# OpenUSD for Developers

OpenUSD ([Universal Scene Description](https://www.nvidia.com/en-us/glossary/openusd/)) is an open, extensible framework for describing, composing, and simulating 3D worlds. NVIDIA has adopted it as the foundational core of its [NVIDIA Omniverse](https://www.nvidia.com/en-us/omniverse/)™ libraries to enable agents and software developers to integrate pre-built physical AI simulation capabilities into their applications.

[Get Started  
](#section-getting-started "Download Now")[Documentation  
](https://docs.omniverse.nvidia.com/dev-guide/latest/dev-usd.html "Download Now")[Forums  
](https://forum.aousd.org/ "Download Now")

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## Why Use OpenUSD?   

OpenUSD is more than just a file format—it's an open-source framework that serves as a standard across industries, enabling the development of digital twins and AI in 3D worlds. 

 ![Diagram showing OpenUSD integrating layered industrial data into a shared digital twin environment with robots, automation systems, and factory operations.](https://developer.download.nvidia.com/images/usd/how-openusd-works-ari.jpg)

Caption: OpenUSD unifies multiple data layers into a single view for seamless collaboration across 3D tools and workflows.

OpenUSD is the shared framework that makes it possible to build, simulate, and validate across the full development pipelines, establishing a common foundation for autonomous system workflows. Agents and software developers can use OpenUSD to:

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**Compose 3D scenes for simulation** : Physical AI workflows demand scene representations that hold up across sensors, environments, and edge cases. OpenUSD's extensible schemas and non-destructive layer model let teams iterate on complex sensor configurations and environments without rebuilding the pipeline every time requirements change.

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**Prepare assets to be simulation ready** : Deploying in physical AI simulations means knowing assets will behave as expected. Teams using the [SimReady](https://www.nvidia.com/en-us/glossary/simready/) framework can validate assets to meet the physical properties requirements needed.

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**Build on an industry-driven standard** : The Alliance for OpenUSD (AOUSD) advances OpenUSD through open governance, helping teams align today’s 3D workflows with the standard's evolution.

 
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## Get Started With OpenUSD

Choose the right starting point for your OpenUSD workflow: explore learning resources, access source code packages, or validate OpenUSD assets for physical AI workflows.

 ![Get Started with Learn OpenUSD](https://developer.download.nvidia.com/icons/m48-deep-learning-institute-usd.svg)

### Start Learning

Build practical OpenUSD expertise with NVIDIA’s free, open source Learn OpenUSD path—from core concepts to workflows, validation, and certification prep.

[Get Started With Learn OpenUSD](https://docs.nvidia.com/learn-openusd/latest/index.html)

 ![Develop with OpenUSD](https://developer.download.nvidia.com/icons/m48-binaries-usd.svg)

### Develop With OpenUSD

Access [OpenUSD source code on GitHub](https://github.com/PixarAnimationStudios/OpenUSD), install the [usd-core Python package from PyPI](https://pypi.org/project/usd-core/), or download available USD builds for supported platforms.

**Download USD 25.08, Python 3.12**

[For Windows](/downloads/usd/usd_binaries/25.08/usd.py312.windows-x86_64.usdview.release-v25.08.71e038c1.zip)      [For Linux](/downloads/usd/usd_binaries/25.08/usd.py312.manylinux_2_35_x86_64.usdview.release-v25.08.71e038c1.zip)

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 ![Develop with Omniverse Libraries](https://brand-assets.cne.ngc.nvidia.com/assets/marketing-icons/2.1.0/sample-scenes.svg)

### Build for Physical AI

Use [SimReady](https://www.nvidia.com/en-us/glossary/simready/) tools and skills to validate OpenUSD assets against requirements and profiles for supported physical AI simulation and agentic workflows.

[Explore SimReady Foundation](https://github.com/nvidia/simready-foundation)

_For current and archived USD builds, see the available downloads below. For broader build discussions, follow_ [AOUSD Build Interest Group](https://github.com/aousd/build-ig-initiatives/) _activity._

[NVIDIA Software License Agreement](https://www.nvidia.com/en-us/agreements/enterprise-software/nvidia-software-license-agreement/)

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[USD 25.05, Python 3.11 for Windows  
  
](https://developer.nvidia.com/downloads/USD/usd_binaries/25.05/usd.py311.windows-x86_64.usdview.release-0.25.05-25f3d3d8.zip)

- [USD 25.05, Python 3.11 for Linux  
](https://developer.nvidia.com/downloads/USD/usd_binaries/25.05/usd.py311.manylinux_2_35_x86_64.usdview.release@0.25.05-25f3d3d8.zip)

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## Alliance for OpenUSD

NVIDIA is a founding member of the Alliance for OpenUSD (AOUSD), an open, non-profit organization dedicated to the standardization, development, and growth of OpenUSD. Explore the [core specification](https://aousd.org/news/core-spec-announcement/) and participate through [working groups](https://aousd.org/working-groups/) or [interest groups](https://aousd.org/community/interest-groups/).

