Build enhanced feature-filled games using the power of Lua Programming with a complete end-to-end game built using Roblox Studio
Key Features
- Learn how to write efficient and optimized Lua code to avoid Bad Smells
- Learn the tips and tricks for writing advanced Roblox scripts
- Explore the capabilities of Roblox Lua to create complex games using User Input, Datastores, and User Interfaces for all devices
Book Description
This book starts with the basics of programming in Roblox Lua. After that, each chapter builds on the previous one, that finally results in you mastering programming concepts in Lua.
Roblox is a game platform with over 47 million daily active users. Something unique to Roblox is that you're playing games made by other gamers! This means that you can make your own games, even if you have no experience. In addition, Roblox provides a free game engine that allows you to create and publish a simple game in less than five minutes and get paid while at it.
Most Roblox games require programming in their game. The book starts by teaching you about the basics of Lua programming. Then the book teaches you complex technologies that you can implement in your game. Each concept is explained clearly and uses simple examples that show how the technology is being used. This book contains additional exercises for the readers to experiment with the concepts learned themselves.
Using best practices, you will learn how to write and build complex systems such as Databases, User Input Controls, and All Device User Interfaces. In addition, you will learn how to make an entire game from scratch. By the end of this book, you will be able to program complex systems in Roblox from scratch by learning to write code using Lua and write optimized code.
What you will learn
- Understand and learn the basics of Roblox Lua
- Learn how to write excellent and optimized code to avoid bad smells
- Understand Client and Server functionalities and learn how to securely establish communication
- Learn how to optimize your game for PC, Console, Phones, and Tablets
- Learn how to build databases using Lua
- Learn to build an advanced Roblox game from scratch
Who This Book Is For
This book is for fairly experienced Roblox developers who have basic programming knowledge and wish to take their skills to the next level with advanced concepts in a simple and effective way. Basic knowledge of Roblox, Roblox Studio, and Roblox Lua is recommended before starting with this book. A short refresher is provided for those who have not used Roblox for some time.
Table of Contents
- Getting Up to Speed with Roblox and Lua Basics
- Writing Better Code
- Event-Based Programming
- Securing Your Game
- Securing And Optimizing Your Game
- Creating User Interfaces For All Devices
- Listening To User Input
- Building Datastores
- Monetizing Your Game
- Building The Database Structure
- Programming The User Interface
- Programming The Game Mechanics
- Testing And Review
