Hey everyone! I'm passionate about video games and have felt a growing urge to try making one before it's too late. However, I have zero programming experience and I get easily overwhelmed by technical challenges. As a 2D artist, I'm leaning towards using Godot as my game engine—it seems well-suited for beginners and has a supportive community.
Recently, I started exploring the Harvard CS50 course, and although it's exciting to begin understanding programming concepts like binary, I still feel so lost. I would love some guidance or reassurance from anyone who's been in a similar situation. Are there any resources or tips you can recommend for someone who's just starting out and feeling a bit stuck? Even a few words of encouragement would mean a lot to me, as I'm battling a lack of confidence due to my age, my full-time job, and health challenges. I really want to take this step and try creating something solo. Thanks in advance for your support!
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You're doing great! Learning to program in your 30s can be daunting, but you’re on the right path. CS50 may be hard at times, but it equips you with valuable skills for game development. Keep going—you got this!
Starting with CS50 is a fantastic choice! It lays down some solid foundations for programming. Also, Godot is a great game engine for beginners—lots of tutorials and a helpful community to help you through the tougher spots. It’s normal for learning to get tough, but keep pushing through! You've got this!
Thanks for the encouragement! It's good to know I'm on the right track, but I still worry about getting discouraged. I hope focusing on something I'm passionate about will help me stay motivated!
Some Scratch games are seriously impressive! Don't worry if it feels overwhelming; just take it step by step. You'll eventually get the hang of the coding for more complex games—it's all part of the journey!
Absolutely! I had a blast getting my cat to say 'Ahh go away!' I'm trying to build my confidence with small wins!
Even if you're aiming for 2D development, don't be afraid to dive into different tutorials! I started with Unreal Engine 5 out of nowhere. It’s challenging but really rewarding. Just keep at it, and don't hesitate to experiment with game concepts. Stay persistent—it's what will get you through the learning curve!
It's amazing to hear that it can be rewarding! I appreciate your advice—I'm determined to give it my best shot!
Check out 'Invent Your Own Games with Python'—it’s a great resource for beginners! You might find it helpful in understanding the basics of game development.
Thank you! I’ll definitely look into that!
That’s really reassuring to hear! Thank you for the support!