This application is a 3D book showcase that allows users to interact with and explore various book models in a visually engaging manner. The app utilizes WebGL and Three.js for rendering 3D graphics, along with React and TypeScript for building the user interface and managing application state. Users can navigate through a collection of books, each represented by a 3D model. The application features a rotating book animation that users can control using left and right buttons, allowing them to flip through the available titles. Each book displays detailed information, including the title, author, publication year, page count, genres, and a description. Users can also see the book's cover and back cover textures, which are dynamically loaded and applied to the 3D model. Key features of the app include: - A responsive design that adjusts the camera's field of view based on the screen size, ensuring an optimal viewing experience on various devices. - Texture preloading to enhance performance by loading book cover images before they are needed. - A debug panel for developers to manipulate the book's material properties, such as color, metalness, roughness, and emissive properties, as well as to generate UV mappings for the book covers. - Dynamic text color transitions that adapt based on the selected book's theme, enhancing the visual appeal of the interface. - Keyboard navigation support, allowing users to flip through books using arrow keys. The application is built using modern web technologies, including React for the component structure, Three.js for 3D rendering, and TypeScript for type safety. It also employs hooks for state management and effects, ensuring a smooth and interactive user experience. Overall, this app serves as an innovative platform for showcasing books in a 3D environment, combining aesthetics with functionality.
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Last Updated August 14, 2025
