Beginning C++ Game Programming 1st edition Edition by Michael Dawson ISBN 1592002056 9781592002054

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ISBN 10:       1592002056
ISBN 13: 978-1592002054
Author:         Michael Dawson

Beginning C++ Game Programming 1st Table of contents:

• Introduction to C++ and Game Programming

  • Overview of C++ and Its Role in Game Development
  • Setting Up Your Development Environment
  • Introduction to Game Programming Concepts

• C++ Programming Basics

  • Basic Syntax and Structure of C++
  • Variables, Data Types, and Operators
  • Control Structures: If, Switch, and Loops

• Object-Oriented Programming (OOP) Concepts

  • Introduction to OOP in C++
  • Classes and Objects
  • Constructors and Destructors
  • Encapsulation, Inheritance, and Polymorphism

• C++ for Game Development

  • Writing Game Code in C++
  • Using Functions and Procedures in Games
  • Managing Game State with C++ Code
  • Memory Management in C++ for Games

• Graphics and Game Loop

  • Introduction to Game Loops
  • Using a Graphics Library (e.g., SDL, SFML)
  • Drawing Basic 2D Shapes and Images
  • Handling Animation and Timing

• Handling Input and Events

  • Managing User Input: Keyboard, Mouse, and Gamepad
  • Event-Driven Programming in Games
  • Polling Input and Responding to User Actions

• Working with Sound and Music

  • Adding Sound Effects to Your Game
  • Implementing Background Music
  • Audio Libraries for C++ Games

• Game Physics and Collision Detection

  • Basics of Physics in Game Development
  • Implementing Simple Collision Detection
  • Handling Gravity, Velocity, and Movement in 2D Games

• Game AI (Artificial Intelligence)

  • Introduction to Game AI Techniques
  • Pathfinding Algorithms (e.g., A* Algorithm)
  • Finite State Machines for Game Character Behavior

• Building a Simple Game

  • Step-by-Step Guide to Building a Basic Game in C++
  • Setting Up Game Entities: Players, Enemies, and Obstacles
  • Implementing Game Rules and Win/Loss Conditions

• Working with Game Engines

  • Overview of Game Engines (Unity, Unreal Engine, and C++ Integration)
  • How to Interface C++ with Game Engines
  • Advantages of Using a Game Engine for Game Development

• Optimizing C++ Code for Games

  • Performance Considerations in Game Programming
  • Code Profiling and Optimization Techniques
  • Managing Resources Efficiently (Memory, CPU, etc.)

• Debugging and Testing Your Game

  • Debugging Techniques for C++ Game Development
  • Common Bugs and How to Fix Them
  • Unit Testing and Game Testing Best Practices

• Deploying Your Game

  • Preparing Your Game for Release
  • Distributing Your Game on Different Platforms
  • Packaging and Creating Executables for Various Operating Systems

• Conclusion and Next Steps

  • Recap of What You’ve Learned in C++ Game Programming
  • Resources for Further Learning and Practice
  • Exploring Advanced C++ Game Development Topics

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