Computer Graphics: Programming in OpenGL for Uisual Communication

Steve Cunningham

ISBN 10: 0131452541 / ISBN 13: 9780131452541

Published by Pearson College Div, 2006

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Computer Graphics: Programming in OpenGL for Uisual Communication
• Publisher: Pearson College Div
• Publication Date: 2006
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0131452541
• ISBN 13: 9780131452541
• Binding: Hardcover
• Condition: Used Good
• Dust Jacket Condition: No Jacket
• Seller catalogs:
  • Biography & Autobiography

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Synopsis

The importance of computer graphics is spreading beyond the computer science discipline and graphics experts. With the ready availability of OpenGL on essentially all platforms, readers can learn to create effective images early on. Emphasizes the programming of interactive 3D animated scenes with OpenGL (not the theoretical aspects of computer graphics). Treats graphics topics descriptively and in a process-oriented manner,rather than mathematically and algorithmically, making the subject more approachable. Emphasizes using computer graphics to communicate effectively, particularly in the sciences. Makes extensive use of the scene graph for organizing graphics programs. Provides code examples throughout. A reader-friendly introduction for anyone interested in learning more about computer graphics.

About the Author

Steve Cunningham- holds a Ph.D from the University of Oregon.  He has served as  Noyce Visiting Professor at Grinnell College and also holds the position of Gemperle Distinguished Professor of Computer Science emeritus at California State University, Stanislaus. He is a former President of ACM SIGGRAPH and received the SIGGRAPH Outstanding Volunteer Award in 2004.  He is also a Eurographics Fellow.  He has long been active in computer graphics education work and was a founder of both SIGGRAPH’s Education Committee and Eurographics’ Education Board.