First we explore the impact Python will have on your future work. We introduce Python basics, how we can use them and what their benefits are. Finally we write our first lines of Python code.

We explore the script editor Sublime Text and learn the new data types lists and dictionaries. New expressions and useful functions start to form our understanding of scripting.

Loops and ifs are the most important topics in Python since they allow us to write small batch processes. Pseudo code helps us to outline our future scripts.

Functions allow us to write more repeatable and cleaner code. Naming and scope help us to write more professional scripts.

We finish our Python introduction by writing and executing scripts in different modules. System variables and error handling rounds up our Python basics.

Finally! We explore how to use Python in Nuke. First we understand the difference between TCL and Python, how to use the Nuke Editor and the Nuke API. This allows us to manipulate nodes, connections and attributes inside Nuke.

We look at everyday functions and combine them to useful scripts for our work in Nuke to manipulate Read, Write, Crop, Color and other nodes.

In the final week we learn to create Nuke UIs (user interfaces) with PySide to allow user input for our now advanced everyday scripts and write our own final applications.

Complete the masterclass by building your own Nuke application using Python. The final assignment will showcase your Python skills and help you with future job applications.