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Game Programming for Artists

by Jarryd Huntley, Hanna Brady ...

Game Programming for Artists provides a foundation for artists and creatives to jumpstart learning to program their own games. It is an accessible and conversational guide focused on three areas: basic programming, understanding game engines, and practical code for commonly employed game systems. The best way to get into games is to make one, and this book will help artists do that! ... Read more

$69.99 USD

Game Programming for Artists provides a foundation for artists and creatives to jumpstart learning to program their own games. It is an accessible and conversational guide focused on three areas: basic programming, understanding game engines, and practical code for commonly employed game systems. The best way to get into games is to make one, and this book will help artists do that!
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Godot 4 Best Practices

Practical techniques and strategies for efficient, scalable game development

by Robert Henning ...

Elevate your Godot 4 development skills with SOLID principles, game architecture patterns, and scalable workflows. Learn to create maintainable systems, organize projects, and build release-ready games that grow beyond prototypes Free with your book: DRM-free PDF version + access to Packt's next-gen Reader\*Key FeaturesApply SOLID principles and proven design patterns in Godot 4Build scalable game ... Read more

$32.39 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Elevate your Godot 4 development skills with SOLID principles, game architecture patterns, and scalable workflows. Learn to create maintainable systems, organize projects, and build release-ready games that grow beyond prototypes Free with your book: DRM-free PDF version + access to Packt's next-gen Reader\*Key FeaturesApply SOLID principles and proven design patterns in Godot 4Build scalable game
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Motion Design Toolkit

Principles, Practice, and Techniques

by Austin Shaw, John Colette ...

This book offers a comprehensive overview of techniques, processes, and professional practices in the area of Motion Design, from fundamental building blocks of organizing time and space in production to managing workflow, budgets, and client relationships. The authors provide insight into the production process from concept through execution in areas as diverse as social media to large-scale ... Read more

$67.99 USD

This book offers a comprehensive overview of techniques, processes, and professional practices in the area of Motion Design, from fundamental building blocks of organizing time and space in production to managing workflow, budgets, and client relationships. The authors provide insight into the production process from concept through execution in areas as diverse as social media to large-scale
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Motion Graphic Design

Applied History and Aesthetics

by Jon Krasner ...

Enhance your knowledge of motion graphic design aesthetics and history with this authoritative look at the evolution of the art form.Motion Graphic Design, Third Edition provides a historical and critical overview of how the language of traditional graphic design is combined with the dynamic visual language of cinema in film, television, and interactive media. It features works from highly ... Read more

$84.99 USD

Enhance your knowledge of motion graphic design aesthetics and history with this authoritative look at the evolution of the art form.Motion Graphic Design, Third Edition provides a historical and critical overview of how the language of traditional graphic design is combined with the dynamic visual language of cinema in film, television, and interactive media. It features works from highly
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Interactive Documentary

Theory and Debate

by Kate Nash ...

Tracing continuities in digital and documentary practices, this book is a study of interactive documentary from the perspective of documentary culture. Exploring the dizzying array of new documentary forms that have emerged in the past ten years, the book is grounded in the analysis of multiple recent examples of digital documentary work, drawing out the key issues that the work raises.These ... Read more

$57.99 USD

Tracing continuities in digital and documentary practices, this book is a study of interactive documentary from the perspective of documentary culture. Exploring the dizzying array of new documentary forms that have emerged in the past ten years, the book is grounded in the analysis of multiple recent examples of digital documentary work, drawing out the key issues that the work raises.These
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Minecraft: Blockopedia

Updated Edition

by The Official Minecraft Team, Mojang AB ...

