My big mean starting lecture

• This is a theory class.
  • I expect you to learn and use mathematics.
    • We will cover several different topics you may or may not have seen in math class.
    • If you need help, ask for clarification.
  • I expect you have learned algorithms, data structures and other theoretical concepts related to computer graphics.
  • I expect that you CAN learn new mathematics and computer science.
• This is a programming class.
  • I expect you to spend time writing code.
  • I expect your code to run in multiple environments as specified.
  • I expect your code to be modular, and readable.
  • You will be given example code. I expect
    • You will read though that code and experiment with it.
    • You will use that code as a starting point for your projects (but this is not a requirement)
• We will be using some advanced concepts
  • I expect you to be able to make an array, linked list, or class at will.
    • These are not the main points of the assignment, but are necessary to complete the assignments.
  • I expect you to be able to use an API after it has been explained to you.
  • We will be using multiple API's and interfaces and languages
    • HTML
    • Javascript
    • WebGL
  • I expect you to be able to use tools, at least minimally, after they have been explained.
• Graphics code is sometimes hard to debug
  • We will be dealing with code someone else has written (or implemented in hardware), and can't get to it.
  • Small mistakes can lead to a blank screen.
  • In the end, if there is no image on the screen what do I do next?
  • I expect you to ask for help when you need it.
• We will break a few rules
  • When using an API it is often more convenient, or even required, to use global variables.
  • But don't let your entire style break down.
  • This is especially true when you are in an event driven programming model.
• There are plenty of references on the web, use them.
  • MDN is a good source. It is possibly more theoretical.
  • W3 Schools is reasonable, possibly more examples.
• Generative AI
  • ChatGPT, GitHub Copilot and others are a reality of our world.
  • You should use these tools.
  • You are permitted to use these tools in this class.
  • However, you must learn the material. Don't make it so you are unemployable because you only know how to use these tools.
• I use google chrome.
  • This is where I will grade your homework.
  • If does not work on chrome, it does not work.