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Mastering Roblox Coding
Mastering Roblox Coding

Mastering Roblox Coding: The unofficial guide to leveling up your Roblox scripting skills and building games using Luau programming

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Mastering Roblox Coding

Chapter 1: Getting Up to Speed with Roblox and Luau Basics

In this chapter, we will start by looking at what Roblox is. Once we know this, we will learn about Roblox’s programming language. Then, we will proceed to understand the basics of this programming language, such as the data types and variables. We will learn how to perform unique operations on each of these data types, such as math operations. Once we know this, we can slowly increase the complexity of our scripts. We will then use conditionals to take our scripts to another level. Conditionals allow us to change the behavior of our code depending on data. Finally, we will learn all about scopes. We will learn what they are and why it is crucial to keep them in mind while coding.

The following topics are covered in this chapter:

  • Understanding Roblox and Luau
  • Understanding and using data types in Luau
  • Introducing variables
  • Using conditionals
  • Understanding scopes
  • Exercises

By the end of this chapter, you will have learned how to make scripts in Roblox. In addition, you will know how to make simple systems in your experience.

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Key benefits

  • Leverage the tips and tricks covered in this game development book for writing advanced Roblox scripts
  • Explore the capabilities of Roblox Luau to create complex games using user input, datastores, and user interfaces for all devices
  • Each subject contains an additional exercise for the reader to experiment

Description

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 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. This book starts with the basics of programming in Roblox Luau. Each chapter builds on the previous one, which eventually results in you mastering programming concepts in Lua. Next, the book teaches you complex technologies that you can implement in your game. Each concept is explained clearly and uses simple examples that show you how the technology is being used. This book contains additional exercises for you to experiment with the concepts you’ve learned. Using best practices, you will understand 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 build an entire game from scratch. By the end of this book, you will be able to program complex systems in Roblox from the ground up by learning how to write code using Luau and create optimized code.

What you will learn

  • Understand and learn the basics of Roblox Luau
  • Discover how to write efficient and optimized Luau code to avoid bad smells
  • Explore how to optimize your game for PC, consoles, phones, and tablets
  • Get up to speed with how to build databases using Luau
  • Understand client and server functionalities and learn how to securely establish communication
  • Discover how to build an advanced Roblox game from scratch

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Table of Contents

16 Chapters
Preface Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
1. Part 1: Start Programming with Roblox Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
2. Chapter 1: Getting Up to Speed with Roblox and Luau Basics Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
3. Chapter 2: Writing Better Code Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
4. Chapter 3: Event-Based Programming Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
5. Part 2: Programming Advanced Systems Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
6. Chapter 4: Securing Your Game Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
7. Chapter 5: Optimizing Your Game Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
8. Chapter 6: Creating User Interfaces for All Devices Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
9. Chapter 7: Listening to User Input Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
10. Chapter 8: Building Data Stores Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
11. Chapter 9: Monetizing Your Game Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
12. Part 3: Creating Your Own Simulator Game Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
13. Chapter 10: Creating Your Own Simulator Game Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
14. Index Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
15. Other Books You May Enjoy Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
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