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DirectX Graphics Tutorials

Introduction to DirectX 12

Learn the basics of DirectX 12, its architecture, and how to set up a development environment.

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Creating Your First Shader

A step‑by‑step guide to writing, compiling, and using HLSL shaders in a DirectX 12 application.

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Understanding the Graphics Pipeline

Dive deep into the stages of the DirectX 12 graphics pipeline and how to control them.

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Managing GPU Resources

Best practices for resource creation, descriptor heaps, and memory management.

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Optimizing Rendering Performance

Techniques to reduce stalls, improve frame rates, and profile DirectX 12 applications.

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Debugging DirectX 12 Applications

Use PIX, Visual Studio, and other tools to find and fix graphics bugs.

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