Intro to Materials: material editor, inputs, parameters, and instances

Shaders for VFX
Using math nodes to create dynamic visuals
Setting up materials for Niagara integration

Niagara Essentials
Understanding the Niagara stack model: stages, modules, renderers
Working with user parameters and creating reusable systems

Bringing it all together: create two VFX step-by-step — a bonfire and a tornado
Mentor feedback, polish, and next steps for your VFX journey