Game Programming for Teens

Sethi, Maneesh

ISBN 10: 1592000681 / ISBN 13: 9781592000685

Edité par Cengage Learning PTR, 2003

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• Titre: Game Programming for Teens
• Éditeur: Cengage Learning PTR
• Date de parution: 2003
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN à 10 chiffres: 1592000681
• ISBN à 13 chiffres: 9781592000685
• Reliure: Soft cover
• Édition: 1st Edition
• État de l'article: New

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Synopsis

This volume takes young readers on a journey from ignorance to proverbial wisdom in the art of game programming. Beginning with nothing, the reader should learn the nuances of the Blitz Basic Language. The first part includes instructions on basic coding such as operators and statements. It provides an introduction to the language in general. After teaching loops and the like, the reader is trained in the art of style. During part two, the reader begins to learn how to work with graphics to create an enthralling experience. Page flipping and collision detection are explained in detail, as is basic image programming. Parallaxing effects are also included. Translations are looked into, as well as other items required in a graphical program. The final part of the book brings it to a close, it consists of everything else the reader will need on his journey. This section teaches the skills of sounds and music and Artificial Intelligence. Input, including that from the keyboard, mouse, and joystick.

Présentation de l'éditeur

"Game Programming for Teens, Third Edition" is a fully revised version of the bestselling book. This new edition teaches introductory game programming skills and techniques using BlitzMax, a new, platform independent programming language. BlitzMax can be used on Windows, Mac, and Linux operating systems. The book helps beginning game programmers develop the skills they need to create every element of their first video game - from graphics and animation to sound and music. No previous programming knowledge is necessary, and by the end of the book readers will have created their first computer game.