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WebGPU Programming Guide: Interactive Graphics & Compute Programming with WebGPU & WGSL
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WebGPU Programming Guide: Interactive Graphics & Compute Programming with WebGPU & WGSL

WebGPU Programming Guide: Interactive Graphics & Compute Programming with WebGPU & WGSL (Paperback)

Published: September 28, 2024

This book helped me debug issues I’ve struggled with for months—truly a lifesaver. The way the author weaves personal anecdotes into the broader narrative adds a layer of authenticity and relatability. The practical applications discussed in the later chapters have already proven useful in my professional work.

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