how much c++ should i learn before learning game programming. I know basic concepts of functions, arrays, structures, and loops. I am not very advanced in any of these concepts yet, but i have books to consult. Also, are there any good tutorials that can teach me step by step how to create a simple game with source code examples?

The best is relying on some sort of pre-made programming environment or layout. For example, seek for some simple game source code. You can start modyfying things to understand how the game works, then you can add some simple features. Once you get the hang of it, you are ready to start writing your own game from scratch.



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: how much c++ should i learn before learning game programming. I know basic concepts of functions, arrays, structures, and loops. I am not very advanced in any of these concepts yet, but i have books to consult. Also, are there any good tutorials that can teach me step by step how to create a simple game with source code examples?
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You can search on this site and go to:
www.planet-source-code.com
It also has nice source code.

hope this huge link works 8-|
http://www.planet-source-code.com/vb/scripts/BrowseCategoryOrSearchResults.asp?chkCode3rdPartyReview=on&blnResetAllVariables=TRUE&txtMaxNumberOfEntriesPerPage=10&chkCodeTypeZip=on&chkCodeTypeText=on&chkCodeTypeArticle=on&txtCriteria=game&chkCodeDifficulty=2&optSort=Alphabetical&cmSearch=Search&lngWId=3

if you are really keen to learn game programming then i suggest you fork out NZ$60 (US$35) for "windows game programming for dummies", it goes through the basics of direct draw/sound/input, comes with direct x sdk and heaps of source code including a 2d game engine. you should be able to find it at amazon.