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Key Features
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Multi-User is a free and open source blender addon.
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It aims to allow multiple users to work on the same scene over the network. Based on a Clients / Server architecture, the data-oriented replication schema replicate blender data-blocks across the wire.
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.. warning::
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The addon is still in development Be carefull when using it.
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On rare occasions, it can happen that your blender scenes become corrupted, think of making backups to avoid losing your projects.
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Collaboration
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Multi-User allows a strong collaborative workflow between users. Being able to collaborate in this way has opened up new opportunities:
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- Being able to create together and in real time on the same 3D scene, with instant feedback.
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- Being able to teach directly in the same 3D environment in real time, facilitating communication between the teacher and these students.
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- To be able to experiment with several people, to make challenges or simply to have fun.
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- And much more !
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Easier communication
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Thanks to *presence*, the overlay system that Multi-User provides, it is possible to see other users in the 3D space. The *presence* overlay is customizable to match your preferences (visibility, names, options).
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Session management
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The addon works on a session system. The creator of the session and the administrators have rights that allow them to easily manage the session (backups, user management). In addition, there is a management of datablock rights so that each user can collaborate as they wish. |