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It’s easy to get lost in the flow of a good game. But behind every power-up and boss battle is simple code that brings the game to life. Includes **Phaser.js**, **JavaScript**, **Animations**, **Sprite Manipulation**, **Audio Effects**, **Game Physics**, and more.

Syllabus

  • Learn JavaScript Basics
    • Learn the basics of JavaScript to get started with syntax, variables, and conditionals. Then use your knowledge to build out a Phaser game.
  • Learn JavaScript: Function and Scope
    • Develop your JavaScript skills further by learning functions and scope to complete the game, "Mole Unearther".
  • Learn JavaScript: Arrays and Loops
    • Learning how to use arrays to create lists and then loops will serve you well as a programmer (and pirate in "Treasure Hunter").
  • Learn JavaScript: Higher Order Functions and Iterators
    • Learn how to incorporate higher order functions and iterators into your programming toolbelt. Then try your skills in "Cube Matcher".
  • Learn JavaScript: Objects
    • Expand the possibilities of what you can code by incorporating objects. Test your understanding in the game, "Electric Mouse".
  • Learn Phaser Basics and Physics
    • Get started with learning the basics of the Phaser framework and then leveling up with physics.
  • Learn JavaScript Classes and Phaser Animations
    • Expand your JavaScript knowledge with classes and incorporate that into Phaser. Also, bring your sprites to life using Phaser animations!
  • Learn Phaser Visual Effects and Capstone
    • Add some final touches to your game by adding visual effects. Then take on the final boss - the capstone project!

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