feat: WGSL Uniform Buffer Validation & Consolidation (Task #75)

- Added  to validate WGSL/C++ struct alignment.
- Integrated validation into .
- Standardized uniform usage in , , , .
- Renamed generic  to specific names in WGSL and C++ to avoid collisions.
- Added  and updated .
- handoff(Gemini): Completed Task #75.

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+## Uniform Buffer Checklist
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+To ensure consistency and prevent alignment-related issues, follow these guidelines when working with uniform buffers:
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+1.  **Define WGSL Structs:** Clearly define uniform structs in WGSL, paying close attention to type alignment (`f32`, `vec2`, `vec3`, `vec4`) and using explicit padding (`_pad0: vec2<f32>`) where necessary.
+2.  **Mirror in C++:** Create corresponding C++ structs that mirror the WGSL struct's definitions.
+3.  **`static_assert` for Size:** Every C++ struct corresponding to a WGSL uniform buffer **must** have a `static_assert` verifying its size matches the expected WGSL size. Use `sizeof(MyStruct) == EXPECTED_SIZE`.
+4.  **Standard Bindings:**
+    *   **Binding 2:** Always use `CommonPostProcessUniforms` (or a similar common structure) for general per-frame data (resolution, time, beat, etc.).
+    *   **Binding 3:** Use effect-specific parameter structs for unique effect data.
+5.  **Shader Consistency:** Ensure WGSL shaders correctly declare and use uniforms at the specified bindings (`@group(0) @binding(2)` for common uniforms, `@group(0) @binding(3)` for effect parameters).
+6.  **Validation Script:** Run `tools/validate_uniforms.py` as part of your development workflow to catch any discrepancies in size or alignment between C++ and WGSL definitions. Ensure this script passes without errors.
+7.  **Documentation:** Refer to `doc/UNIFORM_BUFFER_GUIDELINES.md` for detailed information on WGSL alignment rules and best practices.