Foundations of Graphics & Compute: Volume 5: Ray-Tracing

Foundations of Graphics & Compute: Volume 5: Ray-Tracing

Graphics and Compute: Primer Volume 5 Ray-Tracing (Hardback)

January 10, 2025 ISBN: 979-8306564760
4.5/5 (Based on 128 reviews)

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Key Features

  • Comprehensive coverage of webgpu topics
  • Practical examples and real-world applications
  • Written by experts in the field
  • Suitable for beginners and advanced readers
  • Includes downloadable resources and code examples
Book Details
  • Title: Foundations of Graphics & Compute: Volume 5: Ray-Tracing
  • ISBN: 979-8306564760
  • Publication Date: January 10, 2025
  • Format: Paperback
  • Pages: 320
  • Publisher: Literary Press

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Quinn Young
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Posted 56 days ago

5/5
A Must-Have Reference for Software Engineers

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This book completely changed my perspective on webgpu. The author's approach to graphics is revolutionary. This book has sparked several meaningful conversations with peers and mentors alike. It’s rare to find a book that’s both intellectually rigorous and emotionally resonant—this one manages both.

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Posted 59 days ago

5/5
The Go-To Resource for Web Development

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4/5
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Kai Hall
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Posted 49 days ago

5/5
A Must-Read for Anyone Interested in webgpu

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Posted 39 days ago

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Brilliantly Explains Machine Learning

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Posted 59 days ago

5/5
The Answer to My Debugging Nightmares Was in This Book

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