Windows Game Programming For Dummies 2e Cd

Author : André LaMothe
Publisher : For Dummies
ISBN 13 : 9780764503375
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.75/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Windows Game Programming For Dummies? written by André LaMothe and published by For Dummies. This book was released on 1998-03-11 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Ready to start creating your own Windows games but not sure where to begin? A little programming knowledge can go a long, long way when you've got the inside track to game programming with Windows Game Programming For Dummies. Using the latest DirectX technology from Microsoft, veteran game designer Andre LaMothe takes you step-by-step through the process of creating your own games for Windows 95, Windows NT, and Windows 98. After you understand the nuts and bolts of Windows programming, you can add music and sound effects, design your own artificial intelligence to create thinking" opponents, and use the powerful DirectX tools to build lightning-fast applications...all without having to suffer through the complicated coding requirements of MFC and C++. All the tools you need to start writing (and selling) your own games are right here in Windows Game Programming For Dummies, along with a special CD-ROM loaded with the complete DirectX Software Developers Kit, code samples included in the book, state-of-the-art animation and modeling software, and lots of graphics and sound files to use in your own custom-built games."

Author : André LaMothe
Publisher : Sams Publishing
ISBN 13 : 9780672323690
Total Pages : 1092 pages
Book Rating : 4.99/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Tricks of the Windows Game Programming Gurus written by André LaMothe and published by Sams Publishing. This book was released on 2002 with total page 1092 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Tricks of the Windows Game Programmin Gurus, 2E" takes the reader through Win32 programming, covering all the major components of DirectX including DirectDraw, DirectSound, DirectInput (including Force Feedback), and DirectMusic. Andre teaches the reader 2D graphics and rasterization techniques. Finally, Andre provides the most intense coverage of game algorithms, multithreaded programming, artificial intelligence (including fuzzy logic, neural nets, and genetic algorithms), and physics modeling you have ever seen in a game book.

Author : Andre LaMothe
Publisher : Turtleback
ISBN 13 : 9780613922296
Total Pages : pages
Book Rating : 4.98/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Tricks of the Windows Game Programming Gurus with CD-ROM written by Andre LaMothe and published by Turtleback. This book was released on 2002-06 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Tricks of the Windows Game Programmin Gurus, 2E" takes the reader through Win32 programming, covering all the major components of DirectX including DirectDraw, DirectSound, DirectInput (including Force Feedback), and DirectMusic. Andre teaches the reader 2D graphics and rasterization techniques. Finally, Andre provides the most intense coverage of game algorithms, multithreaded programming, artificial intelligence (including fuzzy logic, neural nets, and genetic algorithms), and physics modeling you have ever seen in a game book.

Author : Blair Carter
Publisher : Nova Publishers
ISBN 13 : 9781590335260
Total Pages : 182 pages
Book Rating : 4.60/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Computer Games written by Blair Carter and published by Nova Publishers. This book was released on 2002 with total page 182 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Lists the most significant writings on computer games, including works that cover recent advances in gaming and the substantial academic research that goes into devising and improving computer games.

Author : Wolfgang Engel
Publisher : Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
ISBN 13 : 9781548879853
Total Pages : 128 pages
Book Rating : 4.51/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Beginning Direct3d Game Programming written by Wolfgang Engel and published by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform. This book was released on 2017-07-15 with total page 128 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 3-D graphics development is an engaging, rewarding process that gives developers the opportunity to flex their creative muscles. However, it can also be intimidating to those on the outside. A follow-up to Direct2D, Direct3D tears down the barriers to entry. Requiring only a background in C++, author Chris Rose will guide you through the process of developing your own 3-D applications. This updated and expanded second edition of Book provides a user-friendly introduction to the subject, Taking a clear structural framework, it guides the reader through the subject's core elements. A flowing writing style combines with the use of illustrations and diagrams throughout the text to ensure the reader understands even the most complex of concepts. This succinct and enlightening overview is a required reading for all those interested in the subject . We hope you find this book useful in shaping your future career & Business.

Author : Michael Morrison
Publisher : Sams Publishing
ISBN 13 : 9780672324611
Total Pages : 510 pages
Book Rating : 4.1X/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Sams Teach Yourself Game Programming in 24 Hours written by Michael Morrison and published by Sams Publishing. This book was released on 2003 with total page 510 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A gentle introduction to game programming on the Windows platform for the complete beginner.

