Nuke
Nuke is a node-based compositing and visual effects software developed by Foundry, widely used in the film, television, and advertising industries for high-end post-production work. It enables artists to create complex visual effects, motion graphics, and compositing by connecting nodes in a visual graph, supporting 2D and 3D workflows with deep image compositing and multi-channel editing capabilities.
Developers should learn Nuke when working in visual effects (VFX), animation, or post-production pipelines, as it is an industry-standard tool for compositing and effects in major studios like ILM, Weta Digital, and Framestore. It is essential for tasks such as green screen keying, rotoscoping, color grading, and integrating CGI with live-action footage, particularly in projects requiring high-quality, scalable visual effects for feature films or high-budget commercials.