To create breakthrough applications, developers need superior tools, access to leading-edge technologies, and the latest technical information. Silicon Graphics and third-party solutions make up the ultimate toolset for the development of world-class products. In addition, Silicon Graphics provides the support developers need through a variety of programs.

Resources on Hot Mix 18

You'll find many development resources, including products and trial software on this release of Hot Mix.

Support Programs

The Silicon Graphics Developer Program helps individual developers as well as organizations around the world design, port, and market products that use Silicon Graphics workstations and servers. The new program offers a variety of levels ranging from Web-based access of information to one-on-one personalized response. Each level provides detailed technical answers that help you maximize your productivity and make the most out of Silicon Graphics technology.

Online Resources

http://www.sgi.com/developers/
Developer Area on Silicon Surf, Silicon Graphics' corporate Web site, provides easy access to development technologies, APIs, news and events, publications, and other resources.

http://www.sgi.com/Technology/toolbox.html
The Developer Toolbox is a learn-by-example library resource, delivered via the Web and CD-ROM, for all registered members of the Silicon Graphics Developer Program.

http://vrml.sgi.com
VRML - it's pronounced vur'mel and it's not just another plug-in. To a growing community, VRML represents the seeds of a new Web, one more like the real world--experiential, interactive, continuous, and, of course, three dimensional. Its applications span the entire spectrum of both the arts and the sciences.

http://www.sgi.com/Support/DevProg/cdov.html
Club Dev is a secure Web site that provides members of the Silicon Graphics Developer Program access to leading-edge software and hardware information, sample source code, developer publications, and utilities not available to the general Silicon Graphics customer base. A username and password, obtained through registering for any of the membership options of the Silicon Graphics Developer Program, are required to enter this site.

http://www.sgi.com/tech/
Tech Focus on Silicon Surf, Silicon Graphics' corporate Web site, provides resources on Silicon Graphics technologies, including hardware, media publishing, security, data mining and more.

Leading Edge Development Tools

The Developer Magic software development environment helps you create media-rich applications faster than ever before with a complete set of tools, libraries, and compilers.

Cosmo Worlds is the first system built specifically for VRML 2.0. Developed in parallel with Moving Worlds specifications, Cosmo Worlds makes all of the power of the new standard, including modeling, animation, and behavior scripting, accessible to artists. Features include a powerful VRML 2.0 polygonal modeler; advanced tools for textures, colors, lighting, and material properties; a keyframe animator; a scripting editor; and the industry's only VRML packaging tool. A plug-in architecture provides access to a growing set of advanced modules and third-party tools and the rest of the Cosmo authoring solutions.

Cosmo Code is an integrated set of powerful and highly visual tools for creating Java applications, applets, and classes.

Third-Party Programs

The Conductors Program is a unique and innovative program designed to foster the development of quality third-party plug-ins for Alias|Wavefront products. As a development partner, you'll benefit from all our technical resources, marketing initiatives, and distribution channels. So, whether you develop software for film and video, games and interactive media, industrial design, or any other market served by Alias|Wavefront, the Conductors Program represents a superb opportunity to build your business on the established success of a market leader.

Visit the Alias|Wavefront Conductors Program Web site or send e-mail to conductors@aw.sgi.com for more information.