Where Can I Find a Good Fractals Programming Tutorial?

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The discussion centers on seeking tutorials for programming fractals in various languages, including C++, Java, Python, C#, Perl, Delphi, and OpenGL. Users express a desire for resources to help them create fractal-generating programs, particularly for web use with Java. There is mention of the challenges faced when using OpenGL without a powerful GPU, suggesting alternatives that do not rely on GPU capabilities. It is noted that learning to code a Java applet or using scripting for web integration could be viable solutions. Users emphasize the importance of understanding programming fundamentals, as many provided code snippets lack the complete structure needed for compilation. The conversation highlights the need for adapting algorithms to specific languages and the significance of the chosen algorithm over hardware capabilities for rendering speed. Overall, the discussion encourages learning and adapting existing resources to individual programming needs.
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I want good tutorial on programming fractals using computer languages like C++,Java,Python,C#,Perl,Delphi,OpenGL.
I want to program various fractals using any above languages for that I need some tutorial.
Please suggest me some of the resources which are useful.
 
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This might be a good place to start. I'm not sure why you ask, though. There's plenty to be found about it on the internet.
 
Thanks Hobin, is that above program was compile in C++.
I want to post fractal calculating program on webpage with the help of Java or any other languages, how to do that.
Also fractals can be calculated by using OpenGL but my computer doesn't have good GPU.
Any other option can you suggest.
 
Dr. Physics said:
I want to post fractal calculating program on webpage with the help of Java or any other languages, how to do that.
You'd have to learn to either code a Java applet or use some sort of scripting on your webpage. A Java applet is probably easiest.

Dr. Physics said:
Also fractals can be calculated by using OpenGL but my computer doesn't have good GPU.
Then don't use your GPU. :smile: Though this might make things a bit more complicated. Are you an experienced programmer?
 
I am a high school student and an intermediate program.
The link which you post for fractal programming which compiler was used.
 
Dr. Physics said:
The link which you post for fractal programming which compiler was used.
I don't know, as it's not on the page. It shouldn't matter, though. I've gone through the code, and there is nothing nonstandard about it. It does not, however, give you a whole C/C++ program to just copy and run. You might want to learn a little more about the language itself before trying these examples.
 
I copy n pasted the program code but it shows error. I am using Dev C++ 5.0
 
Dr. Physics said:
I copy n pasted the program code but it shows error. I am using Dev C++ 5.0

Yes, that's because you can't copy and paste it, because it's not a program. It doesn't provide the C/C++ barebones your compiler requires. Like I said, if you just want to copy, paste and run such an application, try to learn a little more about the language first. :smile:
 
That tutorial is the one I've been using to learn about drawing the Mandelbrot set, it's very helpful, but you must adapt the algorithm to your language of choice, and you'll need to figure out how to use whatever 2d library you are using. OpenGL is fine, I made one in C using OpenGL. The fractal rendering speed is more dependant on the algorithm you use than it is on your graphics hardware.

There are much easier programs to write while you are still learning the basics of programming.
 
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