Series series Minecraft
A completely updated version of the bestselling Minecraft: Blockopedia! Detailing each block found in the #1 game of all time, this is a must-have reference guide for all Minecrafters!This fully illustrated guide contains information on each of the blocks that make up the Minecraft world. It’s a beautiful and comprehensive reference tool for beginners and more experienced players alike, with ... Read more

$6.99 USD

A completely updated version of the bestselling Minecraft: Blockopedia! Detailing each block found in the #1 game of all time, this is a must-have reference guide for all Minecrafters!This fully illustrated guide contains information on each of the blocks that make up the Minecraft world. It’s a beautiful and comprehensive reference tool for beginners and more experienced players alike, with
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Fluid Simulation for Computer Graphics

by Robert Bridson ...

A practical introduction, the second edition of Fluid Simulation for Computer Graphics shows you how to animate fully three-dimensional incompressible flow. It covers all the aspects of fluid simulation, from the mathematics and algorithms to implementation, while making revisions and updates to reflect changes in the field since the first edition.Highlights of the Second EditionNew chapters on ... Read more

$120.99 USD

A practical introduction, the second edition of Fluid Simulation for Computer Graphics shows you how to animate fully three-dimensional incompressible flow. It covers all the aspects of fluid simulation, from the mathematics and algorithms to implementation, while making revisions and updates to reflect changes in the field since the first edition.Highlights of the Second EditionNew chapters on
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Drawn to Life: 20 Golden Years of Disney Master Classes

Volume 1: The Walt Stanchfield Lectures

by Walt Stanchfield ...

Drawn to Life is a two-volume collection of the legendary lectures of long-time Disney animator Walt Stanchfield. For over 20 years, Walt mentored a new generation of animators at the Walt Disney Studios and influenced such talented artists such as Tim Burton, Brad Bird, Glen Keane, and Andreas Deja. His writing and drawings have become must-have lessons for fine artists, film professionals, ... Read more

$62.99 USD

Drawn to Life is a two-volume collection of the legendary lectures of long-time Disney animator Walt Stanchfield. For over 20 years, Walt mentored a new generation of animators at the Walt Disney Studios and influenced such talented artists such as Tim Burton, Brad Bird, Glen Keane, and Andreas Deja. His writing and drawings have become must-have lessons for fine artists, film professionals,
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The Unofficial Holy Bible for Minecrafters

A Children's Guide to the Old and New Testament

by Christopher Miko, Garrett Romines ...

An Exploration of the Old and New Testament for Young Readers Unlike Any You’ve Ever Seen Before!Since 2009, Minecraft has swept the gaming world by storm. More than one hundred million games have been sold. Parents of children who play Minecraft will love this fun, educational collection of Bible stories. With the world of Minecraft as a backdrop using vivid, full-color screenshots, children will ... Read more

$14.99 USD

An Exploration of the Old and New Testament for Young Readers Unlike Any You’ve Ever Seen Before!Since 2009, Minecraft has swept the gaming world by storm. More than one hundred million games have been sold. Parents of children who play Minecraft will love this fun, educational collection of Bible stories. With the world of Minecraft as a backdrop using vivid, full-color screenshots, children will
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Minecraft: Guide to Creative (2017 Edition)

by The Official Minecraft Team, Mojang AB ...

Series series Minecraft
The official Minecraft: Guide to Creative will teach you all you need to know to create builds more impressive than you could’ve dreamed of.The world of Minecraft is so varied and limitless that incredible creations can often be daunting to think about, never mind to build.With insider info and tips from the experts at Mojang, this is the definitive guide to creation in Minecraft.This ebook is ... Read more

$6.99 USD

The official Minecraft: Guide to Creative will teach you all you need to know to create builds more impressive than you could’ve dreamed of.The world of Minecraft is so varied and limitless that incredible creations can often be daunting to think about, never mind to build.With insider info and tips from the experts at Mojang, this is the definitive guide to creation in Minecraft.This ebook is
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Creating Web Animations

Bringing Your UIs to Life

by Kirupa Chinnathambi ...

