Tips and Tricks

C++ versus Blueprints: Which should I use for Unreal Engine game development?

Introduction When programming game elements in Unreal, developers have two main options: develop using Unreal’s visual blueprint system or develop using the C++ language.  The Blueprint system in Unreal Engine is a powerful visual scripting tool designed to help developers create gameplay mechanics without needing to write traditional code. Introduced in Unreal Engine 4 to make game development…
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Build Announcements

Visual Assist 2024.7 release post

We are excited to announce the release of 2024.7 of Visual Assist! This update introduces several powerful features aimed at improving your coding efficiency and project navigation. Download the release now. Here’s a breakdown of what’s new in this version: New…
Tips and Tricks

Getting started with how to use C++ for embedded systems in financial services

In today’s fast-paced financial technology landscape, the demand for robust, high-performance software is increasing. At the core of the majority of financial innovations lies C++, a language revered for its speed, efficiency, and control.  As financial institutions continue to incorporate advanced electronics and embedded systems into their operations—be it through the ATMs we rely on for…
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Build Announcements

Visual Assist 2024.6 release post - Important fixes for Visual Studio

VA 2024.6 is here and is available to download! This release features small but crucial updates. IMPORTANT: Users of 2024.5 should upgrade as soon as possible, or install the previous version 2024.4. To get the latest version, visit our website now and download the new update. Visual Assist 2024.6 brings two critical fixes for Visual Assist’s interaction with Visual Studio. The first fix in…
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Community

On the recent video game industry layoffs

Like many others, we have been shocked and increasingly concerned to hear of the recent gaming studio closures and layoffs. Cumulatively, this has impacted far more in this industry than any of us would have expected. Many of our most ardent Visual Assist champions are game developers, so for us, these cuts are not simply about numbers. This is about our user community – your careers, your…
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