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Training HLSL - Mastering High-Performance Real-Time 3D Shaders
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HLSL training objectives
- Master advanced HLSL syntax for professional enterprise shaders
- Develop optimized vertex and pixel shaders for realistic 3D renders
- Implement PBR lighting techniques and dynamic shadows with HLSL
- Design compute shaders for certified physical simulations
- Optimize GPU performance via HLSL profiling in real projects
- Integrate HLSL into DirectX pipelines for production skills
- Debug and deploy complex shaders in certified training
HLSL curriculum: 4 modules over 4 days
Module 1 : Advanced HLSL Syntax: Data Types and Structures for Professional Shaders (Matrices, Textures, Samplers)
Dive into complex HLSL data types like 4x4 matrices, half vectors, and custom structures. Configure advanced samplers for procedural textures. Implement reusable utility functions with inline and const. Perform practical exercises on a 3D model imported via DirectX. Produce your first modular shaders tested in real-time. Benefit from personalized code reviews to accelerate your professional graphics skills.
Module 2 : HLSL Vertex Shaders: Advanced Transformations and Skinned Animation (Bone Matrices, GPU Skinning)
Transform meshes with dynamic world-view-projection matrices in HLSL. Integrate skinned animation via bone matrices and weight blending for realistic characters. Manipulate tangents and binormals for precise normal mapping. Apply exercises to animations imported from Blender. Generate a complete vertex pipeline connected to DirectX. Optimize calculations for stable 60 FPS. Validate renders with integrated visualization tools. Transform projects into enterprise-ready productions.
Module 3 : HLSL Pixel Shaders: PBR Lighting and Shadows (BRDF, Shadow Maps, Cascaded Shadows)
Master Physically Based Rendering in HLSL with Cook-Torrance BRDF and image-based lighting. Implement dynamic shadows via shadow maps and PCF filtering for realistic depth. Integrate industry-standard metallic-roughness workflows. Practice on complex scenes with multiple lights. Calculate direct/indirect contributions in real-time. Test on your ongoing project with GPU debugger. Produce photorealistic renders that boost immersion. Gain efficiency for certified simulations.
Module 4 : HLSL Compute Shaders: Optimization and Debugging (Profiling, UAV, Basic Ray Tracing)
Develop compute shaders for particles and massive physical simulations with optimized UAVs and thread groups. Profile performance via NVIDIA Nsight and AMD GPU Profiler. Debug artifacts with RenderDoc and HLSL debug annotations. Integrate basic hybrid ray tracing for next-gen. Apply to enterprise cases like fluids or visual AI. Deploy compiled shaders in DirectX 12 production. Finalize ongoing project with 2x faster optimization. Depart with skills ready for professional certification.
How HLSL skills are assessed
- Technical multiple-choice quiz on HLSL syntax and optimization
- Practical evaluation through development of custom shaders
- Presentation of the ongoing 3D shaders project to the expert trainer
How the HLSL course is taught
- Courses led by an HLSL expert trainer with video game production experience
- Hands-on exercises on real DirectX and 3D engine cases
- Progressive ongoing project for complete shaders
- Detailed course materials with source codes and resources
HLSL training: access and practical arrangements
The Training HLSL - Mastering High-Performance Real-Time 3D Shaders program is delivered onsite or remote (blended-learning, virtual classroom, remote presence). At Learni, an industry-certified training organization, every program is built to maximize skills acquisition regardless of the chosen format.
The trainer alternates between demonstrative, interrogative and active methods (through hands-on labs and/or scenarios). This pedagogical approach guarantees concrete learning that's immediately applicable at work.
Equipment required
For the smooth delivery of the Training HLSL - Mastering High-Performance Real-Time 3D Shaders program, the following equipment is required:
- Mac or PC computers, high-speed fiber internet, whiteboard or flipchart, projector or interactive touch screen (for remote sessions)
- Training environments installed on workstations or accessible online
- Course materials, hands-on exercises and complementary resources
- Post-training access to materials and educational resources
For intra-company training on a site outside Learni, the client commits to providing all required teaching materials (computers, internet, etc.) for the smooth delivery of the program in line with the prerequisites in the communicated program.
* contact us for remote delivery feasibility** ratio varies depending on the program
Skills assessment methods
Assessment of skills acquired during the Training HLSL - Mastering High-Performance Real-Time 3D Shaders program is performed through:
- During training: case studies, hands-on labs and professional scenarios
- End of training: self-assessment questionnaire and skills evaluation by the trainer
- After training: completion certificate detailing acquired skills
Program accessibility
Learni is committed to making its programs accessible. All our programs are accessible to people with disabilities. Our teams are available to adapt the pedagogical methods to your specific needs. Please contact us for any adjustment request.
