((OLD)) C++/Allegro Platformer Tutorial 00: Intro and Compiler setup

[EternalGamer94]

Pikachu got 2 seconds of fame from 0:39 - 0:41. =P

[sinistermoon]

3 headed monkies FTW!

[pokerockmario123]

can I do this with MS VisualC++?

[LusikkaMage]

This is a C++ tutorial, therefore it works with any IDE (ex, MS VC++, DevC++, Code::Blocks) so long as you have it set up right.

[pokerockmario123]

ok thanks! I don't know very much about programming, prgramming languages etc.

[PieManTheHero]

Thank you a lot for this! I couldn't get my Allegro to work, I just installed the zip, I didn't know you needed a DevPak for Dev-C++. But thanks a lot. :] Keep up the game making.

[Jagatia]

what version of DEV CPP and ALLEGRO r u using>

[LusikkaMage]

Not sure about Dev, but I've been using Alleg 4.2. I looked at 4.9 today and it's a bit different, and I don't think i'll ever "convert" to it as I'm already heading towards SDL exclusivity anyways.

[Jagatia]

Brilliant....Im a noob at C++ until i came here....when are the updated vids gonna be out?.....

[LusikkaMage]

It's going a bit slow due to lack of internet, but the written version rough drafts is up on the site under Resources > Tutorials. If you want to look through it and give me any feedback, it'd be much appreciated!

I need comments from experienced people AND newbies, so I know if it's understandable or not.

[xXKiTheifXx]

I know this vid is old but,

can I use plain C++ or do I need to get DEV-C++?

[LusikkaMage]

C++ is a language, there's no such thing as "Plain C++".

DevC++, Code::Blocks, Borland, and Visual Studio are all IDEs (Integrated Development Environments) to write C++ in. It's really a matter of personal preference. They'll all do the same thing for this sort of purpose, DevC++ is just the easiest to set up external libraries with.

[clonlalo2]

lol xXKiTheifXx got pwnd

Hey, LuiskkaMage where can I see or read your tutorials?

[LusikkaMage]

I don't think the site is up anymore. I'm working on something to replace this, and this will be taken down once I get it posted.

[clonlalo2]

ok, thanks cya later :)

[FusionNinjin]

not bad, im gona check out the website, and a little tip for better quality recording, lower the screen resolution before recording to make a clearer picture else when its scaled down it gets very very unclear

[LusikkaMage]

Nothing on the site for this; the tutorial is abandoned. :P

[FusionNinjin]

aww :c

[stickyslide]

u have alot of addon tabs in your browser, try hiding some while they are not in use, u might like it better

[LusikkaMage]

What? I like having tabs in my browser. :P

[BitOBytes]

i think he means hide some of your unused toolbars, to make it easier to see your screen, as well as for the viewers.

[kruzs123]

hey dude can i ask something? can you email all the steps on how it to be done... i cant see clearly on the video what you have done... it`s blured

[mgold08]

What version of Code Blocks do you use? I currently have 8.02 installed and Build Compiler Options doesn't appear to be on there. Is it in the Build tab or the Project tab, all I see relating to the Build Compiler Options is Build Options and that's unacessable.

[LusikkaMage]

I've been using an earlier version for a while now. Wheeeee.

V 1.0, it says, but I don't know if there were any versions between 1 and 8 released.

[mgold08]

O.O, version 1...anyway, I got another problem T_T, when I attempt to compile and run it says that a system file is missing. Know what's going on with it (I tried both Dev++ and Code::Blocks)

[UroborosComplex]

it's under "SETTINGS>>COMPILER AND DEBUGGER>>LINKER SETTINGS"

[computerhelper13]

your site doesnt work

[animangaman690]

that's because there is a new version of the editor

[resatti]

Lusikka your edotor crased on my computer

[LusikkaMage]

resatti your gamar exploded the intrenets

[spartasoldier300]

resatti meant "Lusikka, your editor crashed on my computer"

[LusikkaMage]

I know what he meant. :P

[Jeroeniebrb]

Lame xD

[ultimatedragoon69]

system("PAUSE"); also works, of course you can just do a cin.get(); if you want as well.

[relliksd]

does anyone know why when I just do a simple cout << "blah blah" << endl; it runs but does not print what i told it too

[relliksd]

it only does this in devC++ not visual c++

[Numba1FriendOfAll]

Could you show me the rest of the code.

[Catkill666]

Add a System("PAUSE");

normaly works

[LusikkaMage]

actually I think it's

system("pause");

I don't know if it works with caps also.

[marmuhlade]

It does. You should use something else, like cin.get(), though, for less platform dependency.

[TheModifiedOne]

system commands = bad..

[LusikkaMage]

Why is that?

[TheModifiedOne]

Well, in this case at least - Mainly because it isn't portable. Most programmers tend to associate system("pause"); with sloppy programming. At least that's what I 'hear', I'm still beginner, by all means. But I'd prefer to avoid bad habits.

