How do i get into games programming?

I'm thinking about becoming a games programmer/designer as a career, but I was just wondering how I should get into it (or should i get into it lol)???

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  • You definitely need Computer Science or some background in programming languages.

    You can start off in VB, work up to Java, then to C++, or alternatively jump right into C++. In my experience, Java has a more generous learning curve as far as object-oriented programming goes, but it's your choice.

    Additionally, you're going to want to look into Graphic Design or something in the related area. Don't kid yourself into thinking you'll be able to make an MMO right off the bat. Large games like those incorporate multiple fields such as graphics, programming, networking, etc. Again, Java is very generous as far as GUI design and image implementation goes, so a simplistic Chess/Sudoku game would be definitely achievable within a year.

    You've definitely got to cover the basics of object-oriented programming, though.

  • If you start with Visual Basic (VB.NET) then you won't be, as the other poster put it, "working up to" any other language. VB.NET is not some entry level beginners language. It is every bit as powerful if not more powerful than Java is.

    He was correct though in saying don't expect to create the next World of Warcraft as your first project. Start small, tic tac toe. Work your way up as you learn to how build game logic and interfaces.

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