De Gruyter Computer Graphics Programming in OpenGL with C++ - 3D Graphics Guide

Covers OpenGL 4.0+ and modern GLSL shader programming with step-by-step C++ instruction for all skill levels.

Explores every shader stage from basic modelling and textures through to advanced lighting and shadow rendering techniques.

Includes expanded chapters on camera control, refraction effects and new ray tracing methods with bounding volume hierarchies.

Features advanced topics such as tessellation, noise maps, water simulation and stereoscopy for professional graphics applications.

Companion files provide complete source code, shaders, model files and skyboxes for immediate practical implementation.

Published by De Gruyter with theoretical foundations integrated throughout for comprehensive understanding of 3D graphics principles.