idle to being the de facto standard for scripting applications in the post production domain. This new introductory class will focus on the fundamentals of python scripting, building up to quick, tactical tools that can be used by vfx artists in facilities large and small to make their lives easier and their financial masters happier.

The definitive guide to creating animation for the web and mobile devices with top animation designer Chris Georgenes and designer/developer Justin Putney. They reveal how to create and successfully animate characters in Adobe Flash Professional CS5 and how to push the limits of timeline animation with stunning visual effects using ActionScript® 3.0.
This Studio Techniques book is designed for intermediate or advanced users who understand the basics of Flash and want to create a more immersive

Blender 3D is a popular, open source modeling package that can produce photo-realistic 3D images and animations. Automating tasks and extending the functionality of an extensive application like Blender will streamline your workflow and make the impossible possible. However, implementing scripts may be daunting.

Easily learn Python and begin utilizing the powerful capabilities with creative projects, practical examples, and a fun and easy approach to learning object-oriented programming. Ideal for artists interested in tool development, creating rapid applications, and adding efficiency to workflows. Contains over 3 hours of intuitive project-based training.

The Definitive Guide to Jython: Python for the Java Platform /by Josh Juneau (Author), Jim Baker (Author), Leo Soto (Author), Frank Wierzbicki (Author), Victor Ng (Author) .Jython is an open source implementation of the high-level, dynamic, object-oriented scripting language Python seamlessly integrated with the Java platform.