Mind mapping software is one of those tools that sounds like productivity theatre until you actually use it for a complex project. When you are planning a build across multiple sims, structuring an exhibition, or mapping out a collaborative project with several contributors, being able to see the whole thing laid out visually is worth … Read more
gimp.org GIMP (GNU Image Manipulation Program) is the free alternative to Photoshop, and it is genuinely capable. It handles layers, masks, filters, colour correction, retouching, and batch processing. It supports JPEG, PNG, TIFF, PSD, and its own native XCF format. It runs on Windows, Mac, and Linux. The honest assessment: GIMP can do most of … Read more
blender.org Blender is the 3D modelling software I use for mesh creation in Second Life. It is free, open-source, and runs on Windows, Mac, and Linux. It is also, if we are being honest, one of the most intimidating pieces of software you will ever open for the first time. The interface looks like the … Read more