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Computer Graphics in Python and Pycairo
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Gain insights into computer graphics with Python's Pycairo library. Learn about pixel vs. vector graphics, create complex shapes, work with transforms, text, gradients, and more for VR and game development.

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In this course, you will use Python’s Pycairo library to draw complex shapes. So if you have an appetite for virtual reality, or game development, then this course will serve you well. You will start with basic concepts like: What is the difference between pixel and vector graphics? After that, you will learn to make basic drawings and then you will move on to complex shapes. Throughout, you will cover important concepts like transform and state, working with text, gradients, and a whole lot more. By the time you finish this course, you will have a powerful new library at your disposal, and you’ll be able to construct beautiful graphics that users will love.

In this course, you will use Python’s Pycairo library to draw complex shapes. So if you have an appetite for virtual reality, or...Show More

WHAT YOU'LL LEARN

Hands-on experience with Pycairo

Create high quality vector graphics

Hands-on experience with Pycairo

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Content

81 Lessons15 Quizzes

1.

Introduction

2 Lessons

Get familiar with using Pycairo in Python for creating vector graphics and advanced drawings.

2.

Introduction to Vector Graphics

6 Lessons

Look at the core concepts of pixel images, vector graphics, and common vector formats.

Resizing and Drawing on Pixel Images

Vector Graphics

Advantages and Disadvantages

Common Vector Formats

3.

Basic Drawing Operations

8 Lessons

Break apart fundamental drawing operations and shapes, stroke and fill methods using Pycairo.

Learning Objectives

Creating an Image with Pycairo

Fill and Stroke

Open and Closed Shapes

Circle and Curves

4.

Paths and Complex Shapes

10 Lessons

Enhance your skills in drawing complex shapes and paths using Pycairo in Python.

Learning Objectives

Function Curves

5.

Computer Color

7 Lessons

Enhance your grasp of computer colors, including RGB, CSS, transparency, grayscale, and Pycairo applications.

Learning Objectives

Pycairo RGB Colors

CSS Named Colors

Greyscale Images and More

6.

Transforms and State

12 Lessons

See how transformations in Pycairo simplify shape manipulation using translation, scaling, rotation, and flipping.

Learning Objectives

User Space and Device Space

Save and Restore

Correcting Unequal Scaling

Current Transform Matrix

7.

Working with Text

8 Lessons

Build on integrating text in Pycairo, including fonts, sizes, styles, alignment, and text effects.

Learning Objectives

Text Is Just Shapes

8.

Gradients and Image Fills

11 Lessons

Sharpen your skills in using varied gradient fills and image patterns in Pycairo.

Learning Objectives

More on LinearGradient

Filling Text and Stroke with Gradient

Working with Images

Using SurfacePattern with Vectors

9.

Clipping, Masking and Compositing

8 Lessons

Unpack the core of clipping, masking, compositing, and color adjustments in Pycairo.

Learning Objectives

More on Clipping

Color Adjustments

10.

Surfaces and Output Formats

4 Lessons

Examine diverse Pycairo surface types, drawing operations, and output formats in computer graphics.

Learning Objectives

11.

Integration with Other Libraries

4 Lessons

Grasp the fundamentals of integrating Pycairo with libraries like Pillow and NumPy for seamless graphics.

Storing Image Data

PIL (Pillow) Integration

Numpy Integration

12.

Conclusion

1 Lessons

Map out the steps for applying Pycairo toolkit knowledge to create complex vector graphics.

Certificate of Completion

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