Questions About Managing OpenGL in GB32

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I asked BING:

Is there an implementation of OpenGL that provides a good 3D virtual world framework?

Yes, there are several libraries and frameworks that can help you create a virtual world using OpenGL. One of them is **GLFW**¹², an open-source, multi-platform library for OpenGL, OpenGL ES, and Vulkan development on the desktop. It provides a simple API for creating windows, contexts, and surfaces, receiving input, and handling events¹².

GLFW supports multiple windows, multiple monitors, high-DPI, and gamma ramps. It also supports keyboard, mouse, gamepad, time, and window event input, via polling or callbacks¹. This makes it a good choice for creating a virtual world framework.

Another option is the **Virtual World Framework (VWF)**³, which is a means to connect robust 3D, immersive entities with other entities, virtual worlds, content, and users via web browsers³.

Remember, creating a virtual world is a complex task that requires a range of skills. But with careful planning and a clear understanding of how virtual worlds work, you can create a compelling and immersive experience. Good luck with your project! 🌐.

Source: Conversation with Bing, 2024-01-22
(1) An OpenGL library | GLFW. www.glfw.org/.
(2) GLFW: Main Page. www.glfw.org/docs/latest/.
(3) Virtual world framework - Wikipedia. en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Virtual_world_framework.
(4) 20 Open Source WebGL Frameworks - MEDevel.com. medevel.com/16-webgl-opensource-frameworks/.

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It seems there are many OpenGL 3D virtual world solutions out there.

These are some BING imaginings of a GB32 interface for editing OpenGL 3D worlds...

I think we are looking for our own GB32 framework to manage the OpenGL settings and events, all packed into one library of functions and "Editor/Popup Menus" that will let us easily establish: LIGHTS, CAMERA, ACTION.

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We need proof of concept demos for each feature we want to implement before we can merge it into the library.

Here are some of BING's suggestions:

Creating a GB32 OpenGL 3D Virtual World library involves several key components. Here are some potential features and corresponding proof-of-concept demos:

1. **Initialization and Cleanup**: Functions to initialize and clean up the OpenGL environment. Demo: A simple program that initializes OpenGL, clears the screen, and then cleans up.

2. **Rendering**: Functions to render 3D objects. Demo: A program that renders a simple 3D object, such as a cube or sphere.

3. **Lighting**: Functions to add and manage lights in the scene. Demo: A program that renders a 3D object with different lighting conditions.

4. **Camera Control**: Functions to control the camera position and orientation. Demo: A program that allows the user to move the camera around a 3D object using keyboard or mouse input.

5. **Object Behavior**: Functions to control the behavior of objects in the world. Demo: A program that simulates basic physics, such as gravity and collision.

6. **Editor/Popup Menus**: Functions to create and manage editor or popup menus. Demo: A program that allows the user to select options from a menu to control aspects of the virtual world, such as the number and type of objects, lighting conditions, etc.

7. **Event Handling**: Functions to handle events, such as keyboard and mouse input. Demo: A program that changes the color of a 3D object when the user presses a certain key.

8. **Texture Mapping**: Functions to apply textures to 3D objects. Demo: A program that renders a 3D object with a texture applied.

9. **Animation**: Functions to animate objects. Demo: A program that moves a 3D object along a predefined path.

Remember, each of these features should be developed and tested independently before being integrated into the main library. This modular approach will make it easier to debug and maintain your code. Good luck with your project! 🌐.