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  • 1
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    Android programming for beginners : build in-depth, full-featured Android 9 Pie apps starting from zero programming experience (2018)
    Birmingham, UK : Packt Publishing
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    ISBN: 9781789531039 , 1789531039
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 volume) , illustrations
    Edition: Second edition.
    Keywords: Android (Electronic resource) ; Application software ; Development ; Java (Computer program language) ; Mobile apps ; Electronic books ; Electronic books ; local
    Abstract: Learn all the Java and Android skills you need to start making powerful mobile applications with practical and actionable steps Key Features Kick-start your Android programming career, or just have fun publishing apps to the Google Play marketplace A first-principles introduction to Java, via Android, which means you'll be able to start building your own applications from scratch Learn by example and build four real-world apps and dozens of mini-apps throughout the book Book Description Are you trying to start a career in programming, but haven't found the right way in? Do you have a great idea for an app, but don't know how to make it a reality? Or maybe you're just frustrated that in order to learn Android, you must know Java. If so, then this book is for you. This new and expanded second edition of Android Programming for Beginners will be your companion to create Android Pie applications from scratch. We will introduce you to all the fundamental concepts of programming in an Android context, from the basics of Java to working with the Android API. All examples use the up-to-date API classes, and are created from within Android Studio, the official Android development environment that helps supercharge your application development process. After this crash course, we'll dive deeper into Android programming and you'll learn how to create applications with a professional-standard UI through fragments and store your user's data with SQLite. In addition, you'll see how to make your apps multilingual, draw to the screen with a finger, and work with graphics, sound, and animations too. By the end of this book, you'll be ready to start building your own custom applications in Android and Java. What you will learn Master the fundamentals of coding Java for Android Pie Install and set up your Android development environment Build functional user interfaces with the Android Studio visual designer Add user interaction, data captures, sound, and animation to your apps Manage your apps' data using the built-in Android SQLite database Find out about the design patterns used by professionals to make top-grade applications Build, deploy, and publish real Android applications to the Google Play marketplace Who this book is for This book is for you if you are completely new to Java, Android, or programming and want to make Android applications. This book also acts as a refresher for those who already have experience of using Java on Android to advance their ...
    Note: Previous edition published: 2015. - Description based on online resource; title from cover (Safari, viewed December 12, 2018)
    URL: https://learning.oreilly.com/library/view/-/9781789538502/?ar
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  • 2
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    Learning Java by building Android games : learn Java and Android from scratch by building six exciting games (2018)
    Birmingham, UK : Packt Publishing
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    ISBN: 9781788836722 , 1788836723
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 volume) , illustrations
    Edition: Second edition.
    Keywords: Android (Electronic resource) ; Mobile games ; Design ; Mobile games ; Development ; Application software ; Development ; Electronic books ; Electronic books ; local
    Abstract: Get ready for a fun-filled experience of learning Java by developing games for the Android platform Key Features Learn Java, Android, and object-oriented programming from scratch Build games including Sub Hunter, Retro Pong, Bullet Hell, Classic Snake, and a 2D Scrolling Shooter Create and design your own games, such as an open-world platform game Book Description Android is one of the most popular mobile operating systems presently. It uses the most popular programming language, Java, as the primary language for building apps of all types. However, this book is unlike other Android books in that it doesn't assume that you already have Java proficiency. This new and expanded second edition of Learning Java by Building Android Games shows you how to start building Android games from scratch. The difficulty level will grow steadily as you explore key Java topics, such as variables, loops, methods, object oriented programming, and design patterns, including code and examples that are written for Java 9 and Android P. At each stage, you will put what you've learned into practice by developing a game. You will build games such as Minesweeper, Retro Pong, Bullet Hell, and Classic Snake and Scrolling Shooter games. In the later chapters, you will create a time-trial, open-world platform game. By the end of the book, you will not only have grasped Java and Android but will also have developed six cool games for the Android platform. What you will learn Set up a game development environment in Android Studio Implement screen locking, screen rotation, pixel graphics, and play sound effects Respond to a player's touch, and program intelligent enemies who challenge the player in different ways Learn game development concepts, such as collision detection, animating sprite sheets, simple tracking and following, AI, parallax backgrounds, and particle explosions Animate objects at 60 frames per second (FPS) and manage multiple independent objects using Object-Oriented Programming (OOP) Understand the essentials of game programming, such as design patterns, object-oriented programming, Singleton, strategy, and entity-component patterns Learn how to use the Android API, including Activity lifecycle, detecting version number, SoundPool API, Paint, Canvas, and Bitmap classes Build a side-scrolling shooter and an open world 2D platformer using advanced OOP concepts and programming patterns Who this book is for Learning Java by Building Android Games is for you if ...
