Rhino Grasshopper
Rhino Grasshopper is a visual programming language and environment integrated into Rhinoceros 3D, a CAD software. It allows users to create complex parametric designs and algorithms through a node-based interface without writing traditional code. It is widely used in architecture, engineering, and design for generative modeling, simulation, and automation of geometric processes.
Developers should learn Rhino Grasshopper when working in fields like architectural design, product design, or digital fabrication, as it enables rapid prototyping, iterative design exploration, and integration with other tools through plugins. It is particularly valuable for tasks requiring parametric modeling, environmental analysis, or custom geometry generation, such as in sustainable building design or complex structural forms.