Graphics Programmer Historically, this title usually belonged to a programmer who developed specialised blitter algorithms and clever optimisations for 2D graphics. Today, however, it almost exclusively applies to programmers who specialise in developing and modifying complex 3D graphic renderers. Some 2D graphics skills have just recently become useful again, though, for developing games for the new generation of cell phones and handheld game consoles. A 3D graphics programmer must have a firm grasp of advanced mathematical concepts such as vector and matrix math, quaternions and linear algebra.
Madison, Wisconsin, United States of America Madison is the capital of the US state of Wisconsin. Madison was founded in 1829 on an isthmus between Lake Monona and Lake Mendota. Madison, along with the rest of the state, has a humid continental climate. In 1996 Money magazine identified Madison as the best place to live in the United States. During the winter months, sports enthusiasts enjoy ice-boating, ice skating, ice hockey, ice fishing, cross-country skiing, and snowkiting. During the rest of the year, outdoor recreation includes sailing on the local lakes, cycling, and hiking.