Blog

We write about project management, version control, pipeline tools and python. Even though Anchorpoint is described in these articles, we try to keep the content neutral. Many workflows can also be implemented with other software solutions.

Git vs Perforce for game development

A comparison to help you choose the right version control system when working on an Unreal or Unity project.

Matthäus Niedoba
February 2, 2023
5
min read

How to collaborate in Unreal Engine 5

An explanation of source control for artists, focusing on Git and Unreal Engine 5.

Matthäus Niedoba
January 12, 2023
9
min read

How to map a folder to a drive letter on Windows

Overcome the Windows path length limit, fix issues with linked files and avoid long browsing times by mapping a commonly used folder to a drive letter.

Matthäus Niedoba
December 1, 2022
3
min read

Version control using Git and Azure DevOps

In this article we will set up a Git server on Azure DevOps, that will be the source of truth for your next game project

Matthäus Niedoba
November 9, 2022
6
min read

Remote workflows for creative teams

In this article, we'll take a look at asset management for remote workflows. We will look at Google Drive, Notion, and Frame.io, as well as Anchorpoint, which is a media asset manager.

Matthäus Niedoba
October 26, 2022
9
min read

Build a UI for Stable Diffusion

How to build a UI for a Stable Diffusion texture generator using Python and Replicate on Windows and macOS

Matthäus Niedoba
October 21, 2022
15
min read

Change the audio in a video file

Add or remove audio (e.g. music) in a video without re-encoding, fully offline.

Jochen Hunz
October 7, 2022
4
min read

Introducing the Professional plan

A new pricing plan specifically for freelancers

Matthäus Niedoba
October 3, 2022
5
min read

Say hello to Anchorpoint 1.0

Everything about the launch of the production version and the end of the beta phase.

Matthäus Niedoba
August 5, 2022
5
min read

Convert an image sequence to mp4 video

How to convert an EXR or PNG image sequence to mp4 videos for free using Anchorpoint, fully offline.

Matthäus Niedoba
July 18, 2022
3
min read

A cloud NAS for your VFX assets

How to set up a cloud NAS for all your studios assets that acts like a local server using Backblaze B2

Matthäus Niedoba
June 27, 2022
6
min read

Choosing a Git provider for Unreal projects in 2022

What you should take into account when choosing a Git hosting provider for your next Unreal project.

Matthäus Niedoba
June 3, 2022
9
min read

How we got an Epic Mega Grant

How we composed our application and insights, that can help you when applying for Epic Mega Grant to fund your next project.

Matthäus Niedoba
May 24, 2022
5
min read

Automate folder structures and naming conventions

Create reusable templates for your project and folder structures. Setup naming conventions, so you never have to rename a file or folder again.

Matthäus Niedoba
April 19, 2022
6
min read

Git with Unreal Engine 5

75GB in one commit. In this guide, we will have a look at how well Git is suited for collaboration and version control with Unreal Engine 5.

Matthäus Niedoba
January 25, 2023
7
min read

Setting Up a self-hosted Git-Server

In this article, we will set up a Git-Server on a NAS available on a local network. For the server we will use Gitea, which we will installed via Docker on a QNAP NAS.

Dennis Schlösser
August 27, 2021
30
min read

Version control for the creative industry

The benefits of using version control as a cornerstone of your creation process

Matthäus Niedoba
January 15, 2021
4
min read