Autodesk Maya

Autodesk Maya is a professional 3D computer graphics software used for creating interactive 3D applications, animations, models, and visual effects. It provides a comprehensive suite of tools for modeling, rigging, animation, simulation, rendering, and compositing, widely adopted in film, television, game development, and design industries.

Also known as: Maya, Autodesk Maya 3D, Maya 3D, Maya Software, Autodesk Maya LT

Why learn Autodesk Maya?

Developers should learn Autodesk Maya when working in fields like game development, visual effects, or animation, as it enables the creation of high-quality 3D assets and scenes. It is essential for tasks such as character modeling, environmental design, and procedural animation, often integrated with game engines like Unity or Unreal Engine for real-time applications.

Learning Resources

• docs: Autodesk Maya Official Documentation
• video: Maya Learning Channel on YouTube
• course: Introduction to Maya Course on Coursera
• tutorial: Maya Tutorials on Digital-Tutors (Pluralsight)
• book: Mastering Autodesk Maya Book