Uploaded January 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago

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In this video, I try to give a simplified/condensed tutorial for people who would like to use TouchDesigner for creative coding - without feeling overwhelmed by all the options or getting into the weeds with more advanced topics that aren't required to just get started. After you've watched this, you should follow along with this follow-up hands-on first exercise: youtu.be/6Zf0JaAW6Uk

00:00:00 Intro
00:00:57 The Interface
00:03:36 Operators
00:08:18 TOPs
00:25:08 The Palette & Components
00:32:08 CHOPs
01:02:05 DATs
01:12:51 Conclusion
01:13:50 Bonus: Perform Mode
01:15:36 One Last 30 Second Tip