Description
Discover a hands-on introduction to programming with 'Coding With Minecraft'—a unique guide designed to empower young minds through the engaging world of Minecraft! This book is perfect for kids and beginners who want to merge their love for gaming with coding education. Dive deep into the innovative concepts of the robotic 'turtle' method, which seamlessly extends into the 3D, interactive realm of Minecraft, allowing players to explore coding in an exciting way.
Using the popular ComputerCraft mod and the accessible Lua programming language, this book teaches you to write real programs that make in-game bots perform tasks like mining, crafting, and building imaginative structures. No prior coding experience is necessary—every program comes with detailed code and explanations, ensuring that readers can advance at their own pace.
Unlock the educational potential of Minecraft as you learn valuable computer science principles. This book doesn’t just teach coding; it transforms the Minecraft experience into a profound, hands-on learning journey! By the end, you'll command your own turtle army and have a newfound appreciation for the power of programming. Learn, create, and have fun with every page!
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781593278533
Format: Trade paperback (UK)
Year: 2018
Publisher: RANDOM HOUSE US
Pages: 260
Delivery information: Fast shipping worldwide, ensuring you receive your book in perfect condition.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781593278533
Format: Trade paperback (UK)
Year: 2018
Publisher: RANDOM HOUSE US
Pages: 260
Description:
A hands-on introduction to coding that teaches you how to program bots to do cool things in the game you love--Minecraft! This book takes the robotic "turtle" method, and extends it to the 3D, interactive world of Minecraft.
Play with Minecraft and Learn to Code will transform Minecraft from a mere video game into an educational programming tool. Using ComputerCraft, a free Minecraft mod, and the Lua programming language (used by professional game developers), you'll write programs to make your bots dig mines, chop wood, craft items, and build anything you can imagine. Sit back, relax, and make your turtle army do the work! The book provides the full code needed to write each program and walks you through it line by line, explaining how things work along the way. By book's end, you'll have a handle on computer science basics, a taste of how fun and powerful coding can be, and plenty of turtle robots at your command.
Using the popular ComputerCraft mod and the accessible Lua programming language, this book teaches you to write real programs that make in-game bots perform tasks like mining, crafting, and building imaginative structures. No prior coding experience is necessary—every program comes with detailed code and explanations, ensuring that readers can advance at their own pace.
Unlock the educational potential of Minecraft as you learn valuable computer science principles. This book doesn’t just teach coding; it transforms the Minecraft experience into a profound, hands-on learning journey! By the end, you'll command your own turtle army and have a newfound appreciation for the power of programming. Learn, create, and have fun with every page!
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781593278533
Format: Trade paperback (UK)
Year: 2018
Publisher: RANDOM HOUSE US
Pages: 260
Delivery information: Fast shipping worldwide, ensuring you receive your book in perfect condition.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781593278533
Format: Trade paperback (UK)
Year: 2018
Publisher: RANDOM HOUSE US
Pages: 260
Description:
A hands-on introduction to coding that teaches you how to program bots to do cool things in the game you love--Minecraft! This book takes the robotic "turtle" method, and extends it to the 3D, interactive world of Minecraft.
Play with Minecraft and Learn to Code will transform Minecraft from a mere video game into an educational programming tool. Using ComputerCraft, a free Minecraft mod, and the Lua programming language (used by professional game developers), you'll write programs to make your bots dig mines, chop wood, craft items, and build anything you can imagine. Sit back, relax, and make your turtle army do the work! The book provides the full code needed to write each program and walks you through it line by line, explaining how things work along the way. By book's end, you'll have a handle on computer science basics, a taste of how fun and powerful coding can be, and plenty of turtle robots at your command.