Cg (C for Graphics)

Cg (C for Graphics) is a programming language developed by NVIDIA designed for creating visual effects and graphics in real-time applications, such as video games and simulations. It allows developers to write code that runs on a graphics processing unit (GPU), enabling detailed shading, lighting, and surface effects. Cg simplifies the process of defining how objects look under different lighting conditions, making it easier to produce realistic and dynamic visuals. Essentially, it bridges the gap between artistic design and the hardware that renders the final image, optimizing graphics performance while maintaining visual quality.