Introduction to N35100

CSCI N35100

Andy Harris

Indiana University / Purdue University - Indianapolis

Welcome to the class

• CSCI N351
• Multimedia Progrmming

What this course is NOT

• A 'how to course' on software
• An animated user's manual
• A hard-core programming course
• A vocational course

What this coure IS

• An introduction to digital media
• An explanation of the math and science
• An overview of many technologies
• An introduction to open-source technologies

You will learn:

• The difference between bit depth and sampling rate in audio
• How to build a custom drum loop
• Why jpgs are better for photos than gif
• How the blur filter works in image programs
• How to build a 3D animation or game
• How video compression schemes work
• LOTS more

Why open source tools?

• The particular tool is irrelevant
• Software gets out of date in a hurry
• Where there is an open-source alternative, I use it
• There's no need to purchase anything

Going Distributed

• Watch the videos
• Download software and examples
• Play along at home
• This is a 'doing' course, not a 'watching' course

Staying in touch

• Follow the schedule
• Come to labs
• Get help
• Have fun!