Enrollment terms and lead times
Registration is possible up to 48 business hours before the start of training. All our programs are built for corporate L&D budgets and delivered onsite or remotely.
The Learni story
Founded by engineers and learning experts, Learni's mission is to make high-impact tech training accessible to teams everywhere. We work remotely with organizations across the US and Canada, in your time zone, to help teams upskill fast.
Our method
How Learni guarantees the quality of your HLSL training
Before, during, after: we frame the brief, introduce the trainer, tailor the content and measure impact. You stay in control from kickoff to wrap-up.
You meet the trainer beforehand
30-minute video call between you and the selected trainer to validate the fit, adjust content and clear any final doubts.
- Live briefing on goals and team context.
- Veto right — we swap the trainer for free if needed.
Content tailored to your context
No recycled slides. The syllabus is reworked from your real cases: tools, constraints, vocabulary, ongoing projects.
- Hands-on cases drawn from your stack and projects.
- Program co-written then validated by your team.
Continuous quality follow-up
Live evaluations, 30/90/180-day check-ins and a consolidation plan. If the impact misses the mark, we rework it.
- NPS, knowledge quizzes and skills self-assessment.
- Satisfaction guarantee: fully satisfied or free rework.
A simple promise: you don't pay to discover the trainer on day one. Everything is validated upfront, by you.
Our social commitment
A school kit donated to a child for every training booked
To fight inequalities in access to education, Learni donates a complete school kit to a child in need for every training booked. You build your skills, a child heads back to school.
- Backpack, notebooks and essential supplies
- Distributed through our partner charities
- Included, at no extra cost to you
FAQ
HLSL: frequently asked questions
Which tools are used in HLSL training?+
Hands-on work runs on matrices, textures, samplers, bone Matrices, GPU Skinning and BRDF. Those tools come from the HLSL program itself, delivered on site over 4 days, so participants practise on the stack they will use at work.
What can participants do after HLSL training?+
They can master advanced HLSL syntax for professional enterprise shaders, develop optimized vertex and pixel shaders for realistic 3D renders and implement PBR lighting techniques and dynamic shadows with HLSL. Those are the stated objectives of the HLSL program at Advanced level, checked by the end-of-session assessment.
What does the HLSL program cover, day by day?+
Day 1: Advanced HLSL Syntax: Data Types and Structures for Professional Shaders (Matrices, Textures, Samplers). Day 2: HLSL Vertex Shaders: Advanced Transformations and Skinned Animation (Bone Matrices, GPU Skinning). Day 3: HLSL Pixel Shaders: PBR Lighting and Shadows (BRDF, Shadow Maps, Cascaded Shadows). Day 4: HLSL Compute Shaders: Optimization and Debugging (Profiling, UAV, Basic Ray Tracing). The HLSL program runs over 4 days, delivered on site.
How is HLSL training assessed?+
Assessment relies on technical multiple-choice quiz on HLSL syntax and optimization, practical evaluation through development of custom shaders and presentation of the ongoing 3D shaders project to the expert trainer. Learni issues a completion certificate together with the individual assessment report at the end of the HLSL program, which an L&D team can file as evidence.
How much does HLSL training cost per participant?+
HLSL training costs $4,620 per participant. For an in-company team, the flat rate starts at $7,865 for the whole group, up to 8 people. The detailed quote, sent within one business day, adjusts the amount to the format and how far the syllabus is tailored to your team.
How long does HLSL training take?+
4 days, available live online (US time zones) or on-site at your offices. Half-day tracks spread over several weeks are possible so the team stays operational.
Who pays for HLSL training?+
Most US teams pay directly through their company L&D or training budget. Learni invoices in US dollars and accepts bank transfer (ACH/wire) or card, with volume pricing for teams. A purchase order is welcome.
What do participants need to know before HLSL training?+
Proficiency in C++ and DirectX 11/12, basics of vertex/pixel shaders, fundamentals of GPU programming.
Is a certificate issued after HLSL training?+
Yes. A Learni completion certificate is issued, along with the individual evaluation report. Learni is a certified training provider and prepares for third-party certifications, but does not award them itself.
Does Learni provide the equipment for HLSL training?+
No. A computer and a stable internet connection are required for each participant. Learni provides the learning platform, the trainer and all course materials.
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