Real-World 3D Modeling Applications

🎮 Video Games

Every object you see in modern games - characters, weapons, buildings, vehicles - started as a 3D model. Game artists create:

• Low-poly models for mobile games
• High-detail models for AAA titles
• Modular pieces for building game worlds

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A typical AAA game can contain over 100,000 individual 3D models!

🖥️ Web and Interactive Media

3D on the web is exploding:

• Product configurators - Customize cars, shoes, furniture
• Virtual tours - Explore real estate, museums
• AR experiences - Try products before buying

🖨️ 3D Printing

Transform digital models into physical objects:

• Prototypes for product development
• Custom parts and tools
• Art and jewelry
• Medical devices

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You'll learn to export your models for 3D printing in our dedicated 3D Printing track!

🏗️ Architecture & Design

Architects use 3D modeling to:

• Visualize buildings before construction
• Test designs and materials
• Create client presentations

📱 The GLB Format

For web and mobile, we use the GLB format:

• Compact file size
• Supports textures and animations
• Works in all modern browsers
• Powers AR experiences

[!NOTE]
GLB is the binary version of glTF, the "JPEG of 3D" - it's become the industry standard for web-based 3D content.

You'll learn to export GLB files in this course!