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Just Started

Posted 20 January 2012 - 09:43 PM

Hello yesterday i bought a c++ book Beginning C++ Through Game Programming when i finish this book i am going to make hopefully a top down RPG for the DS called the Hynix Shadows i have programmed in game maker before for a year but thats it. but i have some questions 1. whats the point of a scripting langue
2. Whats the point of an API and finally. 3. should i start smaller.

sorry for spelling i am only 11
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Re: Just Started

Posted 20 January 2012 - 09:56 PM

Moved this from the Cubicle Corner to the Game Programming section..
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Posted 21 January 2012 - 07:30 AM

"Should I start smaller"
Well... If you think your first application is going to be an RPG game, then yes.

There's going to be a couple years of learning and several small applications to build up your skills before you take on a game.
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Re: Just Started

Posted 21 January 2012 - 08:07 AM

This thread might be a good read for you.

http://www.dreaminco...0&#entry1535650
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