by RobMiles (Author)
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
Format: Paperback
Pages: 464
Edition: 1
Publisher: MICROSOFT PRESS
Published: 22 Feb 2011
ISBN 10: 0735651574
ISBN 13: 9780735651579
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.