Python PyGame Programming

The Game Development with Python Workshop will give Educators an inside look at the PyGame 2D Engine. The python language and pygame engine serve as an easy intro to computer science and the rewarding process of game creation. You will dive deep into game logic and the underlying logic driving user experience. If you want a more engaging and fun way to teach programming principles, then you need to be at this Game Development with Python Workshop.

Dates: March 11 and 12 (Monday, Tuesday)
Time: 8:00 am to 4:00 pm
Lunch Time: 11:30 am to 12:30 pm
Location: TBA
Registration Link: https://goo.gl/forms/X4bxQTHmK1cAuefb2
Instructor: Professor Ruben Balmaceda

AGENDA DAY 1 (March 11) 8:00am – 4:00pm

• Introduction to Visual Studio 2017 Python
• Creating basic structures for 2D games
• Start your first game
• Types, fields, and basic Python structures
• Building first game
• Loops and structures within game
• Creating basic assets for game animation
• List and collections in asset management

AGENDA DAY 2 (March 12) : 8:00am – 4:00pm

• Finishing and customizing first game
• Reviewing and finishing up first game
• Enhancing game experience and using it to teach functional and OO programming
• Integrating game controllers
• Demo game