Book Details
- ISBN: 979-8307723395
- Published: January 21, 2025
- Categories: Books Computers & Technology Games & Strategy Guides
Little Black Book of Ray-Tracing and Path-Tracing
About This Book
Little Black Book of Ray-Tracing and Path-Tracing is a groundbreaking exploration of graphics that has captivated readers worldwide. With 647+ copies sold, this definitive guide offers thought-provoking insights into graphics.
Why You'll Love It
- Comprehensive coverage of compute
- 10 chapters packed with practical advice
- Perfect for casual reading
- Includes illustrations
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Based on 12 reviews
Jessica Johnson
March 20, 2025
Little Black Book of Ray-Tracing and Path-Tracing is a comprehensive exploration of graphics that manages to be both accessible to newcomers and valuable to experts. The book is divided into 5 sections, each building thoughtfully on the last. Part 1's discussion of ray-tracing 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 some examples felt dated, but this doesn't detract from the overall quality. This will undoubtedly become a standard reference in the field.
Robert Brown
March 9, 2025
While Little Black Book of Ray-Tracing and Path-Tracing makes several valuable points about ray-tracing, I found some aspects problematic. The author's treatment of compute seems oversimplified, particularly when compared to ray-tracing. That said, the sections on compute are genuinely insightful and make the book worth reading despite its flaws. With some refinement in ray-tracing, this could be a truly outstanding work.
Thomas Garcia
July 22, 2025
Little Black Book of Ray-Tracing and Path-Tracing is a comprehensive exploration of graphics that manages to be both accessible to newcomers and valuable to experts. The book is divided into 5 sections, each building thoughtfully on the last. Part 1's discussion of ray-tracing 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 some examples felt dated, but this doesn't detract from the overall quality. This will undoubtedly become a standard reference in the field.
Sarah Rodriguez
August 15, 2025
I'll be honest, I wasn't sure what to expect with Little Black Book of Ray-Tracing and Path-Tracing, but wow! It completely blew me away. The way the author explains ray-tracing made everything click for me. I've been struggling with compute for years, and this book gave me the tools I needed. My favorite part was when they talked about ray-tracing - it reminded me so much of my own experience with compute. I've already recommended it to all my friends!
Michael Wilson
February 20, 2025
I'll be honest, I wasn't sure what to expect with Little Black Book of Ray-Tracing and Path-Tracing, but wow! It completely blew me away. The way the author explains ray-tracing made everything click for me. I've been struggling with compute for years, and this book gave me the tools I needed. My favorite part was when they talked about ray-tracing - it reminded me so much of my own experience with compute. I've already recommended it to all my friends!
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Discussion about compute in Little Black Book of Ray-Tracing and Path-Tracing
Posted by Thomas Johnson on August 6, 2025
I've been applying the principles from Little Black Book of Ray-Tracing and Path-Tracing to my work in graphics and seeing amazing results! Specifically, the part about graphics has been transformative.
Michael Williams August 15, 2025
I completely agree! This was my experience as well.
Jennifer Wilson August 5, 2025
To add to this, I found similar examples which seems to support your point.
Michael Smith August 1, 2025
To add to this, I found similar examples which seems to support your point.
Jessica Rodriguez August 13, 2025
Could you elaborate on what you mean by this? I'm not sure I follow.
Jennifer Williams August 7, 2025
Interesting perspective. I hadn't considered that angle before.
Discussion about graphics in Little Black Book of Ray-Tracing and Path-Tracing
Posted by James Williams on July 21, 2025
Just finished Little Black Book of Ray-Tracing and Path-Tracing for the 10 time and picked up on so many new insights! The depth of research on ray-tracing is incredible.
Jessica Wilson August 1, 2025
I completely agree! This was my experience as well.
James Rodriguez August 5, 2025
Interesting perspective. I hadn't considered that angle before.
Jennifer Miller August 12, 2025
To add to this, I found similar examples which seems to support your point.
Discussion about ray-tracing in Little Black Book of Ray-Tracing and Path-Tracing
Posted by Michael Miller on July 21, 2025
Discussion: What did everyone think of the author's treatment of ray-tracing? I found it more accessible compared to other works in the field.
Thomas Garcia August 7, 2025
Could you elaborate on what you mean by this? I'm not sure I follow.
Robert Williams August 8, 2025
Interesting perspective. I hadn't considered that angle before.
Robert Miller August 7, 2025
This reminds me of a similar condept from somewhere.
Discussion about graphics in Little Black Book of Ray-Tracing and Path-Tracing
Posted by Michael Davis on July 26, 2025
Has anyone else noticed how Little Black Book of Ray-Tracing and Path-Tracing relates to graphics? I was reading about compute and it made me think of chapter 1.
Jessica Garcia August 6, 2025
Could you elaborate on what you mean by this? I'm not sure I follow.
Robert Rodriguez August 14, 2025
I completely agree! This was my experience as well.
Lisa Smith August 14, 2025
Could you elaborate on what you mean by this? I'm not sure I follow.
Thomas Brown August 5, 2025
This reminds me of a similar condept from somewhere.
Thomas Williams August 11, 2025
I completely agree! This was my experience as well.
Discussion about ray-tracing in Little Black Book of Ray-Tracing and Path-Tracing
Posted by Robert Jones on July 22, 2025
Has anyone else noticed how Little Black Book of Ray-Tracing and Path-Tracing relates to graphics? I was reading about compute and it made me think of chapter 5.
Thomas Smith August 7, 2025
To add to this, I found similar examples which seems to support your point.
David Miller August 7, 2025
Could you elaborate on what you mean by this? I'm not sure I follow.
Jessica Smith August 1, 2025
Interesting perspective. I hadn't considered that angle before.
Robert Johnson August 7, 2025
This reminds me of a similar condept from somewhere.