Intro to Mobile Game and App Development and Corona SDK 2015

🚀 Intro to Mobile Game and App Development and Corona SDK 2015 🎮

Course Headline:

🚀 Launch Your Gaming Career with Corona SDK! 🌟

Course Description:

How many games do you have on your mobile device? The answer is likely to be 'quite a few', as gaming has become one of the most popular activities on smartphones. With the mobile gaming market driving nearly half of all app downloads and contributing significantly to revenue, it's clear that this industry is thriving. And now, with the introduction of Corona SDK Starter, you can enter this exciting field without the need for a hefty investment.

📊 Did you know? According to App Annie Intelligence, games contributed around 80% of revenue and 40% of downloads on iOS and Google Play combined in December 2014. – App Annie

The mobile gaming landscape is vast and ever-expanding, offering a wealth of opportunities for new developers. With the power of Corona SDK, you can create engaging games for iOS, Android, and other platforms using just a single codebase. This course is designed to get you started on this exciting journey!

What You Will Learn:

• The Programming Language Lua: We'll start by building a solid foundation in the Lua programming language, which is the heart of Corona SDK development.

• Corona Basics: Discover the core components of Corona SDK, including display objects, events, widgets, physics, and Composer – the powerful scene management tool included with Corona SDK.

• Put Your Knowledge to Work: Through hands-on projects, you'll learn by doing. Our first project? Developing Bob the Catcher, a game that will set you on the path to creating your own successful titles.

• Building More: Expand your skills by creating a 2D space shooter game, complete with spaceships, lasers, and even UFOs!

Topics Covered in This Course:

• Variables, Operators, and Tables: Understand the building blocks of Lua programming.

• For and While Loops: Learn to handle repetitive tasks efficiently.

• If/Then Statements: Make your games more dynamic by learning to control the flow of your program.

• Functions: Write reusable code to make development faster and easier.

• Display Objects: Bring your game's assets to life with display objects.

• Event Listeners and Physics: Create responsive and interactive elements within your games.

• Widgets: Enhance the user interface of your apps with customizable widgets.

• Composer Scene Management: Master Corona's scene management to create complex and engaging game environments.

This online course is tailored for beginners in game development, but it also offers valuable insights for those who are a step ahead in their journey. Whether you're new to programming or looking to refine your skills, "Intro to Mobile Game and App Development and Corona SDK 2015" is the perfect place to start – or to enhance your existing knowledge!

Why Choose This Course?

• Latest Technologies: We use the latest public build of Corona SDK, graphics 2.0, and Composer, ensuring you learn with up-to-date tools.

• Hands-On Experience: Learn by building real games that you can be proud of and potentially publish.

• Career Advancement: By mastering Corona SDK, you'll be well on your way to a successful career in mobile game development.

Embark on your journey into the world of mobile game development today with Intro to Mobile Game and App Development and Corona SDK 2015 – where your next hit game awaits! 🎭🎉