PGL3R

PGL3R is an open-source software library designed to simplify the development of graphics applications using modern OpenGL. The project provides a portable C++ API that abstracts routine tasks such as window and context creation, resource management, and shader compilation.

Designed with a focus on simplicity and modularity, PGL3R aims to be suitable for small projects, educational use, and rapid prototyping while remaining extensible for more complex applications. The API typically emphasizes clear separation between rendering code and application logic.

Key components may include a rendering pipeline abstraction, math utilities (vectors, matrices), texture and shader management, and helpers for loading assets. The library is intended to be lightweight with a minimal set of dependencies to ease integration into existing projects.

PGL3R supports major desktop platforms, and its developers describe it as cross-platform to facilitate sharing code across Windows, macOS, and Linux. The project is community-driven, with contributions from volunteers and maintainers who publish releases under an open-source license.

Usage typically involves including the library in a project, initializing a graphics context, and constructing scene data and rendering calls through the provided API. Documentation and examples accompany releases to help new users adopt the library.