Book Details
- ISBN: 979-8337912561
- Published: August 31, 2024
- Categories: Books Computers & Technology Web Development & Design Programming JavaScript
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Special Effects Programming with WebGPU
About This Book
The world of web development is rapidly evolving, and with it comes the need for more powerful tools to create rich, immersive experiences. Special effects, once the domain of high-end video games and blockbuster movies, are now becoming essential components of modern web applications. From realistic lighting and shadows to fluid simulations and particle systems, these visual enhancements are pushing the boundaries of what is possible on the web. This book aims to explore how WebGPU, the latest web graphics and compute API, and WGSL (WebGPU Shading Language) can be used to unlock the full potential of the GPU, bringing sophisticated visual effects to the browser with performance levels previously unattainable. Whether you're looking to create stunning 3D animations or achieve high-fidelity rendering in web-based environments, WebGPU offers the tools needed to harness the power of modern hardware for the web. This book is here to help you master the exciting world of effects using WebGPU and WGSL. To take you beyond traditional web technologies towards a realm of advanced graphical techniques. Starting with the basics of WebGPU's architecture and WGSL's syntax, this book gradually builds toward more complex techniques like shader programming, lighting models, and particle systems. Each chapter is accompanied by practical examples that can be directly applied to real-world projects, ensuring that you not only understand the theory but also gain hands-on experience. At the end of this book, you will have the knowledge to create breathtaking visual effects that run efficiently in the browser, transforming the way users interact with your applications.
Key Features
- Comprehensive coverage of Books topics
- Practical examples and real-world applications
- Clear explanations suitable for beginners and experts
- Latest trends and techniques in the field
- Exercises and challenges to test your knowledge
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What Readers Are Saying
Lisa Miller
Education Specialist
As a scholar in the field of webgpu, I find this volume to be an indispensable resource. The author's treatment of complex topics is both rigorous and accessible, making it suitable for classroom use as well as independent study. I highly recommend this book to anyone serious about mastering this subject.
Posted 19 days ago
User270
Verified Purchase
I completely agree with Lisa Miller's review. This book exceeded my expectations!
Posted 1 days ago
Michael Anderson
AI Researcher
I couldn't put this book down! As someone who's been working with webgpu for years, I still learned so much from reading this book, clear explanations and real-world examples. It's rare to find a technical book that's this enjoyable to read.
Posted 18 days ago
User656
Verified Purchase
I completely agree with Michael Anderson's review. This book exceeded my expectations!
Posted 3 days ago
Michael Lee
Cognitive Psychologist
A must-read for anyone interested in webgpu.
Posted 22 days ago
William Wilson
Literary Critic
As a scholar in the field of webgpu, I find this volume to be an indispensable resource. The author's treatment of complex topics is both rigorous and accessible, making it suitable for classroom use as well as independent study. I highly recommend this book to anyone serious about mastering this subject.
Posted 7 days ago
David Lee
Cognitive Psychologist
This book changed how I think about webgpu. The author has a gift for making complex ideas feel simple and approachable. It's rare to find a technical book that's this enjoyable to read.
Posted 7 days ago