WebGPU Unleashed: A Practical Tutorial
WebGPU Unleashed: A Practical TutorialBy Shi YanWelcome to "WebGPU Unleashed" - your gateway to the dynamic world of graphics programming. This free book will teach you graphics programming in JavaScript using WebGPU, drawing from my own learning journey.Why did I write this book? Recently, a friend asked me what his child should learn to get started with graphics programming.
- ▪WebGPU Unleashed: A Practical TutorialBy Shi YanWelcome to "WebGPU Unleashed" - your gateway to the dynamic world of graphics programming.
- ▪This free book will teach you graphics programming in JavaScript using WebGPU, drawing from my own learning journey.Why did I write this book?
- ▪Recently, a friend asked me what his child should learn to get started with graphics programming.
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WebGPU Unleashed: A Practical TutorialBy Shi YanWelcome to "WebGPU Unleashed" - your gateway to the dynamic world of graphics programming. This free book will teach you graphics programming in JavaScript using WebGPU, drawing from my own learning journey.Why did I write this book? Recently, a friend asked me what his child should learn to get started with graphics programming. A few years ago, OpenGL was the go-to API for beginners, with DirectX as an alternative for those interested in game development.However, the graphics API landscape has evolved significantly in recent years. A new generation of APIs has emerged, including Vulkan, Metal, and DirectX 12. These APIs are more lightweight and performant but require more verbose code.
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