Learn how to use Claude Code, Cursor, and AI coding assistants with Houdini. Covers VEX workflows, Python shelf tools, HOM scripting, prompt libraries, Claude Code setup, troubleshooting, and practical artist-focused workflows.

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AI coding is quickly becoming part of the Houdini workflow.

This free manual shows artists how to use Claude Code, Cursor, and modern AI assistants to write VEX, build Python shelf tools, create Houdini utilities, and organize AI-assisted workflows.

Topics include:

• Installing Cursor for Houdini development • Setting up Claude Code • VEX prompting workflows • Python and HOM scripting workflows • Building shelf tools • AI-assisted HDA development • Troubleshooting common issues • API-based assistants inside Houdini • Security and best practices

24-page PDF.

Designed for Houdini artists, technical artists, motion designers, and anyone interested in combining AI-assisted coding with procedural workflows.

Independent educational manual. Not affiliated with SideFX, Anthropic, Cursor, or OpenAI.

Category: Houdini, AI, VEX, Python, Technical Art