brynner03 / beginning-cpp-through-game-programming

Beginning C++ Through Game Programming

About the Project

The main goal of this project is to learn C++ through game programming. I will be following along with the examples and exercises presented in the book "Beginning C++ Through Game Programming" by Michael Dawson. The project will include the code and projects I create while working through the book.

Getting Started

Prerequisites

Before starting, you'll need the following installed:

• C++ compiler (e.g., GNU Compiler Collection - g++)
• Code Editor (Visual Studio Code, Sublime Text, etc.)

Course Outline

The course is divided into several chapters, covering different aspects of C++ game programming. Here's a brief outline of what to expect:

1. Introduction to C++: Guess My Number Game

   • A brief introduction to C++ programming language and a simple "Guess My Number" game project.

2. Working with Variables and Constants: Monster Attack Game

   • Understanding how to declare and use variables and constants in C++.
   • Building a "Monster Attack" game project.

3. Understanding Arrays and Strings: Word Jumble Game

   • Working with arrays and strings in C++ to store and manipulate data.
   • Creating a "Word Jumble" game project.

4. Implementing Expressions, Decisions, and Loops: High-Low Game

   • Learning about expressions, decision-making with conditionals, and loops.
   • Developing a "High-Low" game project.

5. Creating Functions in C++: Tic-Tac-Toe Game

   • Writing functions to modularize code and enhance code reusability.
   • Constructing a "Tic-Tac-Toe" game project.

6. Introducing Object-Oriented Programming: BattleShip Game

   • Getting started with object-oriented programming (OOP) concepts in C++.
   • Designing a "BattleShip" game project.

7. Extending Classes and Inheritance: Hand Cricket Game

   • Understanding class inheritance and extending class functionalities.
   • Implementing a "Hand Cricket" game project.

8. Working with Polymorphism and Abstract Classes: Slot Machine Game

   • Exploring polymorphism and abstract classes for flexible object behavior.
   • Creating a "Slot Machine" game project.

9. Understanding File I/O: Hangman Game

   • Working with file input/output operations in C++.
   • Building a "Hangman" game project.

10. Building Simple Games: Blackjack Game

    • Putting everything together to create simple games using C++.
    • Developing a "Blackjack" game project.

Progress

I will update this section regularly to keep track of my progress throughout the course. Feel free to check out the code and projects as I move through the chapters.

• Chapter 1 - Introduction to C++: Guess My Number Game
• Chapter 2 - Working with Variables and Constants: Monster Attack Game
• Chapter 3 - Understanding Arrays and Strings: Word Jumble Game
• Chapter 4 - Implementing Expressions, Decisions, and Loops: High-Low Game
• Chapter 5 - Creating Functions in C++: Tic-Tac-Toe Game
• Chapter 6 - Introducing Object-Oriented Programming: BattleShip Game
• Chapter 7 - Extending Classes and Inheritance: Hand Cricket Game
• Chapter 8 - Working with Polymorphism and Abstract Classes: Slot Machine Game
• Chapter 9 - Understanding File I/O: Hangman Game
• Chapter 10 - Building Simple Games: Blackjack Gamek