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Creating Augmented Reality Apps with Unity and AR Foundation

Gain insights into Unity and AR Foundation. Learn about C# programming, UI design, and AR development. Discover how to create and optimize interactive AR content for various devices.

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Augmented reality (AR) is on the verge of transforming how people interact with their everyday environments by integrating computer-generated experiences. This course is your stepping stone into AR technology, equipping you with the skills needed for a promising career. In this course, you’ll learn the fundamentals of Unity, the cornerstone of AR development, and AR Foundation, a cross-platform Unity framework for building and deploying AR applications. You will familiarize yourself with Unity’s interface, grasp the basics of C# programming, and gain proficiency in key Unity concepts such as Materials, Physics, and UI design. You will develop expertise in triggers, cameras, and animations to enhance your AR projects. After completing this course, you’ll gain skills as an AR developer and be capable of creating interactive AR content, optimizing for various devices, and addressing real-world AR challenges. Your expertise will unlock exciting opportunities in the field of augmented reality.

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WHAT YOU'LL LEARN

Familiarity with AR and game development concepts

An understanding of Unity fundamentals

Familiarity with AR Foundation, a cross-platform Unity framework for building and deploying AR applications

Proficiency in C# as used within the Unity environment for effective application development

Familiarity with AR and game development concepts

Content

53 Lessons3 Quizzes5 Challenges

Getting Started with Unity

2 Lessons

Get familiar with developing AR apps, Unity basics, and key foundational skills.

Getting Started with the Course

Introduction to Unity

Learn C# with Unity

18 Lessons

Grasp the fundamentals of C# programming in Unity, including APIs, data types, variables, classes, methods, arrays, lists, enums, conditions, and loops.

Introduction: C# with Unity

Data Types

Variables

Variable Attributes

Mini Quiz: Data Type and Variables

Classes

Methods

Mini Quiz: Classes and Methods

Arrays

Lists

Mini Quiz: Arrays and Lists

Unity Fundamentals

18 Lessons

Master the steps to install Unity, set up projects, and utilize AR Foundation tools.

Installing Unity

Overview of the Essential Unity Topics and Concepts

Project Setup

Including AR Foundation in Unity

Triggers and Collisions

Loading Assets and Asset Management

Debugging

Unity Fundamentals: Summary

AR Foundation

11 Lessons

Apply your skills to develop AR apps using Unity, AR Foundation, and advanced features.

What Will You Learn?

Part 1: Create Your First AR App

Part 2: Create Your First AR App

Model Drag, Scale, and Rotate

Image Tracking in AR

Video Playback with Image Tracking

Multiple Image Tracking in AR

Part 1: Universal Render Pipeline (URP) in AR

Part 2: Universal Render Pipeline (URP) in AR

Congratulations on Your AR Journey!

Advanced Topics

Appendix

4 Lessons

Engage with the Unity community, utilize documentation, test apps on iOS/Android, and use Visual Studio IDE.

Unity Community

Unity Documentation

Test the App on Android and iOS

Integrated Development Environment (IDE)

Certificate of Completion

Showcase your accomplishment by sharing your certificate of completion.

Course Author:

Mohammad Hamza

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