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SDK Introduction

The Vizard SDK gives C++ developers the ability to extend the functionality of Vizard.  The SDK is used to create DLL plug-ins that can interface with Vizard scripts. The plug-ins can be used for many things, including:

• Access to underlying OpenSceneGraph objects (nodes, textures, etc..)
• Creating custom OpenSceneGraph nodes and textures
• Interfacing with hardware devices (trackers, sensors, etc..)

Note: Plug-ins created with the Vizard SDK are only supported in Development or Enterprise versions of Vizard.

The Vizard SDK is an optional component included with the installer. If you plan on using the Vizard SDK to compile your own plug-ins, be sure to check the SDK option in the Choose Components section of the installer. Once installed, you can find various SDK related files in the following locations:

• Header Files: /bin/Include
• Library Files: /bin/Libs
• Sample Projects: /sdk