[Learn More About AOUSD    
  
](https://aousd.org/)

[Read More About Core Specification](https://aousd.org/uncategorized/core-spec-announcement/)

![](https://developer.download.nvidia.com/images/usd/AOUSD-Logo.png)

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## OpenUSD Learning Resources



| title | featured | x_formats | document_url | technologies | document_date | short_summary | document_title | learning_level | x_content_types |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Developers Build Fast and Reliable Robot Simulations with NVIDIA Omniverse Libraries | false | blog | https://developer.nvidia.com/blog/developers-build-fast-and-reliable-robot-simulations-with-nvidia-omniverse-libraries/ | Omniverse, OpenUSD | 2025-08-11T04:00:00.000Z | Build reliable robot simulations using updated Omniverse libraries and OpenUSD. | Developers Build Fast and Reliable Robot Simulations with NVIDIA Omniverse Libraries | Technical - Intermediate | Tutorial |
| Advancing Humanoid Robot Sight and Skill Development with NVIDIA Project GR00T | false | blog | https://developer.nvidia.com/blog/advancing-humanoid-robot-sight-and-skill-development-with-nvidia-project-gr00t/ | Omniverse, OpenUSD | 2024-11-06T05:00:00.000Z | Develop humanoid robot vision and skills using NVIDIA Project GR00T. | Advancing Humanoid Robot Sight and Skill Development with NVIDIA Project GR00T | Technical - Intermediate | Tutorial |
| An Introduction to AI-Based Robot Development with Isaac ROS | false | course | https://learn.nvidia.com/courses/course-detail?course_id=course-v1:DLI+S-OV-34+V1 | Omniverse, OpenUSD | 2025-01-13T05:00:00.000Z | Learn about NVIDIA Isaac, Isaac ROS, and NITROS for robotics. | An Introduction to AI-Based Robot Development with Isaac ROS | Technical - Beginner | Tutorial |
| Product Configurator Reference Architecture | false | webpage | https://docs.omniverse.nvidia.com/arch-diagrams/latest/ref-arch-diagrams/prod-config-diagram.html | Omniverse, OpenUSD | 2024-01-01T05:00:00.000Z | Reference architecture components for a product configurator application. | Product Configurator Reference Architecture | General Interest | Documentation |
| How to Build a Native OpenUSD XR Application | false | course | https://learn.nvidia.com/courses/course-detail?course_id=course-v1:DLI+S-OV-12+V1 | Omniverse, OpenUSD | 2024-01-01T05:00:00.000Z | Build XR applications using OpenUSD for accelerated development. | How to Build a Native OpenUSD XR Application | Technical - Beginner | Tutorial |
| SimReady Specifications | false | webpage | https://docs.omniverse.nvidia.com/simready/latest/index.html | Omniverse, OpenUSD | 2024-01-01T05:00:00.000Z | Reference the OpenUSD-based standard for 3D assets with metadata. | SimReady Specifications | General Interest | Documentation |
| USD Survival Guide | false | webpage | https://lucascheller.github.io/VFX-UsdSurvivalGuide/index.html | Omniverse, OpenUSD | 2024-01-01T05:00:00.000Z | Follow a practical onboarding guide to USD for software developers. | USD Survival Guide | Technical - Beginner | Tutorial |
| How to Build a Generative AI-Enabled Synthetic Data Pipeline for Perception-Based Physical AI | false | blog | https://developer.nvidia.com/blog/how-to-build-a-generative-ai-enabled-synthetic-data-pipeline-for-perception-ai/ | Omniverse, OpenUSD | 2025-01-06T05:00:00.000Z | Create a generative AI synthetic data pipeline for training physical AI models. | How to Build a Generative AI-Enabled Synthetic Data Pipeline for Perception-Based Physical AI | Technical - Intermediate | Tutorial |
| Building Spatial Intelligence from Real-World 3D Data Using Deep-Learning Framework fVDB | false | blog | https://developer.nvidia.com/blog/building-spatial-intelligence-from-real-world-3d-data-using-deep-learning-framework-fvdb/ | Omniverse, OpenUSD | 2024-07-29T04:00:00.000Z | Build spatial intelligence from 3D data using the fVDB deep learning framework. | Building Spatial Intelligence from Real-World 3D Data Using Deep-Learning Framework fVDB | Technical - Advanced | Tutorial |
