OpenFrameworks
A community-developed cross-platform C++ toolkit for creative coding and interactive art.
What is OpenFrameworks?
openFrameworks is a C++ toolkit designed for creative coding, enabling developers and artists to create interactive art, installations, and multimedia applications. It wraps complex libraries for graphics, audio, video, and hardware into a simple, intuitive API, making it easier to prototype and build creative projects. The toolkit is cross-platform and community-driven, with a focus on education and collaboration.
Artists, designers, educators, and developers interested in creating interactive art, generative visuals, audio-visual installations, or creative applications using C++. It's ideal for those who want the performance of C++ without dealing with low-level multimedia library complexities.
Developers choose openFrameworks for its comprehensive, all-in-one approach to creative coding in C++, combining ease of use with high performance. Its strong community, extensive documentation, and cross-platform support make it a go-to toolkit for experimental and professional creative projects.
Overview
openFrameworks is a community-developed cross platform toolkit for creative coding in C++.
Use Cases
Best For
- Creating interactive art installations with real-time graphics and audio
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