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Vector Math Is Easy When You See It With Blender and Geometry Nodes

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Explore vector math concepts through an intuitive, visual approach using Blender and Geometry Nodes in this 27-minute tutorial. Learn about the fundamental nature of vectors and their crucial role in 3D applications. Dive into essential vector operations including addition, subtraction, scaling, rotation, dot product, cross product, distance calculation, projection, reflection, refraction, faceforward, and mixing. Gain a clear understanding of these concepts through practical demonstrations and visual examples. By the end of this tutorial, grasp key vector math principles that are essential for working with 3D software, presented in a memorable and easy-to-understand format.

Syllabus

- How to Think About Vectors
- Adding and Subtracting Vectors
- Scaling Vectors
- Rotating Vectors
- The Dot Product
- The Cross Product
- Vector Distance
- Projecting Vectors
- Reflecting and Refracting Vectors
- Vector Faceforward
- Mixing Vectors
- Points to Remember

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CG Cookie

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