Author : JONATHAN S.HARBOUR
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9788989366065
Total Pages : 726 pages
Book Rating : 4.62/5 ( download)

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Download or read book POCKET PC GAME PROGRAMMING:USING THE WINDOWS CE GAME API(CD-ROM포함 written by JONATHAN S.HARBOUR and published by . This book was released on 2001-09-29 with total page 726 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Author : John Horton
Publisher : Packt Publishing Ltd
ISBN 13 : 1838647651
Total Pages : 746 pages
Book Rating : 4.50/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Beginning C++ Game Programming written by John Horton and published by Packt Publishing Ltd. This book was released on 2019-10-31 with total page 746 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Get to grips with programming techniques and game development using C++ libraries and Visual Studio 2019 Key Features Learn game development and C++ with a fun, example-driven approach Build clones of popular games such as Timberman, Zombie Survival Shooter, a co-op puzzle platformer, and Space Invaders Discover tips to expand your finished games by thinking critically, technically, and creatively Book Description The second edition of Beginning C++ Game Programming is updated and improved to include the latest features of Visual Studio 2019, SFML, and modern C++ programming techniques. With this book, you'll get a fun introduction to game programming by building five fully playable games of increasing complexity. You'll learn to build clones of popular games such as Timberman, Pong, a Zombie survival shooter, a coop puzzle platformer and Space Invaders. The book starts by covering the basics of programming. You'll study key C++ topics, such as object-oriented programming (OOP) and C++ pointers, and get acquainted with the Standard Template Library (STL). The book helps you learn about collision detection techniques and game physics by building a Pong game. As you build games, you'll also learn exciting game programming concepts such as particle effects, directional sound (spatialization), OpenGL programmable shaders, spawning objects, and much more. Finally, you'll explore game design patterns to enhance your C++ game programming skills. By the end of the book, you'll have gained the knowledge you need to build your own games with exciting features from scratch What you will learn Set up your game development project in Visual Studio 2019 and explore C++ libraries such as SFML Explore C++ OOP by building a Pong game Understand core game concepts such as game animation, game physics, collision detection, scorekeeping, and game sound Use classes, inheritance, and references to spawn and control thousands of enemies and shoot rapid-fire machine guns Add advanced features to your game using pointers, references, and the STL Scale and reuse your game code by learning modern game programming design patterns Who this book is for This book is perfect for you if you have no C++ programming knowledge, you need a beginner-level refresher course, or you want to learn how to build games or just use games as an engaging way to learn C++. Whether you aspire to publish a game (perhaps on Steam) or just want to impress friends with your creations, you'll find this book useful.

Author : Salvatore A. Buono
Publisher : CRC Press
ISBN 13 : 1351989340
Total Pages : 594 pages
Book Rating : 4.43/5 ( download)

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Download or read book C# and Game Programming written by Salvatore A. Buono and published by CRC Press. This book was released on 2019-05-20 with total page 594 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The second edition of C# and Game Programming offers the same practical, hands-on approach as the first edition to learning the C# language through classic arcade game applications. Complete source code for games like Battle Bit, Asteroid Miner, and Battle Tennis, included on the CD-ROM, demonstrates programming strategies and complements the comprehensive treatment of C# in the text. From the basics of adding graphics and sound to games, to advanced concepts such as the .Net framework and object-oriented programming, this book provides the foundations for a beginner to become a full-fledged programmer. New in this edition: - Supports DirectX 9.0 - Revised programs and examples - Improved frame rate for game examples

Author : Eric R. Lyons
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9781878739957
Total Pages : 700 pages
Book Rating : 4.56/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Black Art of Windows Game Programming written by Eric R. Lyons and published by . This book was released on 1995 with total page 700 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A text/CD-ROM guide to using WinG, Microsoft's game programming toolkit, for intermediate to advanced C programmers with some DOS game programming experience. Tutorial chapters provide development examples, discuss code-writing concepts, and explain how to manage memory and incorporate graphics and sound. The CD-ROM contains code, bitmaps, sound files, and utilities, plus a battle game based on the sprite engine developed in the book. Annotation copyright by Book News, Inc., Portland, OR