About this product

Product Identifiers

PublisherMercury Learning & Information

ISBN-101938549872

ISBN-139781938549878

eBay Product ID (ePID)173792602

Product Key Features

Number of Pages300 Pages

LanguageEnglish

Publication NameiOS for Game Programmers

Publication Year2015

SubjectProgramming / Games, Operating Systems / Apple (Mac OS & iOS), General

TypeTextbook

Subject AreaComputers

AuthorAllen Sherrod

FormatTrade Paperback

Dimensions

Item Weight20.8 Oz

Item Length9 in

Item Width7 in

Additional Product Features

Intended AudienceScholarly & Professional

LCCN2014-937376

Reviews" iOS for Game Programmers examines mobile game development and is directed to beginning Objective-C programmers, offering tools for creating a number of quick projects and small games to teach the basic applications of iOS. Each project teaches a basic skill and then builds upon it with the next project, which enables learners to embark on a logical system of learning through experience. Five game projects include a puzzle, a game of pong, and a "whack-a-mole" game, and includes details on how iOS works, along with information on various versions including the latest iOS8 for iPhone and iPad. The result is a collection of keys to understanding game programming and iOS like, and is a recommendation for those just starting out.", California Bookwatch: " iOS for Game Programmers examines mobile game development and is directed to beginning Objective-C programmers, offering tools for creating a number of quick projects and small games to teach the basic applications of iOS. Each project teaches a basic skill and then builds upon it with the next project, which enables learners to embark on a logical system of learning through experience. Five game projects include a puzzle, a game of pong, and a 'whack-a-mole' game, and includes details on how iOS works, along with information on various versions including the latest iOS8 for iPhone and iPad. The result is a collection of keys to understanding game programming and iOS like, and is a recommendation for those just starting out.", iOS for Game Programmers examines mobile game development and is directed to beginning Objective-C programmers, offering tools for creating a number of quick projects and small games to teach the basic applications of iOS. Each project teaches a basic skill and then builds upon it with the next project, which enables learners to embark on a logical system of learning through experience. Five game projects include a puzzle, a game of pong, and a 'whack-a-mole' game, and includes details on how iOS works, along with information on various versions including the latest iOS8 for iPhone and iPad. The result is a collection of keys to understanding game programming and iOS like, and is a recommendation for those just starting out.

Grade FromCollege Graduate Student

IllustratedYes

Grade ToCollege Graduate Student

Table Of Content1) Xcode 2) Elements of a Game 3) Objective-C Refresher 4) iOS Refresher 5) Memory Matching Game 6) Puzzle Game 7) Coloring Book 8) Sprite Kit 9) Whack-A-Mole 10) Simple Game of Pong 11) Conclusions Appendix A. Answers to Odd-Numbered Exercises. Appendix B. iOS 8 Overview. Index.

SynopsisThis book takes the readers on a journey into the world of mobile game development aimed at beginner Objective-C programmers. The book enables the reader to create a number of projects, which include a matching game, a puzzle game, a coloring book, and a card game. Each of these projects gives the readers a variety of knowledge and skills that they can apply to their own gaming projects. By the end of the book, the reader will have five apps that they've developed along with the knowledge of making games for the iOS platform. It builds four game projects including a matching game, a puzzle game, a coloring book, and a card game that will give the reader exposure to making games on the iOS platform. It includes information on iOS 5, iOS 6, and iOS 7- the latest versions for the iPhone and iPad. It utilizes the UIKit that enables readers to apply their knowledge to more areas than just games since many of the topics can be applied to general iOS development. It includes a companion disc with source code, images, and project files., Takes the readers on a journey into the world of mobile game development aimed at beginner Objective-C programmers. This book builds four game projects including a matching game, a puzzle game, a coloring book, and a card game that will give the reader exposure to making games on the iOS platform., This book takes the readers on a journey into the world of mobile game development aimed at beginner Objective-C programmers. The book enables the reader to create a number of projects, which include a matching game, a puzzle game, a whack-a-mole game, a pong game, and a coloring book. Each of these projects gives the readers a variety of knowledge and skills that they can apply to their own gaming projects. It includes a companion disc with source code, images, and project files. By the end of the book, the reader will have five apps that they've developed, along with the knowledge of making games for the iOS platform. eBook Customers: Companion files are available for downloading with order number/proof of purchase by writing to the publisher at info@merclearning.com. Features: Builds five game projects including a matching game, a puzzle game, a coloring book, game of pong, and a "whack-a-mole" game that will give the reader exposure to making games on the iOS platform Includes information on iOS 5, iOS 6, iOS 7 and iOS8 - the latest versions for the iPhone and iPad . Utilizes the UIKit that enables readers to apply their knowledge to more areas than just games since many of the topics can be applied to general iOS development Includes a companion disc with source code, images, and project files.

LC Classification NumberQA76.774.I67S444