Microsoft XNA Game Studio 4.0: Learn Programming Now!: How to Program for Windows Phone 7, Xbox 360, Zune Devices, and More

Microsoft XNA Game Studio 4.0: Learn Programming Now!: How to Program for Windows Phone 7, Xbox 360, Zune Devices, and More

by RobMiles (Author)

Synopsis

Now you can build your own games for your Xbox 360, Windows Phone 7, or Windows-based PC-as you learn the underlying concepts for computer programming. Use this hands-on guide to dive straight into your first project-adding new tools and tricks to your arsenal as you go. No experience required! * Learn XNA and C# fundamentals-and increase the challenge with each chapter * Write code to create and control game behavior * Build your game's display-from graphics and text to lighting and 3-D effects * Capture and cue sounds * Process input from keyboards and gamepads * Create features for one or multiple players * Tweak existing games-and invent totally new ones

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Format: Paperback
Pages: 464
Edition: 1
Publisher: MICROSOFT PRESS
Published: 22 Feb 2011

ISBN 10: 0735651574
ISBN 13: 9780735651579

Author Bio

Rob Miles has been teaching computer programming for more than 25 years. An expert on Visual C#(R) and a Microsoft MVP for Device Application Development, Rob enjoys inspiring new and experienced programmers. As well as writing his own games, programs, and poetry, Rob has consulted on a wide range of commercial software projects.