/algorithms-for-realtime-rendering

Code examples and exercises for real-time rendering algorithms

Primary LanguageC++

Algorithms for Realtime Rendering

This repository contains code examples and exercises discussed in the lecture "algorithms for realtime rendering" to help understand and implement various algorithms used in real-time rendering applications.

Overview

This repository showcases a collection of algorithms used in computer graphics.

It is built upon the the SORS Framework, developed by Prof. Dr. Dreier. The SORS Framework serves as a robust starting point for implementing advanced rendering techniques, while also providing essential and easy-to-use functionality for basic rendering tasks. It uses OpenGL as the graphics API and Qt for creating windows and other useful functionality.

Featured Topics

The repository implements the following techniques:

  • Bumpmap / Heightmap
  • Parallax Occlusion Mapping
  • Deferred Shading
  • Screen Space Motion Blur
  • Screen Space Ambient Occlusion
  • Shadowmapping
  • Billboards using Geometry Shader
  • Dynamic LOD using Tessellation Shader

Repository Structure

The contents of the repository is structured as follows:

  • ARTR_Exercises/: Contains code for advanced realtime rendering techniques.
  • CGR_Exercises/: Contains code for basic computer graphics concepts.
  • examples/: Contains example code for various applications.
  • SORS/: Contains the SORS-Framework used for rendering.

Getting Started

To get started follow these steps:

  1. Make sure Qt is installed on your System (recommended version: 6.5) and added to the PATH environment variable (on windows)

  2. Clone this repository to your machine:

    git clone https://github.com/chFleschutz/algorithms-for-realtime-rendering.git

  3. Open the folder in a CMake supported IDE (like Visual Studio) or generate the project files

  4. Select the project to execute and build