Built-in vs. Custom Operators

Aircada separates operators into two categories: Built-in Operators and Custom Operators.

Built-in Operators are pre-configured, standard logic nodes available directly inside the Aircada Studio interface. They are designed for common tasks—such as spatial math, DOM manipulation, simple data routing, and event throttling—allowing designers to wire logic visually without writing any code.

Custom Operators are written in TypeScript using the Aircada SDK. They allow developers to build complex, project-specific workflows, manage custom state pipelines, and directly manipulate 3D SceneObjects using declarative decorators and lifecycle hooks.

While this documentation section focuses on coding custom operators with the SDK, you should always check if a Built-in Operator can satisfy your requirements before building a custom solution.