    Note: Previous edition published: 2015. - Includes index. - Description based on online resource; title from cover (Safari, viewed September 19, 2018)
    URL: https://learning.oreilly.com/library/view/-/9781788839150/?ar
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  • 3
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    Android game programming : a developer's guide : extend your game development skills by harnessing the power of Android SDK : a course in three modules (2016)
    Birmingham, UK : Packt Publishing
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    ISBN: 9781787125780 , 1787125785
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 volume) , illustrations
    Keywords: Android (Electronic resource) ; Computer games ; Programming ; Computer games ; Development ; Electronic books ; Electronic books ; local
    Abstract: Extend your game development skills by harnessing the power of Android SDK About This Book Gain the knowledge to design and build highly interactive and amazing games for your phone and tablet from scratch Create games that run at super-smooth 60 frames per second with the help of these easy-to-follow projects Understand the internals of a game engine by building one and seeing the reasoning behind each of the components Who This Book Is For If you are completely new to Java, Android, or game programming, this book is for you. If you want to publish Android games for fun or for business and are not sure where to start, then this book will show you what to do, step by step, from the start. What You Will Learn Set up an efficient, professional game development environment in Android Studio Explore object-oriented programming (OOP) and design scalable, reliable, and well-written Java games or apps on almost any Android device Build simple to advanced game engines for different types of game, with cool features such as sprite sheet character animation and scrolling parallax backgrounds Implement basic and advanced collision detection mechanics Process multitouch screen input effectively and efficiently Implement a flexible and advanced game engine that uses OpenGL ES 2 to ensure fast, smooth frame rates Use animations and particle systems to provide a rich experience Create beautiful, responsive, and reusable UIs by taking advantage of the Android SDK Integrate Google Play Services to provide achievements and leaderboards to the players In Detail Gaming has historically been a strong driver of technology, whether we're talking about hardware or software performance, the variety of input methods, or graphics support, and the Android game platform is no different. Android is a mature, yet still growing, platform that many game developers have embraced as it provides tools, APIs, and services to help bootstrap Android projects and ensure their success, many of which are specially designed to help game developers. Since Android uses one of the most popular programming languages, Java, as the primary language to build apps of all types, you will start this course by first obtaining a solid grasp of the Java language and its foundation APIs. This will improve your chances of succeeding as an Android app developer. We will show you how to get your Android development environment set up and you will soon have your first working game. The course covers all...
