Use Python to Control Katana | 01. Introduction to Python in Katana
Python is a scripting language that opens up a world of possibilities for your lighting and look development toolset. Within Katana, each part of the UI can be customized and controlled by creating Python scripts that make use of its APIs and modules.
This tutorial gives you a solid foundation for writing Python scripts in Katana. You’ll generate message popups with Qt widgets, explore the different menu buttons, settings, Python console preferences, and other important features. This sets you on the road to controlling your lighting and look development projects at a more advanced level. Check the course page here: https://learn.foundry.com/course/7228...
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Chapters:
00:00 - 00:46 - Introduction
00:46 - 01:28 - Print "Hello World" Message to Learn to Run Code in the Python Console
01:28 - 02:03 - Python Version Check to Keep Up to Date on Software Versions
02:03 - 03:18 - Create a Message Box With QtWidgets to Display Tool Specific Information to the User
03:18 - 08:40 - Python Menu Walkthrough to Tailor the Python Console to Your Own Preferences
08:40 - 09:44 - Drag and Drop Into the Python Console to Uncover the Code That Makes Katana Work