Metaverse World Builders Workshop 3

by 2ndLife Rich | Jul 16, 2025 | Horizon Worlds Developers Workshop, Metaverse World Builders Workshop

Description:

Welcome to the “Metaverse World Builders Workshop 3”! Join a vibrant community of creators, developers, and enthusiasts as they dive deep into the art and science of building immersive worlds in platforms like Meta Horizon, VRChat, and more. This interactive workshop features live troubleshooting, collaborative coding, creative design discussions, and practical tips for both beginners and advanced world builders.

Watch as participants share their screens, solve real-world scripting challenges (like making trampolines work in Horizon Worlds), discuss avatar customization, playlist scripting, and explore the latest AI tools for metaverse development. Whether you’re interested in technical scripting, 3D modeling, or the business and copyright side of virtual worlds, this session is packed with insights, laughter, and hands-on learning.

Table of Contents:

• 00:00 – Introduction & Icebreakers: Language, Culture, and Community Banter
• 03:00 – Club Sexy: Setting Up Playlists and Karaoke in Meta Horizon
• 06:00 – Avatar Customization: Creating Outfits and Tutorials on Mobile
• 10:00 – Building in Horizon: Sharing Screens, Editing Avatars, and Live Demos
• 15:00 – Scripting a Trampoline: Troubleshooting Gravity, Velocity, and Triggers
• 25:00 – Debugging with AI Tools: Using Windsurf, Cascade, and Model Selection
• 35:00 – Playlist Scripting: Looping Audio, Managing Arrays, and Code Walkthroughs
• 45:00 – Copyright & Likeness: Discussion on Using Characters, Music, and Platform Policies
• 50:00 – 3D Modeling & Web Integration: Using Three.js, Blender, and AI for Web Apps
• 1:00:00 – VRChat & Unity: How to Import Worlds and Avatars, Project Management Tips
• 1:10:00 – Q&A: Resetting Worlds, Game Timers, and Scavenger Hunt Logic
• 1:15:00 – Closing Thoughts: Community, Monetization, and Upcoming Events

Key Highlights:

• Live coding and troubleshooting in Horizon Worlds
• Avatar and outfit creation tutorials
• Playlist and audio scripting for immersive experiences
• Copyright and platform policy advice
• Integrating AI tools for metaverse development
• VRChat world and avatar import walkthrough

Don’t forget to check out the timestamps to jump directly to the sections that interest you most!

Metaverse World Builders Workshop 2

by 2ndLife Rich | Jul 10, 2025 | Horizon Worlds Developers Workshop, Metaverse World Builders Workshop

Welcome to the Metaverse World Builders Workshop 2! In this in-depth, hands-on session, a group of passionate creators, developers, and digital entrepreneurs dive into the practical realities of building, monetizing, and collaborating in virtual worlds like VRChat, Horizon Worlds, and more.

The workshop covers everything from setting up vendor booths and organizing community events, to technical deep-dives on Unity, Blender, asset management, scripting, and the latest AI tools for world-building and music creation.

The conversation also explores the business side of the metaverse, including strategies for earning income, navigating platform changes, and fostering supportive communities. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned world builder, you’ll find valuable insights, live demonstrations, and real talk about the challenges and opportunities in today’s metaverse.