Thanks to faster browsers, better web standards support, and more powerful devices, the web now defines the next generation of user interfaces that are fun, practical, fluid, and memorable. The key? Animation. But learning how to create animations is hard, and existing learning material doesn’t explain the context of the UI problem that animations are trying to solve. That’s where this book comes ... Read more

$24.99 USD

Thanks to faster browsers, better web standards support, and more powerful devices, the web now defines the next generation of user interfaces that are fun, practical, fluid, and memorable. The key? Animation. But learning how to create animations is hard, and existing learning material doesn’t explain the context of the UI problem that animations are trying to solve. That’s where this book comes
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Historical Simulation and Wargames

The Hexagon and the Sword

by Riccardo Masini ...

This book is a comprehensive study on analog historical simulation games, exploring both their theoretical concepts and practical solutions. It considers the various ways used by simulation games to depict the different dynamics of historical events and analyzes how commercial analog miniature and board wargames can become valuable tools for historical research and provide a more modern and ... Read more

$77.99 USD

This book is a comprehensive study on analog historical simulation games, exploring both their theoretical concepts and practical solutions. It considers the various ways used by simulation games to depict the different dynamics of historical events and analyzes how commercial analog miniature and board wargames can become valuable tools for historical research and provide a more modern and
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The Big Book of Hacks for Minecrafters

The Biggest Unofficial Guide to Tips and Tricks That Other Guides Won't Teach You

by Megan Miller ...

Boys and girls will learn how to build awesome structures, defense strategies for fending off hostile mobs, and great tips on mining, farming, and more! Become a Minecraft master!NOT OFFICIAL MINECRAFT PRODUCT. NOT APPROVED BY OR ASSOCIATED WITH MOJANG.With hundreds of millions of registered Minecraft accounts, Minecraft is a gaming phenomenon that children (and parents and teachers) love. Here is ... Read more

$18.99 USD

Boys and girls will learn how to build awesome structures, defense strategies for fending off hostile mobs, and great tips on mining, farming, and more! Become a Minecraft master!NOT OFFICIAL MINECRAFT PRODUCT. NOT APPROVED BY OR ASSOCIATED WITH MOJANG.With hundreds of millions of registered Minecraft accounts, Minecraft is a gaming phenomenon that children (and parents and teachers) love. Here is
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Animation

From Concepts and Production

by Hannes Rall ...

This book explains the creation of animation from concept to production. Instead of focusing on singular aspects of animation production, talented animators can learn to make better films by understanding the process as a whole. Veteran independent filmmaker Hannes Rall teaches you how to develop an animation project from the very start of conceptual exploration though to completed production. ... Read more

$62.99 USD

This book explains the creation of animation from concept to production. Instead of focusing on singular aspects of animation production, talented animators can learn to make better films by understanding the process as a whole. Veteran independent filmmaker Hannes Rall teaches you how to develop an animation project from the very start of conceptual exploration though to completed production.
... Read more
The Ultimate Unofficial Encyclopedia for Minecrafters

An A - Z Book of Tips and Tricks the Official Guides Don't Teach You

by Megan Miller ...

By New York Times bestselling author and Minecraft expert, Megan Miller, a full-color book full of practical advice that boys and girls will refer to again and again!Revised and Updated 2023 to include Update 1.18!NOT OFFICIAL MINECRAFT PRODUCT. NOT APPROVED BY OR ASSOCIATED WITH MOJANG.Minecraft is the one game that children, parents, and teaches all agree on. It’... ... Read more

$11.99 USD

By New York Times bestselling author and Minecraft expert, Megan Miller, a full-color book full of practical advice that boys and girls will refer to again and again!Revised and Updated 2023 to include Update 1.18!NOT OFFICIAL MINECRAFT PRODUCT. NOT APPROVED BY OR ASSOCIATED WITH MOJANG.Minecraft is the one game that children, parents, and teaches all agree on. It’...
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3D Game Textures

Create Professional Game Art Using Photoshop

by Luke Ahearn ...

