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DirectX+HLSL/Graphics/Compute All-in-One (Paperback)

By Kenwright

A practical all-in-one guide to DirectX 12, HLSL shaders, and GPU compute programming.

Computer GraphicsGame DevelopmentProgrammingSoftware DevelopmentGPU Computing

WHAT THE PUBLISHER HIGHLIGHTS

  • Gain a deep understanding of DirectX 12 and HLSL.
  • Learn practical GPU programming with minimal working examples.
  • Explore graphics pipelines, ray tracing, and compute workflows.
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DirectX+HLSL/Graphics/Compute All-in-One by Kenwright is a hands-on exploration of modern GPU programming. Covering DirectX 12 from the ground up, it explains the graphics pipeline, rendering techniques, ray tracing, and compute workflows. Each chapter includes minimal working examples and code snippets that make complex concepts accessible. Readers learn how to harness the full power of their GPU, optimize performance, and extend examples into larger projects such as tools and games. This book is ideal for developers, students, and enthusiasts who want to push the boundaries of real-time graphics and compute.

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  • Gain a deep understanding of DirectX 12 and HLSL.
  • Learn practical GPU programming with minimal working examples.
  • Explore graphics pipelines, ray tracing, and compute workflows.
  • Apply concepts to real-world projects such as games and tools.

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Reader review5

Outstanding introduction

A genuinely enjoyable read that also taught me a great deal.

I had been on the fence about this one for a while, and I should have bought it sooner. The code samples assume a particular environment, which took a bit of fiddling to get running properly. I found myself making notes in the margins, which is always a good sign. Worth the money and the reading time, without hesitation.

Aisha ThompsonUniversity lecturer · Seoul, KR
DirectX+HLSL/Graphics/Compute All-in-One
Reader review4

Almost excellent

Strong content, uneven pacing. I would still recommend it.

I had been on the fence about this one for a while, and I should have bought it sooner. It is denser than the page count suggests, and I found myself slowing down around the middle. I particularly liked the way the author builds up from simple cases before introducing the harder material. A few of the examples could be more realistic, but the underlying points come across clearly. Good value for the price and worth the time it takes to work through properly.

Rachel AllenGame developer · Cape Town, ZA
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