VEX For Houdini Artists

In this course, you will learn VEX coding from the basics to advanced techniques. We will showcase the practical application of VEX in real-world projects, which will help you to create various complex special effects using VEX.

Mastering VEX is crucial for producing realistic and captivating visual effects in Houdini.

• 30+ hours training
• 8-weeks duration

This course is divided into eight weeks, where you will learn about Houdini scripting and VEX coding.
In the first week, you will learn about HScript and HExpressions, which will provide you with a foundational understanding of the techniques used throughout the course.

1. In the second week, you will begin working with VEX and learn how to write correct VEX code snippets.
2. The third week covers more advanced concepts within VEX, providing you with the knowledge to tackle complex FX projects.
3. In the fourth week, you will explore important VEX functions, such as strings, noise functions, and how to work with VEX within DOPs.
4. Week five will be dedicated to practical examples, where you will combine everything you have learned into a range of practical exercises to improve your skills.
5. In week six, you will start working on your final project using VEX, applying everything you have learned so far to create an effect that would otherwise be impossible to achieve through normal SOP setups.
6. Week seven is all about adding the final touches to your VEX project and polishing it to perfection.
7. Finally, in week eight, you will learn about rendering your project using either Mantra or Redshift, with Saber taking over as your instructor for this portion of the course.