Volu

Volu is a spatial development hub that makes it easier for developers to build for the spatial web by letting them inspect, debug and modify code right in their headset. The tool is designed to speed up the development process and make it more accessible by letting developers test and refine projects in a more immersive environment.

Some of its features include:

• Console: Shows errors and warnings like THREE.TextureLoader and THREE.ShaderMaterial.
• Inspect: Provides detailed information about object positions, rotations and entities.
• Magic Discovery: Sets up a secure, local peer-to-peer connection between VSCode and the headset so you don't need to worry about IP and certificates.
• Develop Faster: Inspect Three.js objects, check performance and see console logs all in one place.
• Last-Mile Editing: Modify code right in the headset while debugging.

Volu is geared for developers building spatial web projects, in particular those using Three.js. It can speed up testing by integrating with VSCode, and team members can collaborate directly in the headset. You can share links or publish to your own domain, and the service is optimized for 3D asset storage.

To start, you can install the VSCode extension and access the tool through the Quest app on your headset. For updates and a look under the hood, Volu operates a Discord community where you can follow along and ask questions about daily progress.

Published on July 10, 2024