Learn C# programming from scratch using Unity as a fun and accessible entry point with this updated edition of the bestselling series.Includes invitation to join the online Unity Game Development community to read the book alongside peers, Unity developers/C# programmers and Harrison Ferrone.Key FeaturesDevelop a strong foundation of programming concepts and the C# languageBecome confident with Unity fundamentals and features in line with Unity 2022Build a playable game prototype in Unity—a working first-person shooter game prototypeBook DescriptionIt's the ability to write custom C# scripts for behaviors and game mechanics that really takes Unity the extra mile. That's where this book can help you as a new programmer!Harrison Ferrone, in this seventh edition of the bestselling series, will take you through the building blocks of programming and the C# language from scratch while building a fun and playable game prototype in Unity.This book will teach you the fundamentals of OOPs, basic concepts of C#, and Unity engine with lots of code samples, exercises and tips to go beyond the book with your work.You will write C# scripts for simple game mechanics, perform procedural programming, and add complexity to your games by introducing intelligent enemies and damage-dealing projectiles. You will explore the fundamentals of Unity game development, including game design, lighting basics, player movement, camera controls, collisions, and more with every passing chapter.Note: The screenshots in the book display the Unity editor in full-screen mode for a comprehensive view. Users can easily reference color versions of images by downloading them from the GitHub repository or the graphics bundle linked in the book.What you will learnUnderstanding programming fundamentals by breaking them down into their basic partsComprehensive explanations with sample codes of object-oriented programming and how it applies to C#Follow simple steps and examples to create and implement C# scripts in UnityDivide your code into pluggable building blocks using interfaces, abstract classes, and class extensionsGrasp the basics of a game design document and then move on to blocking out your level geometry, adding lighting and a simple object animationCreate basic game mechanics such as player controllers and shooting projectiles using C#Become familiar with stacks, queues, exceptions, error handling, and other core C# conceptsLearn how to handle text, XML, and JSON data to save and load your game dataWho this book is forIf you're a developer, programmer, hobbyist, or anyone who wants to get started with Unity and C# programming in a fun and engaging manner, this book is for you. You'll still be able to follow along if you don't have programming experience, but knowing the basics will help you get the most out of this book.Table of ContentsGetting to Know Your EnvironmentThe Building Blocks of ProgrammingDiving into Variables, Types, and MethodsControl Flow and Collection TypesWorking with Classes, Structs, and OOPGetting Your Hands Dirty with UnityMovement, Camera Controls, and CollisionsScripting Game MechanicsBasic AI and Enemy BehaviorRevisiting Types, Methods, and ClassesSpecialized Collection Types and LINQSaving, Loading, and Serializing DataExploring Generics, Delegates, and BeyondThe Journey Continues
✔ Author(s): Harrison Ferrone
✔ Title: Learning C# by Developing Games with Unity: Get to grips with coding in C# and build simple 3D games in Unity 2022 from the ground up, 7th Edition
✔ Rating : 4.5 out of 5 base on (59 reviews)
✔ ISBN-10: 1837636877
✔ ISBN-13: 9781837636877
✔ Language: English
✔ Format ebook: PDF, EPUB, Kindle, Audio, HTML and MOBI
✔ Device compatibles: Android, iOS, PC and Amazon Kindle
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Thea Bell
The author's writing style is so captivating; I couldn't put the book down. Every sentence was beautifully crafted, and the descriptions painted vivid images in my mind. A true literary gem.
Kara Snyder
The plot twists were executed masterfully. I was left gasping at every unexpected turn, and the suspense kept me on edge throughout. Bravo to the author for keeping me guessing.
Rosa Bax
This book is a treasure trove of knowledge and wisdom. The insights offered by the characters and their experiences have left a lasting impression on me.
