Getting Started with DirectX Tutorials

Dive into the world of high-performance graphics and multimedia with our curated collection of DirectX tutorials. Whether you're a beginner looking to understand the fundamentals or an experienced developer aiming to leverage advanced features, these resources will guide you every step of the way.

Introduction to DirectX 12

DirectX 12 Graphics API Beginner

Learn the core concepts of DirectX 12, including command lists, pipelines, and resource management. Get your first triangle rendered on screen.

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Shader Programming with HLSL

HLSL Shaders Intermediate

Explore High-Level Shading Language (HLSL) to create custom vertex and pixel shaders. Understand the graphics pipeline stages and how shaders interact.

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2D Graphics with Direct2D

Direct2D 2D Graphics Beginner

Master 2D drawing, text rendering, and geometric shapes using the efficient and easy-to-use Direct2D API.

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Audio Playback with DirectSound (Legacy)

DirectSound Audio Legacy

Understand the basics of audio playback and management using the DirectSound API. Note: This is a legacy API, consider XAudio2 for modern applications.

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Advanced DirectX Raytracing (DXR)

DXR Raytracing Advanced

Delve into the cutting-edge features of DirectX Raytracing, enabling realistic lighting and reflections in your applications.

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Optimizing DirectX Performance

Performance Optimization Intermediate

Learn techniques and best practices to optimize your DirectX applications for maximum performance and efficiency.

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