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# LearnOpenGL

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type: resource
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url: https://gamemechanics.pro/en/resources/#resource-learn-opengl

A step-by-step guide to the graphics pipeline, lighting, materials and rendering effects. Examples use C++ and OpenGL.

## When to use it

A step-by-step guide to the graphics pipeline, lighting, materials and rendering effects. Examples use C++ and OpenGL.

## Access

Reading and the PDF are free. The About page lists CC BY-NC 4.0 for code examples; check the terms before reuse.

## Try it

Complete Getting started and render a textured object with your own shader.

## Connected materials


## Sources and provenance

Original editorial recommendation. The external material retains its author’s rights.

- [LearnOpenGL](https://learnopengl.com/) (id: source-23874e8acde452b9)

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