Table of Contents

1. Introduction & Vendor Booths
   • Organizing vendor lists and tours
   • Vision for the community and board of directors
2. Platforms & Monetization
   • Comparing VRChat, Banter, and other platforms
   • Why VRChat is preferred for business
   • The shift from tutorials to personal expression
3. AI’s Impact on Tutorials & Content Creation
   • How AI tools like ChatGPT and Gemini are changing learning
   • The future of tutorial content and creator income
4. Live AI Demonstration
   • Using Gemini for real-time problem solving
   • Screen sharing and proximity audio in spatial.io
5. Technical Q&A: Web Hosting & Asset Management
   • Uploading and managing HTML/CSS files
   • Using FileZilla and server directories
   • Troubleshooting file hosting and permissions
6. Unity, Blender, and World Importing
   • Breaking up large builds for import
   • Managing FBX files, textures, and pivots
   • Live demonstration: importing and assembling assets
7. Game Mechanics & Scripting
   • Setting up triggers, doors, and interactive elements
   • Using Sprites, colliders, and TextMesh Pro
   • Tips for optimizing performance and workflow
8. AI Music Creation & Monetization
   • Using Suno and AI tools to generate custom music
   • Rights, licensing, and selling digital assets
   • Live demo: creating a theme song for the workshop
9. Community, Collaboration, and Platform Economics
   • The realities of monetization on Horizon Worlds
   • Platform changes, payout structures, and the “Hunger Games” effect
   • The importance of community, collaboration, and supporting each other
10. Advanced AI & NPCs in the Metaverse
    • Adding AI-driven NPCs and voice interactions
    • World and player persistent variables
    • Upcoming features and release notes
11. Open Q&A and Closing Thoughts
    • Game design advice: building loops and mechanics
    • Asset shops, in-world purchases, and future opportunities
    • Final tips, encouragement, and next steps

Metaverse World Builders Workshop 1

by 2ndLife Rich | Jun 18, 2025 | Horizon Worlds Developers Workshop, Metaverse World Builders Workshop

Metaverse World Builders Workshop 1 – Overview

Welcome to the first session of the Metaverse World Builders Workshop! In this interactive, community-driven session, participants dive into the essentials of world building across platforms like Horizon Worlds, VRChat, Spatial, and more. The group discusses coding with C# and UdonSharp, using tools like Windsurf and Unity, importing assets, troubleshooting technical issues, and collaborating on creative projects. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced creator, you’ll find practical advice, live demonstrations, and plenty of Q&A to help you build your own virtual worlds.

Table of Contents

• 00:00 – Introductions & Community Check-In
  • Casual greetings, catching up, and setting the tone for the workshop.
• 01:38 – Workshop Goals & Participant Questions
  • Outlining the day’s focus: world building, coding, and platform-specific challenges.
• 02:06 – Coding for the Metaverse: C#, UdonSharp, and More
  • Discussion of programming languages and scripting for different platforms.
• 03:07 – Using Windsurf for Coding Projects
  • How Windsurf integrates with various platforms and helps with coding tasks.
• 05:00 – Asset Management: Importing, Exporting, and Organizing
  • Tips for handling assets in Unity, VRChat, and Horizon Worlds.
• 07:00 – Troubleshooting Audio & Technical Issues
  • Solving common problems with audio, device settings, and connectivity.
• 10:00 – Platform Comparisons: Desktop Editors, VRChat, and Meta Link
  • Pros and cons of different editors and how to access VRChat and other platforms.
• 15:00 – Getting Started with Unity & VRChat Creator Companion
  • Step-by-step guidance on setting up Unity projects for VRChat and Spatial.
• 20:00 – Asset Stores, Packages, and Prefabs
  • Using third-party resources, importing packages, and managing project files.
• 25:00 – Visual Scripting, Gizmos, and Audio Management
  • Implementing interactive elements, managing music, and creating quiet zones.
• 35:00 – 3D Modeling with Blender, AI Tools, and Asset Generation
  • Generating and importing 3D models, using AI tools like ChatGPT for asset creation.
• 45:00 – Q&A: Hardware, Performance, and Collaboration
  • Advice on choosing hardware, optimizing performance, and working together.
• 55:00 – Python, Data Projects, and Coding Education
  • Exploring Python for data management and learning programming with AI assistance.
• 1:10:00 – Visual Scripting Deep Dive & Community Showcases
  • Live demonstrations of visual scripting, project sharing, and peer feedback.
• 1:30:00 – Closing Thoughts & Next Steps
  • Recap, upcoming sessions, and how to stay connected with the community.