Creating Videogames with Panda3D

Explore the world of videogame creation using Panda3D in this 54-minute conference talk from EuroPython 2011. Dive into the fundamentals of 3D game development, covering essential topics such as rendering, scene objects, camera manipulation, and tools. Learn about the production chain, including modeling software integration and the Panda3D framework. Discover key concepts like root-nodes, PandaNodes, NodePaths, and transformations. Gain insights into advanced features such as intervals, tasks, events, and light nodes. Explore user interface design with Crazy Eddie GUI, and delve into post-processing filters and shader programming. Understand the implementation of physics engines and identify the crucial ingredients and objectives for successful game development with Panda3D.