Python Scripting in Blender: Extend the power of Blender using Python to create objects, animations, and effective add-ons

• Discover ready-to-go scripts that provide a clear solution to your problems
• Find out how to automate repetitive tasks in an efficient way
• Extend Blender’s actions and user interface with your code

• Understand the principles of 3D and programming, and learn how they operate in Blender
• Build engaging and navigation-friendly user interfaces that integrate with the native look and feel
• Respect coding guidelines and deliver readable and compliant code without the loss of originality
• Package your extensions into a complete add-on, ready for installation and distribution
• Create interactive tools with a direct response to the user’s action
• Code comfortably and safely using version control

This book is for Blender users who want to expand their skills and learn scripting, technical directors looking to automate laborious tasks, and professionals and hobbyists who want to learn more about the Python architecture underlying the Blender interface. Prior experience with Blender is a prerequisite, along with a basic understanding of the Python syntax—however, the book does provide quick explanations to bridge potential gaps in your background knowledge.