3D Programming Books General & Games | Direct X | Java | OpenGL | Linux | 3D Programming Books - General & Games Graphics Programming Methods by Jeff Lander Hardcover: 406 pages Publisher: Charles River Media; (July 2003) ISBN: 1584502991 Using interesting and advanced research, the collection addresses key issues in animation, geometry, and rendering. All of the research is presented in a practical and approachable manner and most examples include full source code, making immediate implementation of the techniques possible. This innovative collection is a must-have resource for graphics programmers that will help you think critically, expand your knowledge, and create new methods of your own. 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Edited by Mark DeLoura, former editor-in-chief of Game Developer Magazine, and a group of top-notch area editors, this collection covers the major topics needed to develop a state-of-the-art game engine. Six comprehensive sections, including an all new section on audio programming, provide techniques that expert developers can implement immediately, and intermediate to beginning programmers can use to expand their skills and knowledge. This is a must-have reference that contains the wisdom and experience of over 40 seasoned game developers. Amazon.com  Amazon.ca  Amazon.de  Amazon.fr  Amazon.co.uk Game Programming Gems 2 by Mark DeLoura Hardcover: 575 pages Publisher: Charles River Media; Book and CD-ROM edition (October 1, 2001) ISBN: 1584500549 Game Programming Gems 2, the second volume in this successful series, contains a completely new set of over 70 articles on diverse topics that can be used in your own game projects. 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Written by professionals from the game industry and edited by Mark DeLoura, Game Programming Gems covers it all, from animation and artificial intelligence to lighting calculations, Z-buffering, multiple layer Internet gaming, weather effects, curved surfaces, music, and as well, sound effects. Every major technique needed to develop a competitive game engine is addressed and explained. Amazon.com  Amazon.de  Amazon.fr  Amazon.co.uk 3D Graphics Programming: Games and Beyond (with CD-ROM) by Sergei Savchenko List Price: $34.99 Paperback - 353 pages Bk&Cd-Rom edition (July 2000) Sams; ISBN: 0672319292 A comprehensive guide to 3D computer graphics that not only puts emphasis on techniques used in computer games, but also explains the key mathematical concepts upon which 3D computer graphics are built. Offers descriptions of the most useful algorithms combined with practical programming examples. 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