| Build and Orchestrate End-to-End SDG Workflows with NVIDIA Isaac Sim and NVIDIA OSMO | false | blog | https://developer.nvidia.com/blog/build-synthetic-data-pipelines-to-train-smarter-robots-with-nvidia-isaac-sim/ | Omniverse, OpenUSD | 2026-01-07T05:00:00.000Z | Build end-to-end synthetic data generation workflows for robot training. | Build and Orchestrate End-to-End SDG Workflows with NVIDIA Isaac Sim and NVIDIA OSMO | Technical - Intermediate | Tutorial |
| How to Connect Real-Time IoT Data to Digital Twins for 3D Remote Monitoring | false | blog | https://developer.nvidia.com/blog/connect-real-time-iot-data-to-digital-twins-for-3d-remote-monitoring/ | Omniverse, OpenUSD | 2024-11-19T05:00:00.000Z | Integrate real-time IoT data into 3D digital twins for remote monitoring. | How to Connect Real-Time IoT Data to Digital Twins for 3D Remote Monitoring | Technical - Intermediate | Tutorial |
| Transferring Robot Learning Policies from Simulation to Reality | false | course | https://learn.nvidia.com/courses/course-detail?course_id=course-v1:DLI+S-OV-28+V1 | Omniverse, OpenUSD | 2025-01-13T05:00:00.000Z | Develop effective robot learning policies for sim-to-real transfer. | Transferring Robot Learning Policies from Simulation to Reality | Technical - Beginner | Tutorial |
| Factory Digital Twin Reference Architecture | false | webpage | https://docs.omniverse.nvidia.com/arch-diagrams/latest/ref-arch-diagrams/factory-dt-diagram.html | Omniverse, OpenUSD | 2024-01-01T05:00:00.000Z | Reference the workflow architecture for creating factory digital twins. | Factory Digital Twin Reference Architecture | General Interest | Documentation |
| Fundamentals of Working with OpenUSD for Creators | false | course | https://learn.nvidia.com/courses/course-detail?course_id=course-v1:DLI+S-OV-15+V1 | Omniverse, OpenUSD | 2024-01-01T05:00:00.000Z | Learn fundamental OpenUSD concepts for 3D content creation. | Fundamentals of Working with OpenUSD for Creators | Technical - Beginner | Tutorial |
| OpenUSD Conceptual Data Mapping | false | webpage | https://docs.omniverse.nvidia.com/usd/latest/technical_reference/conceptual_data_mapping/index.html | Omniverse, OpenUSD | 2024-01-01T05:00:00.000Z | Reference guidance for documenting data mappings to and from OpenUSD. | OpenUSD Conceptual Data Mapping | General Interest | Documentation |
| An Introduction to Robot Learning and Isaac Lab | false | course | https://learn.nvidia.com/courses/course-detail?course_id=course-v1:DLI+S-OV-36+V1 | Omniverse, OpenUSD | 2025-01-13T05:00:00.000Z | Explore fundamentals of robot learning with Isaac Lab. | An Introduction to Robot Learning and Isaac Lab | Technical - Beginner | Tutorial |
| Learn OpenUSD: Creating Composition Arcs | false | course | https://learn.nvidia.com/courses/course-detail?course_id=course-v1:DLI+S-OV-25+V1 | Omniverse, OpenUSD | 2025-01-13T05:00:00.000Z | Build modular 3D scenes using OpenUSD composition capabilities. | Learn OpenUSD: Creating Composition Arcs | Technical - Beginner | Tutorial |
| Train a Quadruped Locomotion Policy and Simulate Cloth Manipulation with NVIDIA Isaac Lab and Newton | false | blog | https://developer.nvidia.com/blog/train-a-quadruped-locomotion-policy-and-simulate-cloth-manipulation-with-nvidia-isaac-lab-and-newton/ | Omniverse, OpenUSD | 2025-09-29T04:00:00.000Z | Train locomotion policies and simulate cloth manipulation using Isaac Lab. | Train a Quadruped Locomotion Policy and Simulate Cloth Manipulation with NVIDIA Isaac Lab and Newton | Technical - Intermediate | Tutorial |
| Build OpenUSD Applications for the Cloud with NVIDIA Omniverse Kit 106 | false | blog | https://developer.nvidia.com/blog/build-openusd-applications-for-the-cloud-with-nvidia-omniverse-kit-106-milestone-release/ | Omniverse, OpenUSD | 2024-06-13T04:00:00.000Z | Build cloud-deployed OpenUSD applications using Omniverse Kit SDK. | Build OpenUSD Applications for the Cloud with NVIDIA Omniverse Kit 106 | Technical - Intermediate | Tutorial |