The new edition of 3D Game Textures: Create Professional Game Art Using Photoshop features the most up-to-date techniques that allow you to create your own unique textures, shaders, and materials. Revised to take new technology into account, it is an ideal hands-on resource for creating online worlds, simulations, web-based applications, and architectural visualization projects.Continuing the ... Read more

$73.99 USD

The new edition of 3D Game Textures: Create Professional Game Art Using Photoshop features the most up-to-date techniques that allow you to create your own unique textures, shaders, and materials. Revised to take new technology into account, it is an ideal hands-on resource for creating online worlds, simulations, web-based applications, and architectural visualization projects.Continuing the
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Minecraft: Guide to Creative (Updated)

by Mojang AB, The Official Minecraft Team ...

Series series Minecraft
This classic Minecraft game guide is now completely revamped with 100% new information for the latest version of the game! Discover all the insider tips and tricks in this definitive, fully illustrated guide to creative mode in Minecraft.Minecraft is a sandbox game where anything is possible! With over 600 blocks to choose from, getting started can feel overwhelming. This updated guide will give ... Read more

$8.99 USD

This classic Minecraft game guide is now completely revamped with 100% new information for the latest version of the game! Discover all the insider tips and tricks in this definitive, fully illustrated guide to creative mode in Minecraft.Minecraft is a sandbox game where anything is possible! With over 600 blocks to choose from, getting started can feel overwhelming. This updated guide will give
... Read more
Mobile HTML5

Using the Latest Today

by Estelle Weyl ...

Build kickass websites and applications for all mobile (and non-mobile) platforms by adding HTML5 and CSS3 to your web development toolkit. With this hands-on book, you’ll learn how to develop web apps that not only work on iOS, Android, Blackberry, and Windows Phone, but also perform well and provide good user experience.With lots of code and markup examples, you’ll learn best practices for using ... Read more

$28.09 USD

Build kickass websites and applications for all mobile (and non-mobile) platforms by adding HTML5 and CSS3 to your web development toolkit. With this hands-on book, you’ll learn how to develop web apps that not only work on iOS, Android, Blackberry, and Windows Phone, but also perform well and provide good user experience.With lots of code and markup examples, you’ll learn best practices for using
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Minecraft: Maps

An Explorer's Guide to Minecraft

by The Official Minecraft Team, Mojang AB ...

Series series Minecraft
Discover the hidden corners of the many weird and wonderful locations in Minecraft with this beautifully illustrated, full-color guide--written in official partnership with the experts at game-creator Mojang.Are you ready for an adventure? Minecraft: Maps is a visual guide to the Minecraft landscape, created by an explorer on a quest to find the most valuable loot while avoiding danger. Explore ... Read more

$6.99 USD

Discover the hidden corners of the many weird and wonderful locations in Minecraft with this beautifully illustrated, full-color guide--written in official partnership with the experts at game-creator Mojang.Are you ready for an adventure? Minecraft: Maps is a visual guide to the Minecraft landscape, created by an explorer on a quest to find the most valuable loot while avoiding danger. Explore
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Minecraft: Guide to Ocean Survival

by The Official Minecraft Team, Mojang AB ...

Series series Minecraft
The official Minecraft: Guide to Ocean Survival will teach you how to breathe underwater, find valuable sunken loot and fight off guardians and other menacing mobs of the deep.Minecraft’s oceans are teeming with colorful life and rare treasures, but new dangers lurk beneath the water and survival can prove difficult.With insider info and tips from the experts at Mojang, this is the definitive ... Read more

$7.99 USD

The official Minecraft: Guide to Ocean Survival will teach you how to breathe underwater, find valuable sunken loot and fight off guardians and other menacing mobs of the deep.Minecraft’s oceans are teeming with colorful life and rare treasures, but new dangers lurk beneath the water and survival can prove difficult.With insider info and tips from the experts at Mojang, this is the definitive
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Premiere Pro 2022从入门到精通

by 敬伟 ...

