Virtual Reality (VR) & Augmented Reality (AR) Roadmap

The journey of building digital worlds and integrating them into our reality.

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Phase Key Area Technologies & Concepts Objective
1. Graphics & Interaction Fundamentals Computer Graphics & Programming
  • 3D Modeling: Blender, Maya, ZBrush
  • Game Engine: Unity (C#), Unreal Engine (C++)
  • Mathematics: Linear Algebra, Vectors, Quaternions
 Build skills to create, render, and manipulate 3D objects in a real-time environment.
2. Core VR/AR Development SDKs & XR Platforms
  • VR SDKs: Oculus Integration, SteamVR, OpenXR
  • AR SDKs: ARKit (Apple), ARCore (Google), Vuforia
  • Concepts: 6DoF vs 3DoF Tracking, Spatial User Interface (Spatial UI)
 Create basic interactive VR/AR experiences, understanding the differences between hardware platforms.
3. Optimization & User Experience Performance & Experience Design (UX)
  • Optimization: Render Pipelines, Baking, LODs, Profiling
  • Design: Spatial Audio, Hand Tracking, Motion Sickness Reduction
  • HCI: Human-Computer Interaction in 3D Space
 Enhance the quality of the experience, ensuring the application runs smoothly, intuitively, and comfortably for the user.
4. AI & Computer Vision Integration AI & Environmental Awareness
  • Computer Vision: SLAM, Object Recognition, Semantic Segmentation
  • AI: Machine Learning for interaction, Smart NPCs, Voice Control
  • Tools: OpenCV, TensorFlow, PyTorch
 Create intelligent VR/AR applications capable of understanding and interacting with the environment and user naturally.
5. Social & Virtual Worlds (Metaverse) Multi-user Networking & WebXR
  • Networking: Photon, Mirror, Netcode for Entities
  • Metaverse: Avatars, Virtual Economy, Live Events
  • Web: WebXR, Three.js, Babylon.js
 Build shared, persistent virtual spaces where multiple users can interact with each other in real-time.
6. Future Interfaces & Ethics Brain-Computer Interfaces & Social Impact
  • Future: Brain-Computer Interfaces (BCI), Advanced Haptics, AR Cloud
  • Concepts: Digital Twins, Spatial Computing
  • Ethics: Privacy, Data Ownership, Psychological Impact
 Research next-generation interaction methods and consider the ethical and social impacts of the technology.

Core Mindset

1. 3D Spatial Thinking

The ability to think, design, and solve problems in three-dimensional space is fundamental. Everything is no longer on a 2D plane.

2. User Experience First (UX First)

Comfort, intuitiveness, and immersion are paramount. A bad experience can cause physical discomfort.

3. Continuous Optimization

Performance is king. A stable frame rate and low latency are critical factors for the success of a VR/AR application.

4. World Building & Storytelling

Technology is just a tool. The real power lies in creating believable worlds and compelling stories for users to explore.