diff --git a/.cargo/config.toml b/.cargo/config.toml
new file mode 100644
index 0000000..805f835
--- /dev/null
+++ b/.cargo/config.toml
@@ -0,0 +1,13 @@
+# alternatively, `export CARGO_TARGET_WASM32_UNKNOWN_UNKNOWN_RUNNER=wasm-server-runner`
+
+[target.wasm32-unknown-unknown]
+runner = "wasm-server-runner"
+rustflags = ["--cfg=web_sys_unstable_apis"]
+
+
+# fix spurious network error on windows
+# [source.crates-io]
+# registry = "https://github.com/rust-lang/crates.io-index"
+
+[http]
+proxy = ""
diff --git a/.devcontainer/Dockerfile b/.devcontainer/Dockerfile
new file mode 100644
index 0000000..725c1cb
--- /dev/null
+++ b/.devcontainer/Dockerfile
@@ -0,0 +1,20 @@
+FROM mcr.microsoft.com/devcontainers/rust:0-1
+
+WORKDIR /workspace
+
+RUN apt-get update && DEBIAN_FRONTEND="noninteractive" apt-get install -y \
+    build-essential \
+    libpulse-dev \
+    libdbus-1-dev \
+    libudev-dev \
+    libssl-dev \
+    xorg \
+    openbox \
+    alsa-tools \
+    librust-alsa-sys-dev \
+    && rm -rf /var/lib/apt/lists/*
+
+RUN rustup target install wasm32-unknown-unknown
+
+RUN cargo install flamegraph
+RUN cargo install wasm-server-runner
diff --git a/.devcontainer/devcontainer.json b/.devcontainer/devcontainer.json
new file mode 100644
index 0000000..3a1380e
--- /dev/null
+++ b/.devcontainer/devcontainer.json
@@ -0,0 +1,33 @@
+// For format details, see https://aka.ms/devcontainer.json. For config options, see the
+// README at: https://github.com/devcontainers/templates/tree/main/src/rust
+{
+    "dockerComposeFile": ["docker-compose.yaml"], 
+    "workspaceFolder": "/workspace",
+    "remoteUser": "vscode",
+    "shutdownAction": "stopCompose",
+    "service": "devcontainer",
+
+    "features": {
+        "ghcr.io/devcontainers/features/common-utils:2": {
+            "installZsh": "true",
+            "username": "vscode",
+            "userUid": "1000",
+            "userGid": "1000",
+            "upgradePackages": "true"
+        },
+        "ghcr.io/devcontainers/features/rust:1": "latest",
+        "ghcr.io/devcontainers-contrib/features/zsh-plugins:0": {
+            "plugins": "history history-substring-search"
+        }
+    },
+    "customizations": {
+        "vscode": {
+            "settings": {},
+            "extensions": [
+                "rust-lang.rust-analyzer",
+                "serayuzgur.crates",
+		        "vadimcn.vscode-lldb"
+            ]
+        }
+    }
+}
diff --git a/.devcontainer/docker-compose.yaml b/.devcontainer/docker-compose.yaml
new file mode 100644
index 0000000..18b700b
--- /dev/null
+++ b/.devcontainer/docker-compose.yaml
@@ -0,0 +1,10 @@
+services:
+  devcontainer:
+    build:
+      context: .
+      dockerfile: ./Dockerfile
+    volumes:
+      - type: bind
+        source: ..
