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Dmytro Klimenko
Dmytro Klimenko

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WebGPU & 3D: The New Frontier in Frontend

Forget static pages — the modern frontend is going full 3D. With WebGPU rolling out and frameworks like Three.js, Babylon.js, and react-three-fiber maturing, we’re entering a new visual era.

🔧 What Is WebGPU?

WebGPU is the next-gen graphics API for the web, replacing WebGL. It provides low-level access to GPU power, letting devs:

Build high-performance visual experiences

Run compute shaders right in the browser

Unlock smooth 3D rendering and ML workflows

🎮 Real Use Cases

3D product visualizers

AI-driven interfaces with real-time feedback

Web games that rival native performance

🧰 Tools to Explore

Three.js – The OG of web 3D

react-three-fiber – React wrapper around Three.js

Babylon.js – Full-featured 3D engine with editor support

TensorFlow.js + WebGPU – ML inference directly on frontend

✨ The Future Is Interactive

Whether it’s a spatial UI or a game-like interface for your data dashboard, WebGPU + 3D tooling lets you create experiences that feel alive. If performance and wow factor matter — this is the stack to explore.

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Hey Dmytro, would you be interested in joining our WebGL Shader Hackathon?

Until 8 May, create your original shader and publish it on our blockchain to compete for prizes ranging between $500 and $1000!