Book Details
- ISBN: 979-8340644480
- Published: September 28, 2024
- Categories: Books Computers & Technology Games & Strategy Guides
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WebGPU Programming Guide: Interactive Graphics & Compute Programming with WebGPU & WGSL
About This Book
The landscape of web-based graphics and compute programming has evolved dramatically over the past few years, and at the forefront of this evolution is WebGPU. A powerful successor to WebGL, WebGPU unlocks unprecedented performance and flexibility for developers by allowing direct access to modern GPU features. By leveraging the power of next-generation APIs like Vulkan, Direct3D 12, and Metal, WebGPU makes it possible to create highly interactive, high-performance web applications that rival native applications in both graphics rendering and computational workloads. WebGPU Programming Guide serves as a comprehensive resource for both beginners and seasoned developers looking to harness the full potential of this new standard. It is designed to guide you through the fundamentals of WebGPU, from its architecture and setup to advanced techniques for interactive graphics rendering and compute programming. By the end of this book, you will have a deep understanding of how to create high-performance, real-time 3D graphics applications and leverage the GPU for complex compute tasks—all within the web browser. The book begins with an introduction to the core concepts of WebGPU, including an overview of its features and how it differs from previous technologies like WebGL. From there, you will learn the essentials of WebGPU Shading Language (WGSL), a crucial part of the WebGPU pipeline, which allows you to write shaders that run directly on the GPU. Throughout this journey, practical examples and hands-on exercises will reinforce key concepts, ensuring you gain both theoretical knowledge and practical skills. One of the main goals of this guide is to bridge the gap between graphics programming and general-purpose GPU computing. As such, we will explore not only rendering techniques but also how WebGPU can be used for compute-intensive tasks such as physics simulations, image processing, and machine learning. The integration of compute and graphics in a unified framework allows for the development of sophisticated, performance-critical applications in the browser, paving the way for the future of web-based interactive experiences.
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
Noah Anderson
Cognitive Psychologist
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 16 days ago
User695
Verified Purchase
I completely agree with Noah Anderson's review. This book exceeded my expectations!
Posted 5 days ago
Lisa Adams
Computer Science Professor
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 25 days ago
User389
Verified Purchase
I completely agree with Lisa Adams's review. This book exceeded my expectations!
Posted 2 days ago
Olivia Johnson
Historian
Clear, concise, and full of practical advice.
Posted 3 days ago
Sarah Clark
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 6 days ago
Noah Garcia
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 9 days ago