- Module 1: Learn about core concepts of augmented reality, virtual reality, and mixed reality. Learn about HoloLens and Windows mixed reality immersive headsets.
By the end of this module, you'll be able to:
- Define mixed reality and differentiate between virtual reality and augmented reality
- Describe the core ideas behind holograms
- Start designing and developing 3D applications
- Understand what mixed reality offers in real-world apps
- Use the power of the cloud for mixed reality
- Module 2: Learn about all the foundational elements required to design a mixed reality application.
By the end of this module you'll be able to:
- Understand core concepts in designing a mixed reality application.
- Describe a few available UX components and interaction models.
- Understand the available mixed reality resources.
- Look into a few great example applications built using mixed reality.
- Module 3: This module is a challenge project where you'll build an Augmented Reality app for HoloLens 2. It will guide a developer on how to build an app end-to-end with help from looking at an existing sample.
In this module, you'll demonstrate your ability to:
- Understand the fundamentals of mixed reality and its applications.
- Gain knowledge of HoloLens 2 hardware and software.
- Develop proficiency in 3D spatial mapping and tracking.
- Learn to implement gesture recognition and spatial sound.
- Acquire skills in designing user interfaces for MR applications.
- Apply advanced MR development techniques using HoloLens 2.
- Demonstrate the ability to develop a functional HoloLens 2 application through an end-to-end project.
- Understand the fundamentals needed for a project document for your prototype.
Overview
Syllabus
- Module 1: Module 1: Introduction to mixed reality
- Introduction
- What is mixed reality?
- Make sense of augmented reality, virtual reality, and mixed reality
- Explore mixed reality devices
- Understand holograms
- Design and develop in mixed reality
- Use cases and examples
- Mixed reality cloud services and applications
- Knowledge check
- Summary
- Module 2: Module 2: Designing for mixed reality
- Introduction
- Getting started with core concepts
- UX elements and interaction models
- Techniques for expanding design process
- App quality
- App testing
- Mixed reality resources
- Great design examples in mixed reality
- Knowledge check
- Summary
- Module 3: Module 3: Challenge project - Building an Augmented Reality app for HoloLens 2
- Introduction
- Application description and storyboarding
- Design and environmental considerations
- Accessibility and privacy considerations
- Development Workflow and App Prototype
- Knowledge check
- Summary
