Vulkan Essentials (Paperback)

Vulkan Essentials (Paperback)

Various Authors March 24, 2025 Books, Computers & Technology, Programming, Game Programming 979-8315379478
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About This Book

Writing Vulkan programs can seem overwhelming and scary - the API is large, complex and powerful - but once you get past the shock - it's actually elegant and well structured - which allows you to create amazing graphics and compute solutions that can harness the full power of the GPU (computer). Vulkan Essentials is here to help you take your first steps into modern GPU programming. This book provides a hands-on introduction to the Vulkan API, breaking down its core concepts into easy-to-follow explanations and practical examples. From setting up a Vulkan instance to rendering your first image, you'll learn the essential components like swapchains, command buffers, and synchronization, building a solid foundation for real-time graphics development. Designed for both newcomers and experienced developers transitioning from OpenGL, this guide simplifies Vulkan's complexity while maintaining its depth and flexibility. With a focus on working code, you'll explore topics such as pipelines, descriptor sets, and GPU memory management. Whether you're developing games, simulations, or visualization tools, this book equips you with the knowledge to take full advantage of Vulkan's low-level control and high-performance capabilities.

Whether you're a beginner looking to learn the basics or an experienced professional seeking advanced knowledge, this book has something valuable to offer.

Key Features

  • Comprehensive coverage of Books concepts
  • Practical examples and real-world applications
  • Step-by-step tutorials and exercises
  • Written by industry experts
  • Companion website with additional resources

Book Statistics

Rating: 4.0
Reviews: 438
Pages: 505
Language: English
Sales Rank: #1924
Popularity: 96%

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Vulkan Essentials (Paperback)
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Book Details

  • Publisher: Independently published
  • Publication Date: March 24, 2025
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 979-831537
  • ISBN-13: 979-8315379478
  • Pages: 554
  • Dimensions: 7 x 2.6 x 4.6 inches
  • Weight: 2.6 pounds