+        target: /workspace
+    command: sleep infinity
diff --git a/.gitattributes b/.gitattributes
new file mode 100644
index 0000000..43fc914
--- /dev/null
+++ b/.gitattributes
@@ -0,0 +1,8 @@
+* text=auto eol=lf
+*.{cmd,[cC][mM][dD]} text eol=crlf
+*.{bat,[bB][aA][tT]} text eol=crlf
+*.sh text eol=lf
+*.conf text eol=lf
+
+*.ply binary
+*.splat binary
diff --git a/.github/dependabot.yml b/.github/dependabot.yml
new file mode 100644
index 0000000..5755d69
--- /dev/null
+++ b/.github/dependabot.yml
@@ -0,0 +1,14 @@
+# Please see the documentation for all configuration options:
+# https://help.github.com/github/administering-a-repository/configuration-options-for-dependency-updates
+
+version: 2
+updates:
+  - package-ecosystem: "cargo"
+    directory: "/"
+    schedule:
+      interval: "weekly"
+    ignore:
+        # These are peer deps of Cargo and should not be automatically bumped
+        - dependency-name: "semver"
+        - dependency-name: "crates-io"
+    rebase-strategy: "disabled"
diff --git a/.github/workflows/bench.yml b/.github/workflows/bench.yml
new file mode 100644
index 0000000..fa4ab25
--- /dev/null
+++ b/.github/workflows/bench.yml
@@ -0,0 +1,41 @@
+name: bench
+
+on:
+  pull_request:
+    types: [ labeled, synchronize ]
+    branches: [ "main" ]
+
+env:
+  CARGO_TERM_COLOR: always
+  RUST_BACKTRACE: 1
+
+jobs:
+  bench:
+    if: contains(github.event.pull_request.labels.*.name, 'bench')
+
+    strategy:
+      fail-fast: false
+      matrix:
+        os: [windows-latest, macos-latest]
+
+    runs-on: ${{ matrix.os }}
+    timeout-minutes: 120
+
+    steps:
+    - uses: actions/checkout@v3
+    - uses: actions/cache@v3
+      with:
+        path: |
+          ~/.cargo/bin/
+          ~/.cargo/registry/index/
+          ~/.cargo/registry/cache/
+          ~/.cargo/git/db/
+          target/
+        key: ${{ runner.os }}-cargo-build-stable-${{ hashFiles('**/Cargo.toml') }}
+
+    - name: io benchmark
+      uses: boa-dev/criterion-compare-action@v3.2.4
+      with:
+        benchName: "io"
+        branchName: ${{ github.base_ref }}
+        token: ${{ secrets.GITHUB_TOKEN }}
diff --git a/.github/workflows/test.yml b/.github/workflows/test.yml
new file mode 100644
index 0000000..327db30
--- /dev/null
+++ b/.github/workflows/test.yml
@@ -0,0 +1,46 @@
+name: test
+
+on:
+  push:
+    branches: [ "main" ]
+  pull_request:
+    branches: [ "main" ]
+
+env:
+  CARGO_TERM_COLOR: always
+  RUST_BACKTRACE: 1
+
+jobs:
+  build:
+
+    strategy:
+      fail-fast: false
+      matrix:
+        os: [windows-latest, macos-latest]
+
+    runs-on: ${{ matrix.os }}
+    timeout-minutes: 120
+
+    steps:
+    - uses: actions/checkout@v3
+    - uses: actions/cache@v3
+      with:
+        path: |
+          ~/.cargo/bin/
+          ~/.cargo/registry/index/
+          ~/.cargo/registry/cache/
+          ~/.cargo/git/db/
+          target/
+        key: ${{ runner.os }}-cargo-build-stable-${{ hashFiles('**/Cargo.toml') }}
+
+    - name: check
+      run: cargo check
+
+    - name: build
+      run: cargo build
+
+    - name: lint
+      run: cargo clippy
+
+    - name: test
+      run: cargo test
diff --git a/.github/workflows/todo_tracker.yml b/.github/workflows/todo_tracker.yml
new file mode 100644
index 0000000..a3b1eb6
--- /dev/null
+++ b/.github/workflows/todo_tracker.yml
@@ -0,0 +1,24 @@
+
+name: 'todo tracker'
+
+on:
+  push:
+    branches: [ main ]
+
+jobs:
+  build:
+    permissions:
+      issues: write
+
+    name: todo_tracker
+    runs-on: [ubuntu-latest]
+
+    steps:
+    - name: Checkout code
+      uses: actions/checkout@v3
+
+    - name: "TODO to Issue"
+      uses: "alstr/todo-to-issue-action@v4"
+      id: "todo"
+      with:
+        AUTO_ASSIGN: true
diff --git a/.gitignore b/.gitignore
index 6985cf1..45d282a 100644
--- a/.gitignore
+++ b/.gitignore
@@ -1,14 +1,12 @@
-# Generated by Cargo
-# will have compiled files and executables
 debug/
 target/
-
-# Remove Cargo.lock from gitignore if creating an executable, leave it for libraries
-# More information here https://doc.rust-lang.org/cargo/guide/cargo-toml-vs-cargo-lock.html
 Cargo.lock
-
-# These are backup files generated by rustfmt
 **/*.rs.bk
-
-# MSVC Windows builds of rustc generate these, which store debugging information
 *.pdb
+
+*.py
+
+*.ply
+*.gcloud
+
+.DS_Store
diff --git a/.vscode/launch.json b/.vscode/launch.json
new file mode 100644
index 0000000..3c81a84
--- /dev/null
+++ b/.vscode/launch.json
@@ -0,0 +1,73 @@
+{
+    // Use IntelliSense to learn about possible attributes.
