By Various Authors
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ISBN: 979-8325200830
Publication Date: May 9, 2024
In the vast landscape of graphics programming, shaders play a pivotal role in crafting stunning visual experiences across various platforms. Whether you're a seasoned developer looking to delve into the intricacies of WebGPU or a newcomer eager to explore the world of shader programming, this book serves as your comprehensive companion. With a focus on practicality, each chapter is crafted to provide you with a clear understanding of vertex, fragment, and compute shaders, empowering you to unleash your creativity and bring your ideas to life.
Within these pages, you'll find a treasure trove of step-by-step examples and minimal working coding samples. From data manipulation and matrix multiplications to to captivating image effects, like ambient occlusion, ray-tracing and dynamic particle systems.
The breadth of topics covered caters to a diverse range of interests and skill levels. Whether you aspire to create breathtaking visual effects, optimize compute performance, or simply deepen your understanding of shader development, this book offers invaluable insights and hands-on guidance every step of the way.
Changed my perspective completely - worth every penny.
This book is perfect for developers, engineers, and technology enthusiasts who want to deepen their understanding. Whether you're a beginner looking to get started or an experienced professional seeking to expand your knowledge, this book provides valuable insights for all skill levels.
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Verified Purchase • January 9, 2026
The step-by-step approach made complex topics accessible. I went from zero to building real projects thanks to this book!
Verified Purchase • December 4, 2025
This book completely transformed my understanding of the subject. The examples are practical and the explanations are crystal clear.
Verified Purchase • November 18, 2025
Hands down one of the best resources available. The author's expertise shines through every chapter.
Verified Purchase • November 16, 2025
Hands down one of the best resources available. The author's expertise shines through every chapter.
Verified Purchase • December 4, 2025
I rarely give 5-star reviews, but this book deserves it. The depth of coverage is impressive without being overwhelming.
| Publisher | Tech Publications Inc. |
|---|---|
| Publication Date | May 9, 2024 |
| Language | English |
| ISBN-10 | 979-8325200830 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-8325200830 |
| Pages | 347 |
| Dimensions | 7.5 x 1.2 x 9.2 inches |
| Weight | 2.1 pounds |