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Can I Do This With CDK?

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#163113From: Jayson DaymanApr 5, 1995 6:35 PM
I'm posting this question for a client who is hoping to find a software product to create "Interactive Architectural Walk Throughs". He is currently using AutoCAD and 3D Studio to create renderings and animations, now he wants to give his clients the ability to "navigate" through the virtual environments. We are aiming for a final product that can be "played back" on a typical 8meg 486 computer. One factor that makes us cautious about CDK is that he has no desire to learn C programming. Is this a fundamental requirement to use CDK for this purpose? Are there other software / development tools that would be better suited for this purpose? What other forums on Compuserve should I be checking? Any help or advice would be appreciated.
#164270From: Brian BlauApr 11, 1995 11:17 PM
>>I'm posting this question for a client who is hoping to find a software product to create "Interactive Architectural Walk Throughs". He is currently using AutoCAD and 3D Studio to create renderings and animations, now he wants to give his clients the ability to "navigate" through the virtual environments. We are aiming for a final product that can be "played back" on a typical 8meg 486 computer. One factor that makes us cautious about CDK is that he has no desire to learn C programming. Is this a fundamental requirement to use CDK for this purpose? Are there other software / development tools that would be better suited for this purpose? What other forums on Compuserve should I be checking? Any help or advice would be appreciated.<< The main way of programming the CDK is through Microsoft Visual C++. C++ is a bit more complicated than plain "C" but it provides a rich structure such that you can extend and reuse software components. The CDK also has this technology called DSCVR. It is like a scripting language and it encompases all of the CDK functionality. The main fallback of writing programs with DSCVR is that you must be able to understand the whole CDK class hierarchy including all of the classes and methods. So when it comes down to which is better I say stick with C++. Its easier to debug and integrate with the Windows system. Brian
#164749From: Blake HallApr 14, 1995 12:11 PM
Where does one get tech/purchase info from on this CDK. Would like to know a little more about it and how to get it. Do you call AD direct??
#165921From: Brian BlauApr 20, 1995 9:50 PM
>>Where does one get tech/purchase info from on this CDK. Would like to know a little more about it and how to get it. Do you call AD direct??<< Hi Blake, You can find out more information on the Cyberspace Developer Kit R2 from a number of places. First take a look at our library section, Cyberspace/VR Kit. The file "CDK Release 2 Description" give details about the class hierarchy and system requirements. That same library has some free downloadable programs, the CDK World Viewer and the NavFlyer. Call 18008794233 to find a dealer near you. Thanks for your interest! Brian Blau
#165991From: neil whitelawApr 21, 1995 5:48 AM
in the description it states ibm, compaq or 100% compatible what pentium 100 motherboards would fit this many thanks
#166202From: Wade . ThurmanApr 22, 1995 2:01 PM
Neil your pentium fits in that category of being an IBM compatible type computer.
#167170From: Blake HallApr 28, 1995 10:23 AM
Thanks for the reply…very interested in the prospects.. blake