+    // Hover to view descriptions of existing attributes.
+    // For more information, visit: https://go.microsoft.com/fwlink/?linkid=830387
+    "version": "0.2.0",
+    "configurations": [
+        {
+            "type": "lldb",
+            "request": "launch",
+            "name": "Debug unit tests in library 'burn_gaussian_splatting'",
+            "cargo": {
+                "args": [
+                    "test",
+                    "--no-run",
+                    "--lib",
+                    "--package=burn_gaussian_splatting"
+                ],
+                "filter": {
+                    "name": "burn_gaussian_splatting",
+                    "kind": "lib"
+                }
+            },
+            "args": [],
+            "cwd": "${workspaceFolder}",
+            "env": {
+                "CARGO_MANIFEST_DIR": "${workspaceFolder}",
+            }
+        },
+        {
+            "type": "lldb",
+            "request": "launch",
+            "name": "Debug executable 'viewer'",
+            "cargo": {
+                "args": [
+                    "build",
+                    "--bin=viewer",
+                    "--package=burn_gaussian_splatting"
+                ],
+                "filter": {
+                    "name": "viewer",
+                    "kind": "bin"
+                }
+            },
+            "args": [],
+            "cwd": "${workspaceFolder}",
+            "env": {
+                "CARGO_MANIFEST_DIR": "${workspaceFolder}",
+            }
+        },
+        {
+            "type": "lldb",
+            "request": "launch",
+            "name": "Debug unit tests in executable 'viewer'",
+            "cargo": {
+                "args": [
+                    "test",
+                    "--no-run",
+                    "--bin=viewer",
+                    "--package=burn_gaussian_splatting"
+                ],
+                "filter": {
+                    "name": "viewer",
+                    "kind": "bin"
+                }
+            },
+            "args": [],
+            "cwd": "${workspaceFolder}",
+            "env": {
+                "CARGO_MANIFEST_DIR": "${workspaceFolder}",
+            }
+        }
+    ]
+}
\ No newline at end of file
diff --git a/CONTRIBUTING.md b/CONTRIBUTING.md
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index 0000000..1fa910f
--- /dev/null
+++ b/CONTRIBUTING.md
@@ -0,0 +1,33 @@
+# contributing to burn_gaussian_splatting
+
+![alt text](docs/notferris2.webp)
+
+thank you for your interest in contributing to `burn_gaussian_splatting`! contributions of all forms are welcome and appreciated. this includes code contributions, bug reports, documentation, or any other form of support.
+
+## getting started
+
+as `burn_gaussian_splatting` is a smaller project, the contribution process is more informal. feel free to contribute in a way that aligns with your interests and expertise. if you have any questions or need guidance, don't hesitate to reach out.
+
+## ways to contribute
+
+1. **code contributions**: if you have improvements or new features in mind, feel free to open a pull request. for larger changes, it's a good idea to discuss them first through a github issue.
+
+2. **bug reports**: if you find any bugs, please open an issue describing the problem, including any relevant details that could help in resolving it.
+
+3. **documentation**: improvements or additions to documentation are always welcome. this can include both inline code comments and updates to readme or other markdown files.
+
+4. **ideas and suggestions**: have ideas for new features or ways to improve the project? open an issue to discuss your suggestions!
+
+## pull request process
+
+1. ensure that any new code complies with the existing code style and structure.
+2. update the readme.md or other documentation with details of changes, if applicable.
+3. open a pull request with a clear description of the changes.
+
+## questions?
+
+if you're unsure about something or need help, feel free to open an issue asking for guidance. as the project grows, we aim to make contributing as accessible and straightforward as possible.
