JUCE is the most widely used framework for audio applications and plug-in development. It is an open source C++ codebase that can be used to create standalone software on Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS and Android, as well as VST, VST3, AU, AUv3, AAX and LV2 plug-ins. Initially released in 2004, JUCE allows software developers to have a single project deployed across all major desktop and mobile operating systems, and all popular plug-in formats. Its open-source C++ codebase streamlines development, allowing creators to focus on the core elements of their software. As a key player in the audio software developer community, JUCE, a wholly-owned subsidiary of PACE Anti-Piracy, hosts the annual Audio Developer Conference (ADC), fostering skill development and collaboration.
"JUCE 8 is a significant step forward," states Tom Poole, Director of JUCE. "The improvements to UI design workflows, rendering performance, and text handling have been among our most requested features, and JUCE 8 will deliver on all fronts. Whether you're updating an existing project or creating something new, JUCE 8 will take your software to the next level."
JUCE 8 Highlights will include:
- Webview GUIs: JUCE 8 will introduce the ability to design and deploy GUIs using native embedded web views on each platform. This empowers designers to iterate on GUIs in real time, leveraging industry-standard workflows and the latest web technologies.
- Direct2D Renderer: A new Direct2D-based renderer on Windows will provide a faster, GPU-accelerated rendering backend. Existing software will benefit from improved GUI drawing performance without requiring source code changes.
- Animation Framework: JUCE 8 will introduce a new animation framework with hardware-synced standard easings, ensuring smooth transitions between screen refreshes on all platforms, and eliminating overdrawing and dropped frames.
- Unicode Support: Now supporting complex, rich text rendering in any font, orientation, alignment, and language, including emojis, ligatures, bi-directional text, and fallback fonts.
- JS Interpreter: A faster JS Interpreter with support for modern JS features enhances scripting capabilities within JUCE.
JUCE is inviting audio developers to join their active community of audio developers on the JUCE Forum and influence the future direction of JUCE. A preview of JUCE 8 will soon be available in the public repository.
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