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Learning Java by Building Android Games - Explore Java Through Mobile Game Development
Key FeaturesAcquaint yourself with Java and object-oriented programming, from zero previous experienceBuild four cool games for your phone and tablet, from retro arcade-style games to memory and education games, and gain the knowledge to design and create your own games tooWalk through the fundamentals of building games and use that experience as a springboard to study advanced game development or just have funBook DescriptionAndroid is the fastest growing operating system (OS) with one of the largest installed bases of any mobile OS. Android uses one of the most popular programming languages, Java, as the primary language for building apps of all types. So, you should first obtain a solid grasp of the Java language and its foundation APIs to improve the chances of succeeding as an Android app developer.
This book will show you how to get your Android development environment set up and you will soon have your first working game. The difficulty level grows steadily with the introduction of key Java topics such as loops, methods, and OOP. You'll then use them in the development of games. You will learn how to build a math test game, a Simon-like memory game, a retro pong-style game, and for the grand finale, a Snake-style, retro arcade game with real Google Play leaderboards and achievements. The book has a hands-on approach and is packed with screenshots.
What You Will LearnSet up an efficient, professional game development environment in Android StudioBuild your very own Android UI using easy to-use tools in Android StudioAdd real-time interaction with Java threads and implement locking/handling screen rotation, pixel graphics, clicks, animation, sound FX, and many other features in your gamesExplore object-oriented programming (OOP) and design scalable, reliable, and well-written Java games or apps on almost any Android deviceBuild and deploy a graphical pong-style game using advanced OOP conceptsExplore APIs and implement advanced features such as online leaderboards and achievements using Google game servicesMake your game compelling to be the next big hit on Google Play market with a content update strategy and in-game marketingAbout the AuthorJohn Horton is a technology enthusiast based in UK. When he is not writing apps, books, or blog articles for Game Code School, he can usually be found playing computer games or indulging in a Nerf war.
Table of ContentsWhy Java, Android, and Games?Getting Started with AndroidSpeaking Java - Your First GameDiscovering Loops and MethodsGaming and Java EssentialsOOP - Using Other People's Hard WorkRetro Squash GameThe Snake GameMaking Your Game the next Big Thing
This book will show you how to get your Android development environment set up and you will soon have your first working game. The difficulty level grows steadily with the introduction of key Java topics such as loops, methods, and OOP. You'll then use them in the development of games. You will learn how to build a math test game, a Simon-like memory game, a retro pong-style game, and for the grand finale, a Snake-style, retro arcade game with real Google Play leaderboards and achievements. The book has a hands-on approach and is packed with screenshots.
What You Will LearnSet up an efficient, professional game development environment in Android StudioBuild your very own Android UI using easy to-use tools in Android StudioAdd real-time interaction with Java threads and implement locking/handling screen rotation, pixel graphics, clicks, animation, sound FX, and many other features in your gamesExplore object-oriented programming (OOP) and design scalable, reliable, and well-written Java games or apps on almost any Android deviceBuild and deploy a graphical pong-style game using advanced OOP conceptsExplore APIs and implement advanced features such as online leaderboards and achievements using Google game servicesMake your game compelling to be the next big hit on Google Play market with a content update strategy and in-game marketingAbout the AuthorJohn Horton is a technology enthusiast based in UK. When he is not writing apps, books, or blog articles for Game Code School, he can usually be found playing computer games or indulging in a Nerf war.
Table of ContentsWhy Java, Android, and Games?Getting Started with AndroidSpeaking Java - Your First GameDiscovering Loops and MethodsGaming and Java EssentialsOOP - Using Other People's Hard WorkRetro Squash GameThe Snake GameMaking Your Game the next Big Thing
393 pages, Kindle Edition
First published January 29, 2015
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March 8, 2017
This book is excellent for getting acquainted with java and making android games. It's only downfall is that there are just so many typos in it.
July 16, 2015
This book is the best place to start your android development and game development journey together.. This book doesn't assume you to know anything about java or android. It starts from complete scratch teaching you the basics of Java and then moving on to android. I love books which teach by actually doing some projects and this book is those kind of books. It teaches you java and android and on the way shows you how to build 3 fun games. The author also explains, why learning programming by creating games is very helpful.
Android studio is used in this book as the java and android IDE. I love the way the author starts with basics of java and then explains object oriented programming concepts on the way. Each chapter shows a new feature of Java or Android or both and then applies them in real code. By the time you finish this book, you will have a very good idea about java, android and game development. Moreover you will have two Retro android games created by yourself.
Finally I would recommend anyone who wants to start is journey in android development/ game development to start with this book.
Android studio is used in this book as the java and android IDE. I love the way the author starts with basics of java and then explains object oriented programming concepts on the way. Each chapter shows a new feature of Java or Android or both and then applies them in real code. By the time you finish this book, you will have a very good idea about java, android and game development. Moreover you will have two Retro android games created by yourself.
Finally I would recommend anyone who wants to start is journey in android development/ game development to start with this book.
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