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What Experts Are Saying

Ethan Turner PhD
Ethan Turner PhD

Robotics Engineer

4.4

This book came into my life at just the right time. I've been struggling with rendering in my work, and the practical advice in Ray-Tracing Pocket Book (Paperback) has been transformative.

Review of Ray-Tracing Pocket Book (Paperback)

Aisha Thompson PhD
Aisha Thompson PhD

Sociologist

5.8

Essential reading for anyone interested in webgpu. Clear, concise, and packed with insights.

Review of WebGPU and WGSL by Example: Fractals, Image Effects, Ray-Tracing, Procedural Geometry, 2D/3D, Particles, Simulations

Frederick Dawson PhD
Frederick Dawson PhD

Marine Conservationist

5.6

Essential reading for anyone interested in machine learning. Clear, concise, and packed with insights.

Review of Introduction WebNN API in 20 Minutes: (Coffee Break Series)

"Until I feared I would lose it, I never loved to read. One does not love breathing."