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Getting Started Newbie Questions
#1

So I have browsed the current resources and available tutorials for free on Corona, but was wondering if anyone would recommend would recommend some of the books that have been made available like the ones featured here… http://www.coronalabs.com/resources/books/ . I am familiar with great sites like Peach’s and was looking for a few more learning resources too.

I am open to other suggestions and look forward to seeing you all on these forums more. Thanks

I would love to hear some of the routes you all took to learn it. Have a good one! [import]uid: 134652 topic_id: 31785 reply_id: 331785[/import]

#2

Hi Ed,

Thanks so much for the mention :slight_smile: Most appreciated.

I would suggest taking a look at Michelle’s book (as listed on the page you linked to) - Brian Burton’s is also fantastic. If you plan on getting more than one then both are excellent options :slight_smile:

Peach [import]uid: 52491 topic_id: 31785 reply_id: 126922[/import]

#3

@EdMaddox

Hi. I’m currently in the midst of releasing a free starter kit - “Super Starter Kit for Corona” aka SSKCorona.

It is still very much in beta, but already contains the following:

  1. The SSK Library - A Lua library containing several object factories, helper classes, utilities, global and class addons, etc.

  2. A sample game framework - An empty starter game using Storyboard + SSK. It currently has these parts:

  • Splash/Loading Screen
  • Main Menu
  • Options
  • Help
  • Credits
  • Play GUI

It is currently only for single-player games, but the multi-player changes are coming soon and will include a full set of ready made classes and events for MP game communication and logic.

  1. SSK Sampler - A big part of this free release is the sampler. The sampler is a ready made app, where I provide the following kinds of samples:
  • Benchmarks (not ready yet)
  • Forum Help - I answer questions on the forum and will over time fill this section with working examples of the solution.
  • Input ‘Devices’ - Testing for some standard input devices that can be made with the SSK factories, including: Virtual Dpad/Joystick and miscellaneous snap-sliders.
  • Interfaces - Examples of more sophisticated interfaces elements
  • Mechanics - Sample mechanics like one-way platforms, screen-wrap, …
  • Prototypes - Sample game ideas I’ve worked on. Usually just a part of the game.
  • Snippets - Self-explanatory I think. )
  • Testing/Validation - Samples designed to test SSK, device features, and/or Corona SDK features.
  • more…

Once I get SSK somewhat stable, I will start working on tutorials covering the following kinds of topics:

  • How to make specific game examples w/ Corona SDK and SSK
  • How to use the SSK Sampler (if you want to add to it)
  • …

* You can see some examples of SSK in action here:

* You can get SSK here: https://github.com/roaminggamer/SSKCorona

* My site is here: http://roaminggamer.com/ (Subscribe to my RSS if you want to get annoucements about future SSK and Tutorial updates.)

Cheers!

-edo out

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#4

Hi,

In addition to Dr Burtons and Michelle’s books i would also recommend looking at learningcorona.com. If you need anything outside those resources using the online forums would be your best bet though nothing beats actually getting hands down with code. :slight_smile:

Please let me know if there is anything specific you need help with. you can send me email at altafr@gmail.com

regards
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#5

Hi Ed,

Thanks so much for the mention :slight_smile: Most appreciated.

I would suggest taking a look at Michelle’s book (as listed on the page you linked to) - Brian Burton’s is also fantastic. If you plan on getting more than one then both are excellent options :slight_smile:

Peach [import]uid: 52491 topic_id: 31785 reply_id: 126922[/import]

#6

@EdMaddox

Hi. I’m currently in the midst of releasing a free starter kit - “Super Starter Kit for Corona” aka SSKCorona.

It is still very much in beta, but already contains the following:

  1. The SSK Library - A Lua library containing several object factories, helper classes, utilities, global and class addons, etc.

  2. A sample game framework - An empty starter game using Storyboard + SSK. It currently has these parts:

  • Splash/Loading Screen
  • Main Menu
  • Options
  • Help
  • Credits
  • Play GUI

It is currently only for single-player games, but the multi-player changes are coming soon and will include a full set of ready made classes and events for MP game communication and logic.

  1. SSK Sampler - A big part of this free release is the sampler. The sampler is a ready made app, where I provide the following kinds of samples:
  • Benchmarks (not ready yet)
  • Forum Help - I answer questions on the forum and will over time fill this section with working examples of the solution.
  • Input ‘Devices’ - Testing for some standard input devices that can be made with the SSK factories, including: Virtual Dpad/Joystick and miscellaneous snap-sliders.
  • Interfaces - Examples of more sophisticated interfaces elements
  • Mechanics - Sample mechanics like one-way platforms, screen-wrap, …
  • Prototypes - Sample game ideas I’ve worked on. Usually just a part of the game.
  • Snippets - Self-explanatory I think. )
  • Testing/Validation - Samples designed to test SSK, device features, and/or Corona SDK features.
  • more…

Once I get SSK somewhat stable, I will start working on tutorials covering the following kinds of topics:

  • How to make specific game examples w/ Corona SDK and SSK
  • How to use the SSK Sampler (if you want to add to it)
  • …

* You can see some examples of SSK in action here:

* You can get SSK here: https://github.com/roaminggamer/SSKCorona

* My site is here: http://roaminggamer.com/ (Subscribe to my RSS if you want to get annoucements about future SSK and Tutorial updates.)

Cheers!

-edo out

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#7

Hi,

In addition to Dr Burtons and Michelle’s books i would also recommend looking at learningcorona.com. If you need anything outside those resources using the online forums would be your best bet though nothing beats actually getting hands down with code. :slight_smile:

Please let me know if there is anything specific you need help with. you can send me email at altafr@gmail.com

regards
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#8

Learning resource books benefit students by supplementing the learning process. They function as a place to introduce, reinforce and expand student learning, and can be school or community based. Centers can provide access to learning materials or serve as a peer learning center. There are a various types of learning centers, each geared toward providing students with resources to expand their educational experience. Thanks a lot.
Regards,
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#9

Learning resource books benefit students by supplementing the learning process. They function as a place to introduce, reinforce and expand student learning, and can be school or community based. Centers can provide access to learning materials or serve as a peer learning center. There are a various types of learning centers, each geared toward providing students with resources to expand their educational experience. Thanks a lot.
Regards,
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#10

I’d like to thank everyone for all the great input and advice. I got a lot to work with now!

Will [import]uid: 134652 topic_id: 31785 reply_id: 130718[/import]

#11

I’d like to thank everyone for all the great input and advice. I got a lot to work with now!

Will [import]uid: 134652 topic_id: 31785 reply_id: 130718[/import]

#12

I took an introductory programming class a year ago and loved it. I am thinking of teaching myself some programming, and I am wanting ideas from anyone who is experienced as to what the best language is to learn and why. If you could also maybe list any books that would get a beginner like me started that would be awesome. Thanks a lot.
Regards,
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#13

I took an introductory programming class a year ago and loved it. I am thinking of teaching myself some programming, and I am wanting ideas from anyone who is experienced as to what the best language is to learn and why. If you could also maybe list any books that would get a beginner like me started that would be awesome. Thanks a lot.
Regards,
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