computer programming

Written for passionate gamers hoping to turn their skills into a career immediately, this title prepares students for the realities of this competitive industry. Covering all facets of the gaming industry, including production and sales, it also looks into traditional gaming outside of the multimedia industry. With a particular focus on the practical challenges of breaking into the world of gaming and strategies to help students prepare for working in the field, it aims to provide a range of entry points.

"Ever wondered how computer games and the Internet work? The answer is coding! Discover the history of coding from early computers to the present day. Find out what computer coding is and how it helps every part of our lives"--Back cover.

Learn how to program Sphero robots to complete a variety of fun activities.

A comprehensive analysis of sorting and searching in correlation with computer programming theory and practice.

A comprehensive analysis of combinatorial algorithms in correlation with computer programming theory and practice.

Describes the history and present day development of computer programming and the people that do it, ranging from students to professional programmers. Discusses the opportunities and challenges of high technology programs and their applications around the world.

From sending messages to creating music, computers are used in many ways. Through fun activities, simple graphics, and clear text, this book shows readers not only what computers are used for but how these different applications work. Readers will also be reminded about responsible and safe ways to use computers.

A step-by-step guide to writing code in the programming language Python that features projects for graphics, apps, games, and more.

A handbook for creating, testing, and playing colorful 2-D computer games.

A collection of coding projects that use such elements as Scratch, sounds and music, and blocks.