Why does this skill emphasize that prior knowledge is unreliable?

TouchDesigner's API and parameter naming can be unpredictable; this skill forces the AI to gather real-time data and use specialized reference files to ensure code accuracy.

Can I use this for GLSL and shader development?

Yes, it provides specific reference patterns and best practices for working with GLSL TOPs, MATs, and complex rendering pipelines.

What is the benefit of using op.TDAPI over the raw API?

op.TDAPI handles critical background tasks like setting viewer flags, managing docked operators, and ensuring proper layout that the raw Python API often ignores.

Does it support all TouchDesigner operator families?

Yes, it provides optimized patterns and data conversion techniques for SOPs, CHOPs, TOPs, DATs, POPs, and COMPs.

How does this skill help with network organization?

It includes 'ChainOperators' and layout utilities that automatically space and connect operators, preventing overlapping and maintaining a readable visual hierarchy.

TouchDesigner Guide

Name: TouchDesigner Guide
Author: satoruhiga

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Design Tools

Streamlines TouchDesigner network development by providing standardized patterns for operator creation, data conversion, and GLSL shading.

About

The TouchDesigner Guide skill transforms Claude into a specialized visual programming assistant designed specifically for the TouchDesigner environment. It overcomes common LLM limitations by enforcing the use of a custom `op.TDAPI` utility, ensuring that operator creation, network layouts, and parameter settings are accurate and follow best practices. This skill is essential for developers building complex interactive installations, real-time graphics, or data-driven visual systems, providing structured guidance on everything from SOP-to-CHOP conversions to advanced GLSL shader implementation and Geometry COMP instancing.

Key Features

Smart operator chaining and layout algorithms for clean network architecture
42 GitHub stars
Standardized operator creation with automated viewer and docking management
Live parameter verification to prevent naming errors during implementation
Optimized patterns for GLSL shaders, rendering setups, and feedback loops
Comprehensive error checking and debugging protocols via the MCP API

Use Cases

Building and optimizing complex real-time interactive installations
Automating the setup of instanced geometry and GPU-accelerated particle systems
Debugging and refactoring existing TouchDesigner networks for better performance

About

Key Features

Smart operator chaining and layout algorithms for clean network architecture
42 GitHub stars
Standardized operator creation with automated viewer and docking management
Live parameter verification to prevent naming errors during implementation
Optimized patterns for GLSL shaders, rendering setups, and feedback loops
Comprehensive error checking and debugging protocols via the MCP API

Use Cases

Building and optimizing complex real-time interactive installations
Automating the setup of instanced geometry and GPU-accelerated particle systems
Debugging and refactoring existing TouchDesigner networks for better performance