Pre-Requisites for Flow SDK Setup

Embarking on your journey with Flow SDK requires a few initial setups to ensure a smooth and efficient development process. Here’s what you need to have in place:

Unity Editor Setup

Unity Version: Ensure you have Unity 2021.3.29f downloaded. This version is optimized for compatibility with the Flow SDK.
Android Developer Tools: During the installation of Unity, include the Android Developer tools. These are essential for building and testing Android applications.

Essential Unity Packages

Flow SDK leverages several Unity packages to function correctly. Please ensure these packages are acquired before proceeding:

Best HTTP: An essential package for robust HTTP/HTTPS operations. It provides a powerful and flexible HTTP networking library, crucial for seamless online connectivity and data handling.
Final IK (RootMotion): This package is a comprehensive set of tools for implementing Inverse Kinematics in your VR applications. It allows for more natural and realistic movements of characters and objects.
Highlight Plus (URP): A key tool for visually emphasizing certain elements within your VR environment. It's great for directing user attention or indicating interactive objects.
Photon PUN2: This is the backbone for multiplayer functionalities within the Flow SDK, offering a reliable and scalable framework for real-time multiplayer games and applications.

By setting up these pre-requisites, you’re paving the way for a successful and efficient development experience with the Flow SDK.

Photon ID Keys

If you’re new to Photon, you'll need to register and create a project there to receive your Photon IDs (PUN/Chat/Voice). This can be by creating an app at: https://dashboard.photonengine.com/.

The create a new application page in photon

Make sure to select PUN on the Photon SDK dropdown.

Google API Keys

Effective localization in Flow SDK leverages two crucial Google Cloud Platform services. Here’s a quick rundown:

Text To Speech: Obtain an API key for Google's TTS service, which brings your scenarios to life by vocalizing text content.
Translate: Secure an API key for Google Translate to effortlessly adapt your scenarios into over 50 languages, ensuring global accessibility.

Register for these services to receive your respective API keys, essential for seamless integration.

Install Git

Ensure git is installed so you can pull the packages into your project correctly.