What is CmSym?

A scene graph API developed in CM and a file format with C++ support (read/write).

Why Would I Want to Use Cmsym?

Some of the major design goals for the API include:

• Unified graphics
  

  All graphics are based on a single class.

• Flexible

  Component-based design means no attributes are forced.

• Fast edit operations

  Direct association from a SymNode to a graphics entity provides an efficient way to update the graphics.

• File format bridge

  CmSym acts as a bridge between other formats (dwg, obj, 3ds, skp etc). Import to CmSym, export from CmSym.

Some of the major design goals for the CmSym file format include:

• Lightweight

  CmSym files can usually be compressed more than Cm3D files.

• Easy to extend

  It's very easy to add new data to the Dex file format.

• Cross-platform

  Use CmSym files on multiple platforms.

• Parametric

  Specify programs reacting to parameters in the sym graph—stream programs not just data.

When Can I Start to Use Cmsym?

Right now!

Where Can I Go to Learn More about Cmsym?

The API is documented here.

API tutorials are available here: custom.developer.examples.cmsym.training

The file format is documented here.