How do you work with other VR developers remotely?

1 Choose a common platform

One of the first steps to work with other VR developers remotely is to choose a common platform for your project. A platform is a software or hardware system that enables you to create, test, and deploy VR applications. There are many platforms available, such as Unity, Unreal Engine, WebXR, Oculus, SteamVR, and more. Each platform has its own advantages and disadvantages, such as features, performance, compatibility, and documentation. You should choose a platform that suits your project goals, your team's skills, and your target audience.

2 Use version control

Version control is a system that tracks and manages changes to your project files. It allows you to collaborate on the same code, assets, and scenes without overwriting or losing each other's work. It also helps you to revert to previous versions, resolve conflicts, and backup your project. There are many version control tools available, such as Git, SVN, Mercurial, and more. You should use a version control tool that integrates well with your chosen platform, your team's workflow, and your preferred hosting service.

3 Communicate regularly

Communication is key to any successful remote collaboration. You need to communicate regularly with your team members, share your progress, ask for feedback, and solve problems. You should use a communication tool that allows you to chat, call, and video conference with your team. Some examples are Slack, Discord, Zoom, and Skype. You should also establish a communication protocol, such as when to communicate, how to communicate, and what to communicate.

4 Coordinate tasks

Coordination is another essential aspect of remote collaboration. You need to coordinate tasks with your team members, assign roles and responsibilities, set deadlines and milestones, and monitor the project status. You should use a coordination tool that allows you to create, manage, and track tasks. Some examples are Trello, Asana, Jira, and GitHub. You should also follow a coordination method, such as agile, scrum, or kanban.

5 Test and debug

Testing and debugging are crucial steps to ensure the quality and functionality of your VR project. You need to test and debug your project with your team members, identify and fix errors, and optimize performance. You should use a testing and debugging tool that allows you to run, inspect, and modify your project in VR. Some examples are Visual Studio, Xcode, Android Studio, and Oculus Developer Hub. You should also follow a testing and debugging process, such as unit testing, integration testing, and user testing.

6 Share and showcase

The final step to work with other VR developers remotely is to share and showcase your project. You need to share and showcase your project with your team members, your clients, your users, and your peers. You should use a sharing and showcasing tool that allows you to publish, distribute, and promote your project in VR. Some examples are Steam, Oculus Store, SideQuest, and WebXR. You should also follow a sharing and showcasing strategy, such as marketing, branding, and networking.

7 Here’s what else to consider

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