《Premiere Pro 2022从入门到精通》是学习Premiere Pro软件的教程。通过本书，读者将由浅入深地认识Premiere Pro，了解该软件的各类工具与功能。读者通过学习时间轴、剪辑、动画、形状、过渡、视频效果、音频效果、抠像、插件等软件功能，并配合一系列的实例练习，最终将成为精通该软件的高手。本书案例丰富多彩，涉及多个领域，综合多种知识，涵盖了低、中、高级技术要点。本书精彩案例配套高清视频讲解，方便读者跟随视频观摩并动手练习。读者通过基本理论了解原理，通过基本操作掌握软件技能，通过案例实战灵活掌握软件用法。将知识系统化并进行综合应用，实现创意的发挥，让读者的能力提升到一个新的水平。《Premiere Pro 2022从入门到精通》适合Premiere Pro零基础的入门者，也适合有一定基础的人员作为深造的教程，还可作为学校或培训机构的教学参考书籍。 ... Read more

$20.51 USD

《Premiere Pro 2022从入门到精通》是学习Premiere Pro软件的教程。通过本书，读者将由浅入深地认识Premiere Pro，了解该软件的各类工具与功能。读者通过学习时间轴、剪辑、动画、形状、过渡、视频效果、音频效果、抠像、插件等软件功能，并配合一系列的实例练习，最终将成为精通该软件的高手。本书案例丰富多彩，涉及多个领域，综合多种知识，涵盖了低、中、高级技术要点。本书精彩案例配套高清视频讲解，方便读者跟随视频观摩并动手练习。读者通过基本理论了解原理，通过基本操作掌握软件技能，通过案例实战灵活掌握软件用法。将知识系统化并进行综合应用，实现创意的发挥，让读者的能力提升到一个新的水平。《Premiere Pro 2022从入门到精通》适合Premiere Pro零基础的入门者，也适合有一定基础的人员作为深造的教程，还可作为学校或培训机构的教学参考书籍。
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A Quick Guide to Draft2Digital: How to Publish a Book in the Digital Age

Unstressed Syllables Presents

by Aaron Pogue ...

Series series Unstressed Syllables Presents
Publish Your Book Today!Draft2Digital is a risk-free, easy-to-use service for creating and publishing ebooks. They're your one-stop portal into the digital publishing revolution.Created by self-published writers, for self-published writers, Draft2Digital features author-friendly terms of service and a quick and easy conversion tool that will format your manuscript with industry-leading style.You ... Read more

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Publish Your Book Today!Draft2Digital is a risk-free, easy-to-use service for creating and publishing ebooks. They're your one-stop portal into the digital publishing revolution.Created by self-published writers, for self-published writers, Draft2Digital features author-friendly terms of service and a quick and easy conversion tool that will format your manuscript with industry-leading style.You
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Self-Publishing Success: How to Successfully, Write, Publish and Promote Your Book

by Christine John ...

Writing your first book? Want to know more about self-publishing?This is definitely the book for you!“Self-Publishing Success: How to Successfully Write, Publish and Promote Your Book” is a 19-page report written for new authors that teaches them about self-publishing.The author of this report, Christine John, is a self-published author who has published 10 books on a variety of topics such as web ... Read more

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Writing your first book? Want to know more about self-publishing?This is definitely the book for you!“Self-Publishing Success: How to Successfully Write, Publish and Promote Your Book” is a 19-page report written for new authors that teaches them about self-publishing.The author of this report, Christine John, is a self-published author who has published 10 books on a variety of topics such as web
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The Art of Game Design

A Book of Lenses, Third Edition

by Jesse Schell ...

The Art of Game Design guides you through the design process step-by-step, helping you to develop new and innovative games that will be played again and again. It explains the fundamental principles of game design and demonstrates how tactics used in classic board, card and athletic games also work in top-quality video games.Good game design happens when you view your game from as many ... Read more

$79.99 USD

The Art of Game Design guides you through the design process step-by-step, helping you to develop new and innovative games that will be played again and again. It explains the fundamental principles of game design and demonstrates how tactics used in classic board, card and athletic games also work in top-quality video games.Good game design happens when you view your game from as many
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