| Using OpenUSD for Modular and Scalable Robotic Simulation and Development | false | blog | https://developer.nvidia.com/blog/using-openusd-for-modular-and-scalable-robotic-simulation-and-deployment/ | Omniverse, OpenUSD | 2025-03-18T04:00:00.000Z | Build modular robotic simulations using OpenUSD and NVIDIA tools. | Using OpenUSD for Modular and Scalable Robotic Simulation and Development | Technical - Intermediate | Tutorial |
| What You Need to Know about OpenUSD Core Specification 1.0 | true | webpage | https://aousd.org/blog/foundations-of-open-3d-development-introducing-aousd-core-specification-1-0/ | Omniverse, OpenUSD | 2024-10-01T04:00:00.000Z | Understand the open standard for 3D content creation and data interchange. | What You Need to Know about OpenUSD Core Specification 1.0 | General Interest | Overview |
| Designing AI Factories Using OpenUSD and SimReady Assets | false | blog | https://developer.nvidia.com/blog/designing-ai-factories-using-openusd-and-simready-assets/ | Omniverse, OpenUSD | 2025-05-18T04:00:00.000Z | Build AI factory digital twins using OpenUSD schemas and SimReady assets. | Designing AI Factories Using OpenUSD and SimReady Assets | Technical - Intermediate | Tutorial |
| Leveraging ROS 2 and Hardware-in-the-Loop in Isaac Sim | false | course | https://learn.nvidia.com/courses/course-detail?course_id=course-v1:DLI+S-OV-32+V1 | Omniverse, OpenUSD | 2025-01-13T05:00:00.000Z | Bridge simulation and real-world robotics with ROS 2 and Jetson. | Leveraging ROS 2 and Hardware-in-the-Loop in Isaac Sim | Technical - Beginner | Tutorial |
| Learn OpenUSD: Developing Data Exchange Pipelines | false | course | https://learn.nvidia.com/courses/course-detail?course_id=course-v1:DLI+S-OV-26+V1 | Omniverse, OpenUSD | 2025-01-13T05:00:00.000Z | Create Python conversion scripts and asset validation for 3D pipelines. | Learn OpenUSD: Developing Data Exchange Pipelines | Technical - Beginner | Tutorial |
| Omniverse USD Connectors | false | webpage | https://catalog.ngc.nvidia.com/orgs/nvidia/teams/omniverse/collections/omni_connectors | Omniverse, OpenUSD | 2024-01-01T05:00:00.000Z | Import and export OpenUSD data between DCC apps and Omniverse Nucleus. | Omniverse USD Connectors | Technical - Intermediate | Documentation |
| Omniverse Kit SDK | false | webpage | https://catalog.ngc.nvidia.com/orgs/nvidia/teams/omniverse/collections/ov-kit-sdk | Omniverse, OpenUSD | 2024-01-01T05:00:00.000Z | Access SDKs and APIs for building OpenUSD-based physical AI solutions. | Omniverse Kit SDK | Technical - Intermediate | Documentation |
| What is USD: A Primer | false | video | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yp_TRVD3wjQ | Omniverse, OpenUSD | 2023-01-01T05:00:00.000Z | Learn about OpenUSD and how to implement it in your studio. | What is USD: A Primer | Technical - Beginner | Overview |
| Building a 3D Product Configurator with USD and Omniverse | false | course | https://learn.nvidia.com/courses/course-detail?course_id=course-v1:DLI+S-OV-14+V1 | Omniverse, OpenUSD | 2024-01-01T05:00:00.000Z | Build a real-time product configurator using OpenUSD in Omniverse. | Building a 3D Product Configurator with USD and Omniverse | Technical - Beginner | Tutorial |
| How to Build OpenUSD Applications for Digital Twins | false | course | https://learn.nvidia.com/courses/course-detail?course_id=course-v1:DLI+S-OV-13+V1 | Omniverse, OpenUSD | 2024-01-01T05:00:00.000Z | Develop 3D applications for industrial digital twins using OpenUSD. | How to Build OpenUSD Applications for Digital Twins | Technical - Beginner | Tutorial |
| Using Python to Automate 3D Workflows with OpenUSD | false | blog | https://developer.nvidia.com/blog/using-python-to-automate-3d-workflows-with-openusd/ | Omniverse, OpenUSD | 2025-05-07T04:00:00.000Z | Build Python scripts to automate 3D workflows using OpenUSD APIs. | Using Python to Automate 3D Workflows with OpenUSD | General Interest | Tutorial |
| Pixar's Universal Scene Description Documentation | false | webpage | https://openusd.org/release/index.html | Omniverse, OpenUSD | 2024-01-01T05:00:00.000Z | Reference the official OpenUSD documentation from Pixar. | Pixar's Universal Scene Description Documentation | General Interest | Documentation |
