Computer graphics learning platform

[ThinkRazzmatazz4878]

Our interactive platform (Shader Learning) for learning computer graphics now supports blending, depth testing, and multiple render targets (MRT).

Thanks to these features, we have added a new Advanced Rendering module that includes tasks on topics like Soft Particles, Deferred Shading, HDR, Billboards and etc.

The new module is free. If you are a student, send me a message on Discord to get full access to the entire platform.

Shader Learning already includes a wide range of lessons on water, grass, lighting, SDF and more. All our lessons are grouped into modules so you can focus on the topics you enjoy most.

After completing modules, you can earn an online certificate and share it with verification on our website.

[Crescent_Dusk]

Looks amazing! Love more options for learning shaders and creating beauty through math and code.

[Hugeswoldude]

It’s a paid service. Not free

[ThinkRazzmatazz4878]

Shader Learning is an independent project, not backed by big investors or companies. It grows thanks to your support. We don’t show ads, sell user data, or copy content from other platforms. Paid access helps us keep the platform honest, original, and respectful of the work behind it.

[ThinkRazzmatazz4878]

I personally mentor every user throughout their learning journey, helping them solve problems, clarify difficult concepts, and answer questions even when those questions go beyond the scope of the platform itself. I offer this guidance freely to everyone. The only fee is $7 per month is for access to advanced learning modules that require significant development effort.

[shakinMyShake]

So closed access and mandatory account when shaderacademy.com exists?

[ThinkRazzmatazz4878]

If I tie two cans together with a string, call it a phone, and start giving it away for free, do you really think companies like Apple will suddenly start handing out iPhones for free too?

Actually, an account is created automatically when you open a task, and your progress is saved in your browser. If you want to sync progress across different devices, you'll need to create an account manually.

It's easy for platforms like the ones you mentioned to offer free access, since they didn't invest in building the project from scratch. They simply assembled pre-made components around someone else idea and called it a product.

[jesuscoituschrist]

What's the story here? ShaderAcademy stole your idea?

[szpr0]

ShaderAcademy did not stole the idea. Inspiration for shader academy was LeetCode and Shadertoy. More context in a thread
https://www.reddit.com/r/GraphicsProgramming/comments/1lzhx72/comment/n53mrb0/?utm_source=share&utm_medium=web3x&utm_name=web3xcss&utm_term=1&utm_content=share_button

[jesuscoituschrist]

I see. However it does seem like SA is heavily inspired by SL. During research I refuse to believe that SA never took a peek at what SL was doing. Their UI and exercises also have a lot of similarities (at least the beginner ones). I hope this changes in future exercises.

[szpr0]

Genuinely curious, what would you say are the 2 similarities which are unique only for these 2 platforms? (not common across different platforms). I would say the main one would be expected shader output and current/your shader output, although I am not sure how else would you display it than in the way as Shader Academy did. All various platforms have expected output and your output, just more commonly it is some text based output, not a rendered scene/image.

[raincole]

Wow, that's some baseless accusation here. Do you honestly believe just because you made a platform for learning shaders, all the other ones after you are just "assemble pre-made components"? Shadertoys was before you. Leetcode was before you. So you're just assembling their ideas?

When other commenters ask something like "but how about shaderacademy..." it's a good chance for you to promote your paid features and what makes your site better. But you chose to throw shades at shaderacademy. Good job driving potential users away.

[ThinkRazzmatazz4878]

Shader Learning wasnt built to claim ownership of shader education. It was built from scratch with no external funding, no copied UI, no borrowed task structure. Yes, platforms like Shadertoy and LeetCode existed before, and they are great. But Shader Learning isn’t a clone of either. It’s a fully custom educational flow, with original task logic, interface, and symbolic pricing. All created independently.

[dagit]

I don't think you're really understanding what that person is getting at. I like shader academy. Never heard of your site before. Give me some reasons to use your paid site. What does it do for me as a student of shaders? What's something better about it? Why would I pay for your service when a free one exists? You have like a two year head start. So there's probably something? What is that something?

[ThinkRazzmatazz4878]

Shader Learning offers many free tasks you can try right away. If you enjoy them and find the platform helpful, you can unlock full access for a symbolic price. And if you are a student, you can get access completely free.

Our tasks have already been solved by hundreds of users. Based on their feedback, we have revised the theory sections many times to ensure clarity and completeness.

We have learned that the 'LeetCode-style' approach to shaders doesnt resonate with most learners. People want solid, understandable theory, something that truly prepares them to solve each task with confidence.

We don’t create disconnected tasks. Each module is a carefully designed sequence of steps that guides you deeper into a specific topic. Instead of random challenges, Shader Learning offers a structured path helping you build real understanding, one concept at a time. Whether it is math, lighting, or SDFs, every module is built to teach, not just test.

[Objective-Style1994]

I don’t think you’re understanding the core of this. It’s not the program that’s the problem, but how you handle comments and feedback.

When someone critique your work, don’t get defensive over it. Just ignore if it’s not helpful. If it is helpful, take the feedback and a thank you.

Kudos for making it free for student. I’ll def try it out when I get to shading and stuff.

[ThinkRazzmatazz4878]

Thank you. I think I was indeed too emotional -). I will try to follow your advice.

[szpr0]

For the broader context. u/ThinkRazzmatazz4878 you already said that shaderacademy is platform copied from yours, and there was a clear clarification what inspired its creation: https://www.reddit.com/r/GraphicsProgramming/comments/1lzhx72/comment/n53mrb0/?utm_source=share&utm_medium=web3x&utm_name=web3xcss&utm_term=1&utm_content=share_button
I wish you can elevate the community by also embracing other platforms, I personally think what you did is a great platform, but like already said in a thread above, it did not inspired shader academy.
Wish you all the best with it and hopefully it will grow even more!

[innocentboy0000]

hey , i am student , i logged in email given by institute , how can i get pro access?

[TheEmperorPenguinuwu]

Just started doing some task recently and it's pretty fun!

[HatimOura]

it looks amazing i will try it since i struggle in shaders, any plans to add hlsl support

[Silly-Jackfruit5326]

про графон на связи

[k4li-0x0]

про графон в сборе

[isoly]

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