Book Details
- ISBN: 979-8642078310
- Published: April 30, 2020
- Categories: Books Computers & Technology Programming
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Retro Web-Based Game Programming: Second Edition
About This Book
Retro Game Programming for the Web provides a beginners guide to getting started developing games and interactive web-based applications. The book focuses on the practical aspects with code samples and projects to get you started. The book has been formatted and designed with sample listings and support material, so whether or not you are currently an expert in web development, actively working with an existing framework, or completely in the dark about this mysterious topic, this book has something for you. If you’re an experienced developer, you’ll find this book a light refresher to the subject, and if you’re deciding whether or not to delve into web-based games, this book may help you make that significant decision. The book introduces core mathematic fundamentals in addition to creating special effects and techniques such as collision detection and object management. The text is organised to guide the reader through the exciting topic of retro games programming from a ground-up hands-on perspective. Organized around browser-based languages (Javascript, CSS and HTML), the book includes numerous simplified practical examples in the body of the text as well as technical explanations on limitations and engineering solutions.
Key Features
- Comprehensive coverage of Books topics
- Practical examples and real-world applications
- Clear explanations suitable for beginners and experts
- Latest trends and techniques in the field
- Exercises and challenges to test your knowledge
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What Readers Are Saying
Lisa Garcia
Historian
As a scholar in the field of programming, I find this volume to be an indispensable resource. The author's treatment of complex topics is both rigorous and accessible, making it suitable for classroom use as well as independent study. I highly recommend this book to anyone serious about mastering this subject.
Posted 25 days ago
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I completely agree with Lisa Garcia's review. This book exceeded my expectations!
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Mia Rodriguez
Library Director
I couldn't put this book down! As someone who's been working with programming for years, I still learned so much from reading this book, clear explanations and real-world examples. It's rare to find a technical book that's this enjoyable to read.
Posted 26 days ago
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I completely agree with Mia Rodriguez's review. This book exceeded my expectations!
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David Young
Education Specialist
A must-read for anyone interested in programming.
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Robert Chen
Education Specialist
This comprehensive work by the author, provides an exceptional examination of programming. The depth of analysis is particularly impressive, offering both theoretical frameworks and practical applications that will benefit readers at all levels of expertise. I highly recommend this book to anyone serious about mastering this subject.
Posted 5 days ago
Robert Clark
Cognitive Psychologist
This book changed how I think about programming. The author has a gift for making complex ideas feel simple and approachable. It's rare to find a technical book that's this enjoyable to read.
Posted 27 days ago