New to Java Game Development, Hiyo!

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#1

Hello all!

I’m just some guy living in Pittsburgh, PA working a rotating 8-4/4-midnight job. I’ve been investing much of my (little) free time into re-learning Java from my early college days through tutorials and creating a game (via libGDX) and pushing myself to create a future for myself and family. I’m not super smart, nor am I exceedingly witty, however I do consider myself a jack-of-trades which has kept me afloat for several years now ;D. By no means do I consider myself a Programmer or Software Engineer (Never got the degree :frowning: ), but I keep on moving forward none-the-less.

I’ve been a lurker on these forums for about a year now and I must say, I REALLY do enjoy the atmosphere that exists here! Everyone is generally helpful and I want to be apart of that one day. For now, I’m the big noob, who will undoubtedly ask many questions. I do hope I get to be someone who can offer sound advice to others and my questions and the responses I get from them will help others who start out just like me.

Again, hello everyone, thank you for this site and having me! I look forward to sharing with you all! :smiley:

P.S. When I’m not overly embarrassed by how terrible my work is, I’d be more than happy to display and share what I’ve been cooking up!

#2

Welcome!

#3

indeed, welcome!

with your great attitude I think you will be come a valued member :slight_smile:

#4

It doesn’t matter how you start, it only matters for what you contribute (and gain) from the forums. Learn and contribute as much as you can. Welcome to JGO. ;D

#5

Weclome!

#6

Welcome aboard!

My only pieces of advice:

  • Don’t be too shy to participate
  • Don’t be too stubborn to learn

Cheers! :wink:

#7

Welcome! As you probably know, this forum is great for learning! I’d say I have acquired (ooh fancy word) more then half of my game development knowledge from this site, it really is amazing here!

#8

I usually dont write in these welcome threads.
But I like Pittsburgh. :smiley:

#9

Thanks all for the big welcome and encouragement!

As for Pittsburgh, I think it’s starting to turn into a Tech city from a Steel city. So I’m liking it and looking forward to starting up a nice tech business here!

#10

Salutations friend! I look forward to seeing what you do!

#11

Welcome, welcome!

I just recently started using JGO as a means to learn Java, and it definitely does not disappoint! You picked the best language and the best site. So far so good :stuck_out_tongue:

#12

Welcome, and an interesting story you got ;D It’s always inspiring to see people try to find a new way for themselves. Good luck! And don’t be embarassed to show whatever you cook up: showing things and receiving feedback is the fastest way to learn.