# Patricio Gonzalez Vivo

- **Website:** <https://thebookofshaders.com>
- **Primary alias:** `thebookofshaders.com`

## Description

Brand: The Book of Shaders

Experience a gentle step-by-step guide into the abstract and complex universe of Fragment Shaders with "The Book of Shaders" by Patricio Gonzalez Vivo & Jen Lowe. This revolutionary computational technique is transforming digitally generated images at an unprecedented speed. Comparable to Gutenberg's press for graphics, fragment shaders provide complete control over pixel rendering, elevating visuals in video filters, 3D video games, and more.

Designed for creative coders, game developers, and engineers with coding experience, this book delves into GLSL (OpenGL Shading Language) pixel shaders. Explore procedural shapes, textures, animations, image processing, simulations, and advanced techniques, all with interactive examples for hands-on learning.

With just a modern browser capable of WebGL and an internet connection, dive into this comprehensive guide to enhance your projects' performance and graphical quality. Get ready to unlock the full potential of fragment shaders in your professional and personal work.

## Industries

- 🖥 Computers Electronics and Technology
- 🖥 Graphics Multimedia and Web Design _(under Computers Electronics and Technology)_
- 🧪 Science and Education
- 🧪 Education _(under Science and Education)_
- 🖥 Programming and Developer Software _(under Computers Electronics and Technology)_

## Links

- [twitter](https://twitter.com/patriciogv)
- [github](https://github.com/patriciogonzalezvivo)

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| White | #ffffff | light |

## Fonts

- Baskerville — asset _(custom)_

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