OSC
OSC (Open Sound Control) is a protocol for networking sound synthesizers, computers, and other multimedia devices for real-time communication. It is designed for modern networking technology and supports high-resolution time tags, symbolic addressing, and pattern matching for flexible data exchange. OSC is widely used in music, audio, and interactive media applications to send control messages between devices.
Developers should learn OSC when building applications in music technology, interactive installations, or any system requiring real-time communication between audio/visual devices. It is essential for controlling digital audio workstations, synthesizers, or custom hardware from software, and for enabling low-latency data exchange in networked performances or installations. Use cases include live music setups, multimedia art projects, and IoT systems where precise timing and flexible messaging are critical.