Book Details
- ISBN: 979-8336686364
- Published: August 24, 2024
- Categories: Books Computers & Technology Web Development & Design Programming JavaScript
Special Effects Programming with WebGPU
About This Book
Special Effects Programming with WebGPU is a groundbreaking exploration of webgpu that has captivated readers worldwide. With 1059+ copies sold, this essential read offers innovative insights into webgpu.
Why You'll Love It
- Comprehensive coverage of compute
- 8 chapters packed with practical advice
- Perfect for academic study
- Includes companion website access
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Based on 12 reviews
Thomas Smith
March 10, 2025
Special Effects Programming with WebGPU is a comprehensive exploration of webgpu that manages to be both accessible to newcomers and valuable to experts. The book is divided into 4 sections, each building thoughtfully on the last. Part 4's discussion of wgsl is particularly strong, with clear examples and practical applications. The diagrams and illustrations throughout help clarify complex ideas, and the chapter summaries are excellent for review. My only minor critique is that more primary sources would strengthen the argument, but this doesn't detract from the overall quality. This will undoubtedly become a standard reference in the field.
Michael Smith
March 7, 2025
While Special Effects Programming with WebGPU makes several valuable points about wgsl, I found some aspects problematic. The author's treatment of ai seems oversimplified, particularly when compared to simulation. That said, the sections on ai are genuinely insightful and make the book worth reading despite its flaws. With some refinement in webgpu, this could be a truly outstanding work.
Robert Brown
August 3, 2025
Special Effects Programming with WebGPU is a comprehensive exploration of webgpu that manages to be both accessible to newcomers and valuable to experts. The book is divided into 4 sections, each building thoughtfully on the last. Part 4's discussion of wgsl is particularly strong, with clear examples and practical applications. The diagrams and illustrations throughout help clarify complex ideas, and the chapter summaries are excellent for review. My only minor critique is that more primary sources would strengthen the argument, but this doesn't detract from the overall quality. This will undoubtedly become a standard reference in the field.
Jennifer Jones
July 6, 2025
While Special Effects Programming with WebGPU makes several valuable points about wgsl, I found some aspects problematic. The author's treatment of ai seems oversimplified, particularly when compared to simulation. That said, the sections on ai are genuinely insightful and make the book worth reading despite its flaws. With some refinement in webgpu, this could be a truly outstanding work.
David Williams
June 15, 2025
Special Effects Programming with WebGPU is a comprehensive exploration of webgpu that manages to be both accessible to newcomers and valuable to experts. The book is divided into 4 sections, each building thoughtfully on the last. Part 4's discussion of wgsl is particularly strong, with clear examples and practical applications. The diagrams and illustrations throughout help clarify complex ideas, and the chapter summaries are excellent for review. My only minor critique is that more primary sources would strengthen the argument, but this doesn't detract from the overall quality. This will undoubtedly become a standard reference in the field.
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Discussion about graphics in Special Effects Programming with WebGPU
Posted by Michael Miller on August 3, 2025
Can someone help me understand graphics from chapter 9? I'm struggling to see how it connects to wgsl.
Jessica Wilson August 10, 2025
To add to this, I found similar examples which seems to support your point.
Thomas Johnson July 30, 2025
This reminds me of a similar condept from somewhere.
Discussion about compute in Special Effects Programming with WebGPU
Posted by Thomas Brown on July 23, 2025
Can someone help me understand programming from chapter 1? I'm struggling to see how it connects to webgpu.
Emily Johnson August 10, 2025
I completely agree! This was my experience as well.
David Williams August 2, 2025
This reminds me of a similar condept from somewhere.
Robert Smith July 30, 2025
I completely agree! This was my experience as well.
Emily Brown July 29, 2025
Could you elaborate on what you mean by this? I'm not sure I follow.
Discussion about webgpu in Special Effects Programming with WebGPU
Posted by Emily Rodriguez on July 22, 2025
Just finished Special Effects Programming with WebGPU for the 11 time and picked up on so many new insights! The depth of research on graphics is incredible.
Michael Smith July 28, 2025
Could you elaborate on what you mean by this? I'm not sure I follow.
Sarah Miller August 1, 2025
I completely agree! This was my experience as well.
Jessica Brown July 31, 2025
Interesting perspective. I hadn't considered that angle before.
David Jones August 10, 2025
I completely agree! This was my experience as well.
Lisa Johnson August 1, 2025
Could you elaborate on what you mean by this? I'm not sure I follow.
Discussion about simulation in Special Effects Programming with WebGPU
Posted by James Rodriguez on July 21, 2025
Has anyone else noticed how Special Effects Programming with WebGPU relates to graphics? I was reading about ai and it made me think of chapter 8.
Jessica Davis August 9, 2025
This reminds me of a similar condept from somewhere.
Jessica Johnson August 4, 2025
To add to this, I found similar examples which seems to support your point.
James Garcia August 7, 2025
To add to this, I found similar examples which seems to support your point.
Sarah Williams July 29, 2025
To add to this, I found similar examples which seems to support your point.
Discussion about compute in Special Effects Programming with WebGPU
Posted by Thomas Johnson on July 23, 2025
Just finished Special Effects Programming with WebGPU for the 8 time and picked up on so many new insights! The depth of research on graphics is incredible.
James Jones August 5, 2025
This reminds me of a similar condept from somewhere.
Robert Williams August 7, 2025
This reminds me of a similar condept from somewhere.
Robert Garcia August 11, 2025
Could you elaborate on what you mean by this? I'm not sure I follow.
Thomas Johnson July 31, 2025
Could you elaborate on what you mean by this? I'm not sure I follow.