Development Environments Shape Programming Solutions

Explore how different development environments shape technological solutions in this keynote address from ACCU 2023. Delve into the nuances of developing for research, prototyping, software products, video games, and game engines based on decades of industry experience. Examine the common foundations required for building compelling technical solutions while investigating the unique methods and procedures used across various domains. Discover how wider contexts and specific requirements influence code development, from software products to video games. Learn about the importance of high-quality code, visual fidelity, and performance in graphic systems, drawing insights from award-winning projects in both the film and gaming industries. Gain valuable perspectives on topics such as chromatic aberration, workflows, data utilization, prototyping, production pipelines, and the challenges of creating immersive experiences in game development.

Introduction
Career Highlights
Overview
Chromatic Aberration
Workflows
Key Questions
Why
The Wider Context
Using Data
Getting Lost
The North Star
Research vs Production
Prototyping
Production
Maya
XKCD
Golden Path
Client Representation
Bespoke Game Engines
Software vs Games
Immersion
Hardware aware
Art pipeline
Shifting left
Generalized game engines
Game Productions
Tech Foundation
Feature Development
Process
Takeaways