| End-to-End Configurator Example Guide | false | webpage | https://docs.omniverse.nvidia.com/auto-config/latest/index.html | Omniverse, OpenUSD | 2024-01-01T05:00:00.000Z | Create an interactive photorealistic product configurator. | End-to-End Configurator Example Guide | General Interest | How-to |
| Omniverse Developer Guide | false | webpage | https://docs.omniverse.nvidia.com/dev-guide/latest/index.html | Omniverse, OpenUSD | 2024-01-01T05:00:00.000Z | Explore step-by-step guidance for Omniverse projects from build to deployment. | Omniverse Developer Guide | General Interest | Documentation |
| OpenUSD Exchange SDK | true | webpage | https://docs.omniverse.nvidia.com/usd/code-docs/usd-exchange-sdk/latest/index.html | OpenUSD | 2024-01-01T05:00:00.000Z | Design USD I/O solutions for consistent assets across 3D ecosystems. | OpenUSD Exchange SDK | Technical - Intermediate | Documentation |
| OpenUSD Code Samples | false | webpage | https://docs.omniverse.nvidia.com/dev-guide/latest/programmer_ref/usd.html | Omniverse, OpenUSD | 2024-01-01T05:00:00.000Z | Study code samples and snippets for OpenUSD indexed by topic. | OpenUSD Code Samples | General Interest | Samples |
| Learn OpenUSD: Custom Schemas | false | video | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-iCUjNk2aiA | Omniverse, OpenUSD | 2024-02-29T05:00:00.000Z | Learn how developers use USD custom schemas to represent virtual worlds. | Learn OpenUSD: Custom Schemas | Technical - Intermediate | Tutorial |
| Principles of Scalable Asset Structure | false | webpage | https://docs.omniverse.nvidia.com/usd/latest/learn-openusd/independent/asset-structure-principles.html | Omniverse, OpenUSD | 2024-01-01T05:00:00.000Z | Learn scalable asset structure principles in OpenUSD for teams. | Principles of Scalable Asset Structure | Technical - Beginner | How-to |
| Modularity and Content Reuse Best Practices | false | webpage | https://docs.omniverse.nvidia.com/usd/latest/learn-openusd/independent/modularity-guide.html | Omniverse, OpenUSD | 2024-01-01T05:00:00.000Z | Apply best practices for reusable assets and instancing in USD. | Modularity and Content Reuse Best Practices | General Interest | How-to |
| OpenUSD: da Vinci's Workshop Dataset | false | webpage | https://docs.omniverse.nvidia.com/usd/latest/usd_content_samples/davinci_workshop.html | Omniverse, OpenUSD | 2024-01-01T05:00:00.000Z | Study a full USD film-making production pipeline through this environment. | OpenUSD: da Vinci's Workshop Dataset | General Interest | Samples |
| OpenUSD: Residential Lobby Dataset | false | webpage | https://docs.omniverse.nvidia.com/usd/latest/usd_content_samples/sample_content.html | Omniverse, OpenUSD | 2024-01-01T05:00:00.000Z | Study USD composition arcs through an architectural environment project. | OpenUSD: Residential Lobby Dataset | General Interest | Samples |
| Learn OpenUSD: Composition and Layering | false | video | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zRyKI55qEZY | Omniverse, OpenUSD | 2024-02-29T05:00:00.000Z | Learn about the OpenUSD composition engine and non-destructive assembly. | Learn OpenUSD: Composition and Layering | Technical - Intermediate | Tutorial |
| Learn OpenUSD: Connecting Any Data Source | false | video | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VMpwpUvaXSU | Omniverse, OpenUSD | 2024-02-29T05:00:00.000Z | Learn how OpenUSD enables data from different tools in the same scene. | Learn OpenUSD: Connecting Any Data Source | Technical - Advanced | Tutorial |
| OpenUSD Product Configurator Guide | false | webpage | https://docs.omniverse.nvidia.com/usd-pcg/latest/index.html | Omniverse, OpenUSD | 2024-01-01T05:00:00.000Z | Set up USD content for a custom 3D product configurator. | OpenUSD Product Configurator Guide | General Interest | How-to |
| usdview User Documentation | false | webpage | https://docs.omniverse.nvidia.com/usd/latest/usdview/index.html | Omniverse, OpenUSD | 2024-01-01T05:00:00.000Z | Reference Pixar's usdview tool for viewing and navigating USD stages. | usdview User Documentation | General Interest | Documentation |
