Plane Detection and 3D Object Placement in AR Foundation

Augmented reality is transforming how we interact with the digital world, but creating realistic AR experiences requires understanding how to align virtual objects with the physical environment. This text-based course guides you through the core principles of AR development, teaching you how to detect real-world surfaces and anchor interactive 3D elements to them. What you'll learn: • Understand the core terminology of AR, including tracking, session states, and spatial mapping. • Configure Unity and AR Foundation for cross-platform mobile AR development. • Detect horizontal and vertical planes in real-world environments. • Implement raycasting to place and manipulate 3D objects on detected surfaces. • Optimize AR performance and handle tracking losses gracefully. You will start with the essential definitions of augmented reality before moving on to setting up your environment, detecting surfaces, and scripting interactive object placement. This course is designed for beginners eager to enter the world of AR development; no prior experience with AR tools is required. Start reading today to build your first interactive mobile AR experience.