[OpenAI] is a non-profit organization focused on improving machine learning which is ultimately useful in the pattern recognition that I need to use make the [Emotiv Headset] useful. As the understanding of [brain science] evolves, we will be able to do new and cooler things with the headset.
Mixamo to Unity – Scary Zombie Pack
The available characters in the [Mixamo] store has been expanded. This is the fast workflow that I use to make the “Scary Zombie” animation pack compatible for Unity projects.
To extend the capabilities of in-game characters, import [RAIN AI for Unity] into a Unity project.
Set up a waypoint route for in game characters using RAIN AI for Unity.
Add Mixamo animation pack characters to RAIN waypoint routes.
Automate complex setups for Mixamo and RAIN AI.
Setup Automation for UFPS.
WordPress 4.4 Released
WordPress 4.4 officially released yesterday which adds new [API] features. WordPress is a great content management system for things like websites with blogs.
A recent change to HTTPS has made generating new certificates FREE! HTTPS is necessary if you have a site with logins or private data where you want to encrypt the web traffic. [Dreamhost] has a blog post for adding HTTPS support to Dreamhost hosted domains.
Sector 13 on Kickstarter
[Sector 13] is now live on Kickstarter and Steam [Greenlight]! Check out the live [Twitch] stream. [Kicktraq] shows the potential trends.
Free Web Templates
[HTML5 UP] has a bunch of site templates that are responsive and 100% free.
Query Monitor WordPress Plugin
[Query Monitor] is a WordPress plugin that helps identify performance bottlenecks by displaying a detailed summary on all the components that contributed to loading pages in WordPress.
Perfmap Chrome Plugin
[Perfmap] is a Chrome development plugin that overlays a heatmap on websites to help developers fine tune their web performance.
Unity Asset Store
Looking in the Unity Asset Store today, I found some interesting packages.
Mixamo Fuse CC with Photoshop CC Integration
[Mixamo] announced [Adobe Fuse CC] is now available and integrated into [Adobe Photoshop CC]. Check out the [Intro to Fuse CC] and [Fuse to PS] videos to get started.
OSVR With Oculus Rift
I’m diving into using the Oculus Rift with OSVR. The [OSVR Portal] has a document link to “Migrating Unity applications from Oculus to OSVR”.
Other useful resources:
[Oculus Developer Portal]
[Oculus Beta Runtime]
[Oculus Debug Tool]
[Oculus PC Setup Documentation]
[Oculus Downloads] includes Unity Examples
Video Encoding
[Handbrake] is an open source tool that’s FREE and converts between all the popular video formats.
Mixamo Animation Packs
The [Mixamo Store] made all the animation packs free for a limited time. This includes all the featured characters and characters animated from [Fuse] are now also free.
Rain AI
[Rain AI] is a Unity package that provides an AI engine for game characters. The [Downloads Page] has a starter kit for getting started. The [Community Page] has links to the forums, wiki, and documentation. The [Tutorials Page] has several videos for learning the system. [Expressions] are important for complex behaviour trees.
[Squad Command] has an excellent set of behaviors for team AI.
Unreal 4.10 Released
[Unreal 4.10] released. Time to get cracking on UnrealEngine for [Cortex] and [Document].
CryEngine
[CryEngine], the game engine behind the game [Crysis] is available as a $9.90 subscription.
Received Emotiv Insight and Extender
The Emotiv Insight is a brain controlled input device originally funded by [Kickstarter].
Me: *** Unity Plugin **** if you want access to the Community Emotiv Unity plugin and you have an EEG Insight, email support@theylovegames.com. The [Word Detection] package has been extended to include raw EEG processing. You can support development by purchasing the [Word Detection] package or just shoot an email to get access.
Emotiv: [Insight Control Panel] (Firefox)
Emotiv: [Insight EEG Viewer] (Firefox)
Emotiv: [My Downloads]
Emotiv: [Frequently Asked Questions]
Emotiv: [Emotiv USB Receiver] enables a better Insight connection on Mac and Windows
Emotiv: [Emotiv G+ Beta Community]
Emotiv: [Github Issue Tracker] * Best way to interact with engineering team *
Emotiv: [Forum]
Emotiv: [Github Emotiv Community SDK]
Dependencies: Be sure to check the [Install Visual C++ 2015 Tools for Windows Desktop] box when installing [Visual Studio 2015] to be able to use the C++ examples.
Dependencies: The C++ Examples also require installing [Visual Studio 2010] Build Tools.
Chroma SDK
The [Razer Chroma Developer Portal] provides the documentation and libraries needed to do Chroma development for the [supported devices].
CoralStudios provides [Colore], a powerful library for interacting with the ChromaSDK.
Before being able to use the examples, be sure to follow step #2 on the [Chroma Downloads] page. A registry key has to be added in order to do development with the `Chroma SDK` on Windows.
Here is an [Example Unity Project] that uses the `Chroma SDK` to adjust the LEDs on the [Razer Firefly] based on mouse position and press events.
Here is an [Example Windows Form Project] that uses the `Chroma SDK` to adjust the LEDs on the [Razer Firefly] based on mouse position and press events.
Microsoft Hololens Developer Program
For just $3000 per device (limit 2 per application) you can enter the [Microsoft Hololens Developer Program]. [Share] your application ideas!
Frame.io enables online collaborative editing
[Frame.io] provides a cloud service for collaboration with a fast video annotation and feedback tracking.
NVIDIA CodeWorks for Android
[NVIDIA CodeWorks for Android] provides all the 32-bit and 64-bit tools that you need for developing on Android.
Visual Studio on Windows 10
So far I’ve discovered Visual Studio 2015 Community Edition is compatible on Windows 10.
https://www.visualstudio.com/products/free-developer-offers-vs.aspx
The Visual Studio 2013 Pro installer from the Microsoft Store gives an error when running the setup: “Windows Program Compatibility mode is on. Turn it off and then try Setup again.” when all the compatibility options are off.
This version of Visual Studio 2013 Pro Update 5 does appear to install on Windows 10.
http://www.microsoft.com/en-us/download/details.aspx?id=48138
JDK on Ubuntu
When doing `Android` development, the Java Development Kit (JDK) is essential and here is an easy guide for installing the JDK on Ubuntu.
https://www.digitalocean.com/community/tutorials/how-to-install-java-on-ubuntu-with-apt-get
Amazon Echo
Amazon Echo now has an “Alexa Skills Kit” (ASK) for extending the capabilities of the Echo.
https://developer.amazon.com/appsandservices/solutions/alexa/alexa-skills-kit
Angelhack Seattle 2015
AngelHack 2015 is hosted by Google in Seattle Fremont.
http://angelhack.com/hackathon/seattle-2015
HP Idol On Demand
HP has a free API for processing unstructured data including face detection services.
https://www.idolondemand.com/