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Number VOL 140
Name Linux Shell Scripting and Programming
for VFX Production Two
Format Online Lecture / Remote Project Work
Objective Intermediate study of shell scripting and programming specific for the creation and manipulation of ASCII geometry formats. Designed to introduce the student to the fundamentals of Linux shell scripting and PERL programming to manipulate data. Teaches essential skills used by visual effects technical directors for effects problem solving.

Teaches the fundamentals of the geometry formats and how to develop custom tools for problem solving. Uses examples from feature film and commercial production.
Skills After completion of this course, students should be comfortable creating Linux shell scripts for the generation and manipulation of 3D geometry in ASCII format for visual effect production. Geometry creation and manipulation is a critical skill for technical directors and this course will open the door for technical director problem solving.

Teaches both basic programming techniques and components of geometry formats. This course will expose the students to new techniques and enable them to further study the subject on their own.
Length Four and One-Half Hours
Cost $180.00
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Prerequisites VOL 130 Skills Recommended
Who Should
Take This Class		 Familiarity with the Linux Operating System and beginning shell and PERL programming. Minimum age: high school senior. Skills taught VOL in 130 recommended but not required.
Schedule Not currently offered online.
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