| Units in USD | false | webpage | https://docs.omniverse.nvidia.com/usd/latest/learn-openusd/independent/units.html | Omniverse, OpenUSD | 2024-01-01T05:00:00.000Z | Understand how units are defined in USD for composing stages. | Units in USD | General Interest | Documentation |
| OpenUSD Source Code | false | code | https://github.com/PixarAnimationStudios/OpenUSD | Omniverse, OpenUSD | 2024-01-01T05:00:00.000Z | Study the open-source OpenUSD repository maintained by Pixar. | OpenUSD Source Code | General Interest | Samples |
| Developing an AI Background Generator with NIM | false | course | https://learn.nvidia.com/courses/course-detail?course_id=course-v1:DLI+S-OV-18+V1 | Omniverse, OpenUSD | 2024-01-01T05:00:00.000Z | Develop an Omniverse extension for generating backgrounds from text using NIM. | Developing an AI Background Generator with NIM | Technical - Intermediate | Tutorial |
| Generative AI Reference Architecture | false | webpage | https://docs.omniverse.nvidia.com/arch-diagrams/latest/ref-arch-diagrams/gen-ai-diagram.html | Omniverse, OpenUSD | 2024-01-01T05:00:00.000Z | Reference NIM microservice architecture for AI-generated visual content. | Generative AI Reference Architecture | General Interest | Documentation |
| RTX Best Practices for Realtime Configurators | false | webpage | https://docs.omniverse.nvidia.com/guide_rtx-best-practices/latest/index.html | Omniverse, OpenUSD | 2024-01-01T05:00:00.000Z | Optimize real-time ray tracing with lighting, materials, and rendering. | RTX Best Practices for Realtime Configurators | General Interest | How-to |
| Generative AI for Digital Twins Guide | false | webpage | https://docs.omniverse.nvidia.com/guide-sdg/latest/index.html | Omniverse, OpenUSD | 2024-01-01T05:00:00.000Z | Create and augment digital twins using NIM containers and generative AI. | Generative AI for Digital Twins Guide | General Interest | How-to |
| OpenUSD Series: Four Superpowers to Get You Started | true | video | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1RnTSZK9SwM | OpenUSD | 2024-02-29T05:00:00.000Z | Explore four key OpenUSD features that unlock new 3D workflow possibilities. | OpenUSD Series: Four Superpowers to Get You Started | Technical - Beginner | Overview |
| Learn OpenUSD Learning Path | true | webpage | https://docs.nvidia.com/learn-openusd/latest/index.html | Omniverse, OpenUSD | 2025-01-13T05:00:00.000Z | Master OpenUSD skills for efficient 3D workflows through this free path. | Learn OpenUSD Learning Path | Technical - Beginner | Learning-path |
| USD Python API Documentation | false | webpage | https://docs.omniverse.nvidia.com/kit/docs/pxr-usd-api | Omniverse, OpenUSD | 2024-01-01T05:00:00.000Z | Reference API documentation for developing with the USD Python framework. | USD Python API Documentation | General Interest | Documentation |
| A USD Primer for Artists | false | video | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SaBXE4yQetk | Omniverse, OpenUSD | 2023-01-01T05:00:00.000Z | Understand what USD is and why it matters for 3D creators. | A USD Primer for Artists | Technical - Beginner | Overview |
| Pixar's USD Tutorials | false | webpage | https://openusd.org/release/tut_usd_tutorials.html | Omniverse, OpenUSD | 2024-01-01T05:00:00.000Z | Explore the official USD tutorials from Pixar on GitHub. | Pixar's USD Tutorials | General Interest | Tutorial |
| What is OpenUSD? | true | webpage | https://www.nvidia.com/en-us/glossary/openusd/ | OpenUSD | 2024-01-01T05:00:00.000Z | Learn about OpenUSD's components that accelerate 3D workflows. | What is OpenUSD? | General Interest | Overview |
| Learn OpenUSD: Asset Structure Principles and Content Aggregation | false | course | https://learn.nvidia.com/courses/course-detail?course_id=course-v1:DLI+S-OV-33+V1 | Omniverse, OpenUSD | 2025-01-13T05:00:00.000Z | Organize asset structures in OpenUSD for scalable 3D scenes. | Learn OpenUSD: Asset Structure Principles and Content Aggregation | Technical - Beginner | Tutorial |
