A seemingly infinite number of software packages on the market are competing for your attention and hard earned dollars. So it is always a good idea to ask: What is this program, and what can it do for me? When asking those questions about Autodesk Maya, be prepared for a long answer.Maya is a powerful 3D asset creation package capable of high-end modeling, texturing, rigging, animation, lighting, rendering, compositing, and dynamic simulation. It has been used for creative projects ranging from animated feature films to AAA video games; from medical simulations to print advertisements; from children's book illustrations to educational and training software.Maya is a versatile tool that thousands of creative people have bent to their will in order to achieve innovative solutions to complex problems. But in all its versatile glory, Maya is only as good as the driver behind the wheel. So buckle up and let Tech N00b's show you how to use one of the most powerful graphic programs on the market.