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Develop a foundation in Computational Design. Explore Creative Coding with Python
Instructor: Jose Sanchez
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Participants are advised to have some familiarity with design environments, including CAAD software, graphic design software, or 3D model software.
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Beginner level
Participants are advised to have some familiarity with design environments, including CAAD software, graphic design software, or 3D model software.
Learn the fundamentals of Python programming, including essential coding techniques
Engage in computational design thinking to approach design problems with a mindset that leverages computational strategy and problem-solving
Understand how to develop custom algorithms that can generate a range of design solutions against complex requirements, constraints, and objectives
Demonstrate the application of computational methods in design-related disciplines using a variety of computational tools
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In Programming for Designers, you will explore Python programming within a creative context, equipping you with essential computational design skills. Beginning with fundamental programming principles, you will move on to more intricate data structures, leading to the development of practical creative coding projects. Learn how to use the Processing platform, a program that allows designers to create visual, interactive media to meet their project needs. Develop the skills to move from simple to intricate designs, ranging from illustrative shapes and images to animations. Cover procedural best practices for design applications and intelligence navigation, and build a rich understanding of how advanced data structures can be used to create digital environments.
This course series is tailored for individuals within architecture, graphic design, industrial design, game design and the visual arts interested in integrating programming with graphic creativity. As each course in the series is structured to build on previous course knowledge, Programming for Designers allows you to practice your skills within Python, allowing you to bring your design concepts to life with precision and efficiency.
Applied Learning Project
Participants will create graphic applications in Python through the Processing environment. Access to a comprehensive series of design examples tailored for the course is provided, along with instructions to build each from the ground up. This approach covers essential principles and leads to the development of personalized creative applications.
Learn how Python can be applied to design projects
Execute simple Python scripts to draw geometric forms like lines, rectangles, and ellipses
Learn to use Python’s object-oriented programming to create basic shapes and designs
Learn to use Python data structures to create intricate designs
Use object-oriented programming to simulate complex behaviors and relationships in design composition
Use Python to create dynamic motions and transformations in digital artwork
Create particle systems in Python to form dynamic visual patterns
Create vector fields in Processing using indexes and Perlin Noise remapping to create flowing patterns
Apply algorithms to perform procedural generation to craft intricate tile-based patterns with customizable textures
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Yes, please complete in this specific order:
01 - Python Fundamentals for Designers
02 - Data Structures for Designers Using Python
03 - Creative Coding for Designers Using Python
Approximately 4 months.
While not necessary, a basic understanding of Python is recommended.
No, this course is not designed to provide university credit.
Demonstrate the application of computational methods in design-related disciplines using a variety of computational tools.
This course is completely online, so there’s no need to show up to a classroom in person. You can access your lectures, readings and assignments anytime and anywhere via the web or your mobile device.
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