| Synthetic Data Generation for Perception Model Training in Isaac Sim | false | course | https://learn.nvidia.com/courses/course-detail?course_id=course-v1:DLI+S-OV-30+V1 | Omniverse, OpenUSD | 2025-01-13T05:00:00.000Z | Train perception models using synthetic data generation. | Synthetic Data Generation for Perception Model Training in Isaac Sim | Technical - Beginner | Tutorial |
| Ingesting Robot Assets and Simulating Your Robot in Isaac Sim | false | course | https://learn.nvidia.com/courses/course-detail?course_id=course-v1:DLI+S-OV-29+V1 | Omniverse, OpenUSD | 2025-01-13T05:00:00.000Z | Import robotic assets, add sensors, and run simulations. | Ingesting Robot Assets and Simulating Your Robot in Isaac Sim | Technical - Beginner | Tutorial |
| Getting Started: Simulating Your First Robot in Isaac Sim | false | course | https://learn.nvidia.com/courses/course-detail?course_id=course-v1:DLI+S-OV-27+V1 | Omniverse, OpenUSD | 2025-01-13T05:00:00.000Z | Set up and simulate your first robot using NVIDIA Isaac Sim. | Getting Started: Simulating Your First Robot in Isaac Sim | Technical - Beginner | Tutorial |
| Developing Robots with Software-in-the-Loop in Isaac Sim | false | course | https://learn.nvidia.com/courses/course-detail?course_id=course-v1:DLI+S-OV-31+V1 | Omniverse, OpenUSD | 2025-01-13T05:00:00.000Z | Build robotics software using SIL with Isaac Sim and ROS 2. | Developing Robots with Software-in-the-Loop in Isaac Sim | Technical - Beginner | Tutorial |
| Building CAD to USD Workflows with NVIDIA Omniverse | false | blog | https://developer.nvidia.com/blog/building-cad-to-usd-workflows-with-nvidia-omniverse/ | Omniverse, OpenUSD | 2025-07-29T04:00:00.000Z | Convert proprietary CAD formats to OpenUSD using Omniverse tools. | Building CAD to USD Workflows with NVIDIA Omniverse | Technical - Intermediate | Tutorial |
| A Beginner's Guide to Autonomous Robots | false | course | https://learn.nvidia.com/courses/course-detail?course_id=course-v1:DLI+S-OV-35+V1 | Omniverse, OpenUSD | 2025-01-13T05:00:00.000Z | Explore an introduction to autonomous robots and robotic systems. | A Beginner's Guide to Autonomous Robots | Technical - Beginner | Tutorial |
| How to Use OpenUSD | false | blog | https://developer.nvidia.com/blog/how-to-use-openusd/ | Omniverse, OpenUSD | 2025-01-30T05:00:00.000Z | Learn the OpenUSD framework for composing, editing, and rendering 3D worlds. | How to Use OpenUSD | Technical - Beginner | Tutorial |
| USD Plugin Samples | false | code | https://github.com/NVIDIA-Omniverse/usd-plugin-samples | Omniverse, OpenUSD | 2024-01-01T05:00:00.000Z | Study sample code for authoring different kinds of USD plugins. | USD Plugin Samples | General Interest | Samples |
| USD Cookbook | false | code | https://github.com/ColinKennedy/USD-Cookbook | Omniverse, OpenUSD | 2024-01-01T05:00:00.000Z | Study a collection of USD sample projects highlighting core features. | USD Cookbook | General Interest | Samples |
| Transforming Microsoft XLS and PPT Files into a Factory Digital Twin with OpenUSD | false | blog | https://developer.nvidia.com/blog/transforming-microsoft-xls-and-ppt-files-into-a-factory-digital-twin-with-openusd/ | Omniverse, OpenUSD | 2024-06-26T04:00:00.000Z | Convert Microsoft files into factory digital twins using OpenUSD. | Transforming Microsoft XLS and PPT Files into a Factory Digital Twin with OpenUSD | Technical - Intermediate | Tutorial |
| A Beginner's Guide to Simulating and Testing Robots with ROS 2 and NVIDIA Isaac Sim | false | blog | https://developer.nvidia.com/blog/a-beginners-guide-to-simulating-and-testing-robots-with-ros-2-and-nvidia-isaac-sim/ | Omniverse, OpenUSD | 2024-10-22T04:00:00.000Z | Simulate and test robots using ROS 2 and NVIDIA Isaac Sim. | A Beginner's Guide to Simulating and Testing Robots with ROS 2 and NVIDIA Isaac Sim | Technical - Beginner | Tutorial |
