Shaders Unchained: Writing Powerful Shaders for Every Platform

Shaders Unchained: Writing Powerful Shaders for Every Platform

4.8 out of 5 | 756 ratings
Shaders GLSL HLSL WGSL Metal Vulkan DirectX OpenGL WebGPU Graphics Programming GPU Compute Shader Art
About This Book

Shaders Unchained: Writing Powerful Shaders for Every Platform is a comprehensive guide that explores the fascinating world of Shaders, GLSL, HLSL. Written by experts in the field, this book provides valuable insights and practical knowledge for both beginners and advanced readers.

  • ISBN: 9798262596102
  • Publication Date: August 28, 2025
  • Categories: Computers & Technology, Programming, Computer Graphics, Game Development, OpenGL & Vulkan
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Book Description

Shaders Unchained: Writing Powerful Shaders for Every Platform is a groundbreaking work that delves deep into the subject of Shaders. The authors present complex concepts in an accessible manner, making this book suitable for readers at all levels of expertise.

Key Features:
  • Comprehensive coverage of Vulkan and related topics
  • Practical examples and real-world applications
  • Step-by-step guides for implementing techniques
  • Insights from industry experts and practitioners
  • Exercises and challenges to test your understanding
Who Should Read This Book?

This book is perfect for anyone interested in Shaders, GLSL, HLSL. Whether you're a student, professional, or enthusiast, you'll find valuable information that can be applied immediately.

Customer Reviews
4.5 out of 5
42 global ratings
Logan Jackson
Logan Jackson
May 5, 2025

What sets Shaders Unchained: Writing Powerful Shaders for Every Platform apart is the author's ability to make DirectX approachable without oversimplifying. The exercises and examples are practical and immediately applicable. I've already seen improvements in my work thanks to this book.

My rating: 5 out of 5 stars

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Ava Wright
Ava Wright
May 9, 2025

I completely agree with this review! Shaders Unchained: Writing Powerful Shaders for Every Platform really changed my perspective on Vulkan.

Amelia Taylor
Amelia Taylor
May 13, 2025

I completely agree with this review! Shaders Unchained: Writing Powerful Shaders for Every Platform really changed my perspective on WebGPU.

Ethan Torres
Ethan Torres
May 10, 2025

I completely agree with this review! Shaders Unchained: Writing Powerful Shaders for Every Platform really changed my perspective on GLSL.

Ava Thompson
Ava Thompson
June 19, 2025

As a beginner in this field, I found Shaders Unchained: Writing Powerful Shaders for Every Platform to be incredibly helpful. The learning curve was just right, and I never felt overwhelmed. The chapters on Shaders were particularly well-structured. Highly recommended for newcomers!

My rating: 5 out of 5 stars

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Lily King
Lily King
February 13, 2025

I absolutely loved Shaders Unchained: Writing Powerful Shaders for Every Platform! As someone who's been in the field for years, I can confidently say this is one of the best resources available. The author's approach to GLSL is both innovative and practical. I've already recommended it to all my colleagues.

My rating: 4 out of 5 stars

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Ella Gonzalez
Ella Gonzalez
December 29, 2024

Shaders Unchained: Writing Powerful Shaders for Every Platform is the perfect blend of theory and practice. The author does an excellent job of explaining complex concepts in simple terms. I particularly enjoyed the case studies related to OpenGL. A fantastic resource!

My rating: 5 out of 5 stars

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Jack Lewis
Jack Lewis
January 14, 2025

I completely agree with this review! Shaders Unchained: Writing Powerful Shaders for Every Platform really changed my perspective on Shaders.

Luna Thompson
Luna Thompson
January 27, 2025

I completely agree with this review! Shaders Unchained: Writing Powerful Shaders for Every Platform really changed my perspective on DirectX.

Ethan Nguyen
Ethan Nguyen
August 27, 2025

As a beginner in this field, I found Shaders Unchained: Writing Powerful Shaders for Every Platform to be incredibly helpful. The learning curve was just right, and I never felt overwhelmed. The chapters on DirectX were particularly well-structured. Highly recommended for newcomers!

My rating: 5 out of 5 stars

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Owen Lewis
Owen Lewis
December 8, 2025

What sets Shaders Unchained: Writing Powerful Shaders for Every Platform apart is the author's ability to make OpenGL approachable without oversimplifying. The exercises and examples are practical and immediately applicable. I've already seen improvements in my work thanks to this book.

My rating: 4 out of 5 stars

Noah Perez
Noah Perez
May 17, 2025

What sets Shaders Unchained: Writing Powerful Shaders for Every Platform apart is the author's ability to make Vulkan approachable without oversimplifying. The exercises and examples are practical and immediately applicable. I've already seen improvements in my work thanks to this book.

My rating: 4 out of 5 stars

Emma Walker
Emma Walker
March 15, 2025

I absolutely loved Shaders Unchained: Writing Powerful Shaders for Every Platform! As someone who's been in the field for years, I can confidently say this is one of the best resources available. The author's approach to Metal is both innovative and practical. I've already recommended it to all my colleagues.

My rating: 3 out of 5 stars

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About the Author
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A renowned expert in Shader Art with over 21 years of experience. They have published numerous papers and books on the subject and are a frequent speaker at international conferences.

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