+
+## code of conduct
+
+while we don't have a formal code of conduct, we expect contributors to be respectful, open-minded, and collaborative. let's work together to maintain a welcoming and inclusive environment.
diff --git a/Cargo.toml b/Cargo.toml
new file mode 100644
index 0000000..356ea92
--- /dev/null
+++ b/Cargo.toml
@@ -0,0 +1,55 @@
+[package]
+name = "burn_gaussian_splatting"
+description = "burn gaussian splatting render pipeline plugin"
+version = "0.1.0"
+edition = "2021"
+authors = ["mosure <mitchell@mosure.me>"]
+license = "MIT"
+keywords = ["burn", "gaussian-splatting", "render-pipeline", "ply"]
+categories = ["computer-vision", "graphics", "rendering", "rendering::data-formats"]
+homepage = "https://github.com/mosure/burn_gaussian_splatting"
+repository = "https://github.com/mosure/burn_gaussian_splatting"
+readme = "README.md"
+exclude = [".devcontainer", ".github", "docs", "dist", "build", "assets", "credits"]
+
+
+[target.'cfg(target_arch = "wasm32")'.dependencies]
+console_error_panic_hook = "0.1"
+wasm-bindgen = "0.2"
+
+
+[dependencies.web-sys]
+version = "0.3.4"
+features = [
+  'Document',
+  'Element',
+  'HtmlElement',
+  'Node',
+  'Window',
+]
+
+
+[dev-dependencies]
+criterion = { version = "0.5", features = ["html_reports"] }
+
+
+[profile.dev.package."*"]
+opt-level = 3
+
+[profile.dev]
+opt-level = 1
+
+[profile.release]
+lto = "thin"
+codegen-units = 1
+opt-level = 3
+
+[profile.wasm-release]
+inherits = "release"
+opt-level = "z"
+lto = "fat"
+codegen-units = 1
+
+
+[lib]
+path = "src/lib.rs"
diff --git a/README.md b/README.md
index 714b168..69fd692 100644
--- a/README.md
+++ b/README.md
@@ -1,2 +1,31 @@
-# burn_gaussian_splatting
+# burn_gaussian_splatting 🌌
+
+[![test](https://github.com/mosure/burn_gaussian_splatting/workflows/test/badge.svg)](https://github.com/Mosure/burn_gaussian_splatting/actions?query=workflow%3Atest)
+[![GitHub License](https://img.shields.io/github/license/mosure/burn_gaussian_splatting)](https://raw.githubusercontent.com/mosure/burn_gaussian_splatting/main/LICENSE)
+[![GitHub Last Commit](https://img.shields.io/github/last-commit/mosure/burn_gaussian_splatting)](https://github.com/mosure/burn_gaussian_splatting)
+[![GitHub Releases](https://img.shields.io/github/v/release/mosure/burn_gaussian_splatting?include_prereleases&sort=semver)](https://github.com/mosure/burn_gaussian_splatting/releases)
+[![GitHub Issues](https://img.shields.io/github/issues/mosure/burn_gaussian_splatting)](https://github.com/mosure/burn_gaussian_splatting/issues)
+[![Average time to resolve an issue](https://isitmaintained.com/badge/resolution/mosure/burn_gaussian_splatting.svg)](http://isitmaintained.com/project/mosure/burn_gaussian_splatting)
+[![crates.io](https://img.shields.io/crates/v/burn_gaussian_splatting.svg)](https://crates.io/crates/burn_gaussian_splatting)
+
 burn gaussian splatting differentiable render and training pipeline
+
+![Alt text](docs/notferris.png)
+
+`cargo run -- scenes/person.gcloud`
+
+## capabilities
+
+- [ ] gaussian splatting person reconstruction
+
+## usage
+
+```rust
+```
+
+## wasm support
+
+to build wasm run:
+- `cargo build --target wasm32-unknown-unknown --release`
+- `wasm-bindgen --out-dir ./out/ --target web ./target/`
+
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diff --git a/src/utils.rs b/src/utils.rs
new file mode 100644
index 0000000..6af5b92
--- /dev/null
+++ b/src/utils.rs
@@ -0,0 +1,8 @@
+
+pub fn setup_hooks() {
+    #[cfg(debug_assertions)]
+    #[cfg(target_arch = "wasm32")]
+    {
+        console_error_panic_hook::set_once();
+    }
+}