| Building Custom Robot Simulations with Wandelbots NOVA and NVIDIA Isaac Sim | false | blog | https://developer.nvidia.com/blog/building-custom-robot-simulations-with-wandelbots-nova-and-nvidia-isaac-sim/ | Omniverse, OpenUSD | 2024-11-07T05:00:00.000Z | Build custom robot simulations integrating Wandelbots NOVA with Isaac Sim. | Building Custom Robot Simulations with Wandelbots NOVA and NVIDIA Isaac Sim | Technical - Intermediate | Tutorial |
| How to Instantly Render Real-World Scenes in Interactive Simulation | false | blog | https://developer.nvidia.com/blog/how-to-instantly-render-real-world-scenes-in-interactive-simulation/ | Omniverse, OpenUSD | 2025-08-11T04:00:00.000Z | Reconstruct real-world environments into interactive simulations using Omniverse NuRec. | How to Instantly Render Real-World Scenes in Interactive Simulation | Technical - Intermediate | Tutorial |
| 3 Easy Ways to Supercharge Your Robotics Development Using OpenUSD | false | blog | https://developer.nvidia.com/blog/3-easy-ways-to-supercharge-your-robotics-development-using-openusd/ | Omniverse, OpenUSD | 2025-09-29T04:00:00.000Z | Apply three OpenUSD techniques to accelerate physics-accurate robot simulation. | 3 Easy Ways to Supercharge Your Robotics Development Using OpenUSD | Technical - Beginner | Tutorial |
| Fast-Track Robot Learning in Simulation Using NVIDIA Isaac Lab | false | blog | https://developer.nvidia.com/blog/fast-track-robot-learning-in-simulation-using-nvidia-isaac-lab/ | Omniverse, OpenUSD | 2024-07-29T04:00:00.000Z | Accelerate robot learning and skill development using NVIDIA Isaac Lab simulation. | Fast-Track Robot Learning in Simulation Using NVIDIA Isaac Lab | Technical - Intermediate | Tutorial |
| Developing Product Configurators with OpenUSD | false | blog | https://developer.nvidia.com/blog/developing-product-configurators-with-openusd/ | Omniverse, OpenUSD | 2024-07-24T04:00:00.000Z | Build product configurator solutions using OpenUSD pipelines. | Developing Product Configurators with OpenUSD | Technical - Intermediate | Tutorial |
| NVIDIA OpenUSD Tutorials and Examples | false | code | https://github.com/NVIDIA-Omniverse/USD-Tutorials-And-Examples | Omniverse, OpenUSD | 2025-01-01T05:00:00.000Z | Study NVIDIA's collection of OpenUSD educational materials and examples. | NVIDIA OpenUSD Tutorials and Examples | Technical - Beginner | Tutorial |
| USD Search API | false | webpage | https://catalog.ngc.nvidia.com/orgs/nvidia/teams/usdsearch/collections/usdsearch | Omniverse, OpenUSD | 2025-01-01T05:00:00.000Z | Search OpenUSD data, 3D models, and assets using text or image inputs. | USD Search API | Technical - Intermediate | Documentation |
| Integrate Generative AI into OpenUSD Workflows Using New NVIDIA Omniverse Developer Tools | false | blog | https://developer.nvidia.com/blog/integrate-generative-ai-into-openusd-workflows-using-new-nvidia-omniverse-developer-tools/ | Omniverse, OpenUSD | 2024-07-29T04:00:00.000Z | Integrate generative AI into OpenUSD workflows using Omniverse developer tools. | Integrate Generative AI into OpenUSD Workflows Using New NVIDIA Omniverse Developer Tools | Technical - Intermediate | Tutorial |
| Developing Virtual Factory Solutions with OpenUSD and NVIDIA Omniverse | false | blog | https://developer.nvidia.com/blog/developing-virtual-factory-solutions-with-openusd-and-nvidia-omniverse/ | Omniverse, OpenUSD | 2024-04-22T04:00:00.000Z | Build virtual factory solutions using OpenUSD and NVIDIA Omniverse ecosystem. | Developing Virtual Factory Solutions with OpenUSD and NVIDIA Omniverse | Technical - Intermediate | Tutorial |
| Get Started With Universal Scene Description | true | webpage | https://developer.nvidia.com/openusd | OpenUSD | 2023-12-30T00:00:00.000Z | Explore NVIDIA's OpenUSD developer hub for tools, SDKs, and resources. | Get Started With Universal Scene Description | General Interest | Overview |
| USD Code API | false | webpage | https://catalog.ngc.nvidia.com/orgs/nvidia/teams/omniverse-usdcode/collections/usdcode | Omniverse | 2025-01-01T05:00:00.000Z | Query OpenUSD knowledge and generate USD-Python code with this LLM. | USD Code API | Technical - Intermediate | Documentation |

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