    Note: Authors: John Horton, Raul Portales. Cf. Credits page. - Includes bibliographical references and index. - Description based on online resource; title from title page (Safari, viewed October 11, 2016)
    URL: https://learning.oreilly.com/library/view/-/9781787128583/?ar
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  • 4
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    Beginning C++ game programming : learn C++ from scratch and get started building your very own games (2016)
    Birmingham, UK : Packt Publishing
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    ISBN: 9781786467775 , 1786467771
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 volume) , illustrations
    Keywords: C++ (Computer program language) ; Computer games ; Programming ; Electronic books ; Electronic books ; local
    Abstract: Learn C++ from scratch and get started building your very own games About This Book This book offers a fun way to learn modern C++ programming while building exciting 2D games This beginner-friendly guide offers a fast-paced but engaging approach to game development Dive headfirst into building a wide variety of desktop games that gradually increase in complexity It is packed with many suggestions to expand your finished games that will make you think critically, technically, and creatively Who This Book Is For This book is perfect for you if any of the following describes you: You have no C++ programming knowledge whatsoever or need a beginner level refresher course, if you want to learn to build games or just use games as an engaging way to learn C++, if you have aspirations to publish a game one day, perhaps on Steam, or if you just want to have loads of fun and impress friends with your creations. What You Will Learn Get to know C++ from scratch while simultaneously learning game building Learn the basics of C++, such as variables, loops, and functions to animate game objects, respond to collisions, keep score, play sound effects, and build your first playable game. Use more advanced C++ topics such as classes, inheritance, and references to spawn and control thousands of enemies, shoot with a rapid fire machine gun, and realize random scrolling game-worlds Stretch your C++ knowledge beyond the beginner level and use concepts such as pointers, references, and the Standard Template Library to add features like split-screen coop, immersive directional sound, and custom levels loaded from level-design files Get ready to go and build your own unique games! In Detail This book is all about offering you a fun introduction to the world of game programming, C++, and the OpenGL-powered SFML using three fun, fully-playable games. These games are an addictive frantic two-button tapper, a multi-level zombie survival shooter, and a split-screen multiplayer puzzle-platformer. We will start with the very basics of programming, such as variables, loops, and conditions and you will become more skillful with each game as you move through the key C++ topics, such as OOP (Object-Orientated Programming), C++ pointers, and an introduction to the Standard Template Library. While building these games, you will also learn exciting game programming concepts like particle effects, directional sound (spatialization), OpenGL programmable Shaders, spawning thousands of...
    Note: Description based on online resource; title from cover (Safari, viewed November 11, 2016)
    URL: https://learning.oreilly.com/library/view/-/9781786466198/?ar
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  • 5
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    Android programming for beginners : learn all the Java and Android skills you need to start making powerful mobile applications (2015)
    Birmingham, UK : Packt Publishing
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    ISBN: 9781785889035 , 1785889036
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 volume) , illustrations.
    Series Statement: Community experience distilled
    Keywords: Android (Electronic resource) ; Application software ; Development ; Tablet computers ; Programming ; Smartphones ; Programming ; Electronic books ; Electronic books ; local
    Abstract: Learn all the Java and Android skills you need to start making powerful mobile applications About This Book Kick-start your Android programming career, or just have fun publishing apps to the Google Play marketplace A first-principles introduction to Java, via Android, which means you'll be able to start building your own applications from scratch Learn by example and build three real-world apps and over 40 mini apps throughout the book Who This Book Is For Are you trying to start a career in programming, but haven't found the right way in? Do you have a great idea for an app, but don't know how to make it a reality? Or maybe you're just frustrated that ?to learn Android, you must know java.? If so, Android Programming for Beginners is for you. You don't need any programming experience to follow along with this book, just a computer and a sense of adventure. What You Will Learn Master the fundamentals of coding Java for Android Install and set up your Android development environment Build functional user interfaces with the Android Studio visual designer Add user interaction, data captures, sound, and animation to your apps Manage your apps' data using the built-in Android SQLite database Find out about the design patterns used by professionals to make top-grade applications Build, deploy, and publish real Android applications to the Google Play marketplace In Detail Android is the most popular OS in the world. There are millions of devices accessing tens of thousands of applications. It is many people's entry point into the world of technology; it is an operating system for everyone. Despite this, the entry-fee to actually make Android applications is usually a computer science degree, or five years' worth of Java experience. Android Programming for Beginners will be your companion to create Android applications from scratch - whether you're looking to start your programming career, make an application for work, be reintroduced to mobile development, or are just looking to program for fun. We will introduce you to all the fundamental concepts of programming in an Android context, from the Java basics to working with the Android API. All examples are created from within Android Studio, the official Android development environment that helps supercharge your application development process. After this crash-course, we'll dive deeper into Android programming and you'll learn how to create applications with a professional-standard UI through frag...
