Particle trails in python.

Hi all,

I am trying to achieve random point trails using python,so far i was successful making random points but jumping positions with timer feed. I have seen examples of agents systems made using python but they are a little complex for me at this point of time.

please provide direction to the Python newcomer. :)

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Permalink Reply by Shridhar Mamidalaa on June 4, 2015 at 11:16am

Any one ???

Permalink Reply by Marc on June 7, 2015 at 3:59am

Hi,

I've modified your definition to do what you described above. I've changed the direct timer input to a counter+timer input as a variable. This passes an integer that updates the repeating steps (for loop in the script).

I've also wrapped your point coordinate generation into functions and classes, which makes calling the necessary steps for the walker easier. The script is annotated, to make it easier to understand. It is still pretty simple, don't worry.

I'd also recommend you to use clearer and less abstract variable names in the future. It makes your code much more legible for your self and for those that you share it with. Instead of calling the variable for your step size in x direction "g", why not call it "step_size_x"?!

The component outputs a list of all points that can produce a polyline, NURBS curve or similar as a walker trail. It also returns the first and last position of the walker as points.

Have fun!

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