Have you ever tried to bake a cake and ended up with a volcano instead? That’s how I feel about shader compilation in Unreal Engine! Just when you think everything is under control, *boom*—massive compilation times turn your sleek game into a pixelated patience test. Managing shaders can feel like juggling chainsaws while riding a unicycle. Luckily, recent improvements are helping us rein in the chaos—like finding a fire extinguisher for that cake volcano. It’s fascinating to see how even minor tweaks can save hours during development. What strategies have you found to tackle shader overload in your projects? Let’s share our tips and tricks before we all spontaneously combust! #Shaders #GameDev #UnrealEngine #ShaderCompilation #DevHumor