    Note: Includes index. - Description based on online resource; title from title page (viewed January 25, 2016)
    URL: https://learning.oreilly.com/library/view/-/9781785883262/?ar
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  • 6
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    Android game programming by example : harness the power of the Android SDK by building three immersive and captivating games (2015)
    Birmingham, UK : Packt Publishing
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    ISBN: 9781785286193 , 1785286196
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 volume) , illustrations.
    Series Statement: Community experience distilled
    Keywords: Android (Electronic resource) ; Computer games ; Programming ; Computer games ; Development ; Electronic books ; Electronic books ; local
    Abstract: Harness the power of the Android SDK by building three immersive and captivating games Implement the critical main game loop and structure your games to enable an array of advanced features Animate your characters with sprite sheets, add multiple scrolling parallax backgrounds, and implement genuinely tough, playable levels in your games Build super-smooth 60 frames per second with the help of this easy-to-follow, projects-based guide In Detail Android gaming is a hot topic these days, but one of the few areas of technology that does not have an abundance of clear and useful documentation online. However, there is an ever-increasing demand for Android games. This book will help you get up to speed with the essentials of game development with Android. The book begins by teaching you the setup of a game development environment on a fundamental level. Moving on, the book deals with concepts such as building a home screen UI, implementing game objects, and painting the scene at a fixed resolution. Gradually, it builds up to the implementation of a flexible and advanced game engine that uses OpenGL ES 2 for fast, smooth frame rates. This is achieved by starting with a simple game and gradually increasing the complexity of the three complete games built step by step. By the end of the book, you will have successfully built three exciting games over the course of three engrossing and insightful projects. What You Will Learn Build simple to advanced game engines for different types of game, with cool features such as sprite sheet character animation and scrolling parallax backgrounds Design and implement genuinely challenging and playable levels Implement the critical main game loop Implement basic and advanced collision detection mechanics Bring to life a challenging enemy AI Make the math behind 2D rotation, velocity, and collisions simple Run your game designs at 60 frames per second or better Process multitouch screen input effectively and efficiently Implement a multitude of other game features such as pickups, firing weapons, HUDs, generating and playing sound FX, scenery, level transition, high scores, and more Implement a flexible and advanced game engine that uses OpenGL ES 2 for fast, smooth frame rates
    Note: Includes index. - Description based on online resource; title from cover (Safari, viewed July 20, 2015)
    URL: https://learning.oreilly.com/library/view/-/9781785280122/?ar
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  • 7
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    Learning Java by building Android games : get ready for a fun-filled experience of learning Java by developing games for the Android platform (2015)
    Birmingham, UK : Packt Publishing
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    ISBN: 9781784393847 , 1784393843
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 volume) , illustrations.
    Series Statement: Community experience distilled
    Keywords: Android (Electronic resource) ; Mobile games ; Design ; Mobile games ; Development ; Application software ; Development ; Electronic books ; Electronic books ; local
    Abstract: Get ready for a fun-filled experience of learning Java by developing games for the Android platform In Detail Android 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 Learn Set up an efficient, professional game development environment in Android Studio Build your very own Android UI using easy to-use tools in Android Studio Add real-time interaction with Java threads and implement locking/handling screen rotation, pixel graphics, clicks, animation, sound FX, and many other features in your games Explore object-oriented programming (OOP) and design scalable, reliable, and well-written Java games or apps on almost any Android device Build and deploy a graphical pong-style game using advanced OOP concepts Explore APIs and implement advanced features such as online leaderboards and achievements using Google game services Make your game compelling to be the next big hit on Google Play market with a content update strategy and in-game marketing
    Note: Includes index. - Description based on online resource; title from cover (Safari, viewed February 19, 2015)
    URL: https://learning.oreilly.com/library/view/-/9781784398859/?ar
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