Welcome to Houdini

Use Edit > Open help browser at startup to control whether this page appears when Houdini starts up.

Online help

On the web

  • Learning roadmap

    This page on the Side Effects Software Inc. website links to all the various resources available for learning Houdini.

  • Video tutorials

    These videos go beyon the introductory videos to show more complex techniques.

  • Houdini training

    Information about Houdini classes and training schedules.

  • Learning materials

    Information about purchasing books, DVDs, and other learning materials.

  • Apprentice blog

    A blog with information for new Houdini users.

  • Old school blog

    A blog with information for the hardcore Houdini veteren, and those who want to become one.

Transition guides

  • Maya to Houdini transition guide

    Learn the basic differences between user interface concepts, terms, and hotkeys in the two packages.

  • Houdini 8 to Houdini 9 transition guide

    Important differences and improvements between Houdini 8 and Houdini 9’s user interface and workflows, as well as a few tips for Houdini 8 users to make Houdini 9 seem a little more familiar.