Computer Graphics Courses and Certifications

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How Computers Draw Weird Shapes - Marching Squares Algorithm

Explore the fascinating world of computer graphics, focusing on the Marching Squares algorithm for rendering complex shapes like metaballs. Learn about implicit functions, optimization techniques, and 3D extensions.

• YouTube
• 28 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

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Building Collision Simulations - An Introduction to Computer Graphics

Explore collision detection in computer graphics, from basic animation to advanced optimization techniques like sweep and prune, uniform grids, K-D trees, and bounding volume hierarchies for efficient simulations.

• YouTube
• 28 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

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2D Sprite Affine Transformations - Rotation, Translation, Scaling, and Shearing

Learn to transform 2D sprites using matrices for rotation, translation, scaling, and shearing. Implement these techniques in a practical programming context.

• YouTube
• 28 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

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Code-It-Yourself 3D Graphics Engine - Texturing and Depth Buffers - Part 4

Implement perspective-correct texture sampling, scan-line triangle rasterizing, and depth buffers in a command prompt 3D engine. Enhance graphics with advanced techniques.

• YouTube
• 45 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

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Code-It-Yourself 3D Graphics Engine - Triangles and Projection - Part 1

Learn to build a 3D graphics engine from scratch, covering triangles, projection matrices, and basic rotation. Gain hands-on experience in creating a rotating cube using fundamental 3D graphics concepts.

• YouTube
• 39 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Nvidia

Advanced Rendering Solutions - NVIDIA ARC and Frameworks

Explore NVIDIA's advanced rendering solutions, including mental ray, iray, and OptiX. Gain insights into integrating and accelerating graphics pipelines for cutting-edge visual effects and simulations.

• YouTube
• 54 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Nvidia

Using the GPU to Create a Seamless Display from Multiple Projectors - SIGGRAPH 2011

Explore GPU-based techniques for creating seamless multi-projector displays, covering warp blending, SLI Mosaic, and Nvidia's API for scalable desktop and command systems.

• YouTube
• 30 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Nvidia

GPU Ray Tracing Techniques and Optimization - SIGGRAPH 2011

Explore cutting-edge GPU ray tracing techniques, including OptiX engine, iray, and custom renderers. Learn optimal hardware configurations and programming approaches for fastest results.

• YouTube
• 56 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

IEEE

Visual Rendering Techniques - Session 26

Explore advanced techniques in visual rendering, covering cutting-edge methods for creating realistic and immersive digital imagery in various applications.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 38 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

The Cherno

Rendering Sprite Pixels in C++

Learn efficient sprite rendering techniques in C++, from reading spritesheets to implementing transparency, enhancing your game development skills.

• YouTube
• 42 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

The Cherno

Path Tracing - Introduction to Ray Tracing Series

Explore path tracing in ray tracing, including accumulation techniques and sample gathering. Learn to create photo-realistic digital imagery with optimized C++ implementation and GPU acceleration.

• YouTube
• 23 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Ben Eater

World's Worst Video Card Gets Better - Improving DIY VGA Output

Explore improvements to a basic VGA card design, delving into digital circuitry and computer graphics principles for enhanced display capabilities.

• YouTube
• 44 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Two Minute Papers

Unbiased and Consistent Algorithm Classes in Photorealistic Rendering - Lecture 31

Explore photorealistic rendering algorithms, their classifications, and expected behaviors. Learn about biased/unbiased and consistent/inconsistent methods in global illumination.

• YouTube
• 14 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Two Minute Papers

Path Tracing and Next Event Estimation - TU Wien Rendering Lecture 25

Explore path tracing and next event estimation techniques for solving the rendering equation, enhancing light source handling in computer graphics and 3D visualization.

• YouTube
• 18 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Two Minute Papers

Rendering Equation Properties - TU Wien Rendering Lecture 15

Exploring the Holy Rendering Equation's properties, including its infinite dimensions and singularities, and discussing approaches to solve this complex problem in computer graphics.

• YouTube
• 14 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video