This document provides an overview of continuous variable quantum cryptography (CVQKD). It discusses how CVQKD works at a medium range of ~25km with medium rates of a few kbit/s, offering less security than single-photon QKD but more potential for improvement. The document reviews the theoretical basis of CVQKD in terms of field quadratures, homodyne detection, information theory, and how the protocol encodes a secret key. It also summarizes the progress made in improving CVQKD protocols and increasing their security over the last 10 years based on theoretical work. Finally, it mentions the development of 1st generation CVQKD experimental demonstrators.