Programmer’s Guide to Gem Development

Section topics

TopicDescription
Gem ModulesAn overview of the Open 3D Engine Gem system and module loader.
Create an O3DE GemLearn how to create your own O3DE Gems.
Code GemsLearn about the code components of a Gem, where Gems integrate features to the O3DE Editor or your runtime projects.
TopicDescription
Gems in Open 3D EngineLearn about the Gems that extend O3DE.
Gem Versioning and CompatibilityLearn about Gem versioning and compatibility.

Overview

An overview of the Open 3D Engine Gem system and module loader.

Create an O3DE Gem

Learn about the requirements for creating a component to use with the Open 3D Engine Gem system.

Code Gems

An overview of Code Gems in Open 3D Engine.

Gem Manifest File

Learn about the format and structure of the manifest file that defines Open 3D Engine Gems.

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