[LusikkaMage]

Well you're the first person I've heard complain about it.

[TheModifiedOne]

xD Sorry? I've just seen it ALL over forums, etc. It was when I made Hello World and the console was closing, so I was looking for solutions... Every forum had at least one person warning against it, so yeah x.x

[Catkill666]

its because its not portable - wont work with mac or linux im sure

i think anyways

[trufun202]

One of my first games was written with Allegro. I loved it! I'm glad to see you pass along your knowledge, nice work. :)

[TheBatchGuy]

wow i love your videos.. i got addicted to GyroVorbis (spent about 3 hrs a day rewatching videos) and found your channel through one of their videos.. this is amazing.. i love your level editor.. still working on mine.. gl :)

[obj7777]

For Devc++ and those who don't want to search like I did.

"Click project\ project options, then click the "parameters" tab. Now click the "Add Library or Object" button. In the Open window use the "Look in" portion to navigate your way to the C:\Dev-Cpp\lib folder and select the "liballeg.a" file and click OK."

[LusikkaMage]

wut?

[joeythegeek1942]

i downloaded your map editor, unzipped the file and ran the .exe and it crashed, it says the program enountered a problem and needs to close. do you know whats wrong with it?

[LusikkaMage]

I don't know, I need more details.

[GOrockets11]

"theres wood platform, and water and signs... and poop" lol XD

[nepaskateteam]

I like the three headed monkey =)

[ThePearI]

I can't get the Allegro to work :(

I do what you do, with the same search terms, sites, etc. Also I did what you did with codeblocks, well I have a different version it seems.... I went to settings > compiler and debugger linker settings and typed in: -lalleg but it didn't work...

But when I try to compile it it says: Can't find allegro.h and because of that I get tons of errors :S

Help please? :(

[mouseroot]

global compiler>search directories

[mouseroot]

actually now that i think about it lusikka..are you using a nightly build or the official 1.2.1 build

and to everyone else if your using nightly build

use settings>compiler and debugger>link options

also there should be a premade templete for allegro projects

[Kosmicco]

you sound like juno :P

[LusikkaMage]

Ew, I hate that movie. :[

[cptBraver]

hmm, if i close my eyes i can see her xD

btw,

great tut, actually starting out alegro today x_x

[tsany]

and plus.. CMIIW installing Allegro in VC++ is hell .. i rather install it with Dev-C++ with the auto updater

[randomafied]

y dont u use visual studio 2008 c++

[LusikkaMage]

Because Code::Blocks isn't an "express", stripped-down compiler, and totally free.

[randomafied]

what is taken out on the express edition anyway

[BUDOKAI1]

alot...alot

[randomafied]

like...?

[joemomma53]

You can't make an install file, the tutorials that come with it aren't even made for the express edition, you really can't do much with it.

[joemomma53]

code::blocks is the best if you ask me

[EvilNando]

why not use vc++ express 2008?

[LusikkaMage]

Because Code::Blocks isn't an "express", stripped-down compiler, and totally free.

[EvilNando]

stripped-down?

what feature are you missing that hinders the type of projects are you doing?

no to bash your good work , just curious

[LusikkaMage]

Why should I stand for using a stripped down IDE when I can use a perfectly good, full-featured one for free?  I'm not going to bend down to Microsoft and use their dumb little express version. :P

[JaxDragon1]

Ok, I think my issue with musuGo is resolved after I downloaded a Windows ME iso. Now I program on that. Thanks!

[kkinsane]

in Dev C++ is it -lalleg in tools>compiler options>"add these commands to linker" tick box also ??

[LusikkaMage]

I can't really check because DevC++ crashes any time I go into properties. ^^;;;

[asdfidot]

You are awesome! =)

[bbhoodcontroller]

I am also having trouble getting MusuGo to work and I am WindowsXP user :^(. Anyways thanks for the tutorials you are making. I will get through them when I have more free time. Thanks for making everything you have open source.

[SquareTales]

ya play rpgs like FF?

[LusikkaMage]

Yeah, to an extent. I've played a lot of the final fantasy and mana games.

[JaxDragon1]

I had some trouble with MusuGo. It won't load. I use Vista so that might be the problem.

[LusikkaMage]

Hey, if you can let me know if any other allegro programs are acting up for you. You're not the only vista user I know who's having trouble with MusuGo and I'd like to try to fix the problem, if possible. o.o

Danke!

[gucolpk]

tnks, u helped me a lot, i´m a C++/java programmer and i think your tutorials are great!!

[gucolpk]

u sound cute :D

[XxDeathrepxX]

u sound cute :p

[LusikkaMage]

@.@

If you're being serious, then thanks, I guess. o.o;

*people online in the past have thought she was a guy from her voice*

[ROLLANDandCOLORS]

I like the vid and I'm looking forward to the next. I'm actually doing an Allegro game at the moment, but I'm a n00b, and so looking for guidance.  Update soon?

~Rolland