Beginner's Guide to Game Development

Development

This is a short basic step by step guide to introduce someone into the world of game development. I originally wrote this as a very long winded discord post to my friend who was interested in programming and games development but who had zero experience in both. I've adapted this to a blog post to better archive my thoughts.

13 March 2024

My Experience Learning to Touch Type

Typing Vim Keyboards

A month ago, I met someone who completely changed how I think about typing. Watching him blaze through over 130 words per minute made me realize just how much I was missing out on. That moment sent me down a rabbit hole—learning touch typing, mastering Vim motions, and even switching to a split keyboard.

13 December 2023

The Evolution of Cel-Shading: A Detailed Exploration of the History, Techniques and Applications

Cel-Shading

I originally wrote this essay as part of my university coursework, but have adapted it into a blog format. This explores the history, techniques, and applications of cel-shading in computer graphics, video games and animation. It covers early use, advanced techniques, popularity in the gaming industry, and other topics such as VR/AR technology, indie games, animation, mobile games and comic book influences.

31 January 2023

An Exploration of Animation

Animation

I originally wrote this essay as part of my university coursework, but have adapted it into a blog format. This explores the history, techniques, and applications of cel-shading in computer graphics, video games and animation. It covers early use, advanced techniques, popularity in the gaming industry, and other topics such as VR/AR technology, indie games, animation, mobile games and comic book influences.

23 May 2022