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[java] Graphics tutorial

Started by jjd Sep 9, 2005 at 2:12 PM 4 replies 1k views

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jjd

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jjd

Sep 9, 2005 at 2:12 PM

Hi there, I was wondering if anyone could direct me to a tutorial that explains Graphics (or Graphics2D) objects? I don't want the API or another list of the methods available, but a way to think of them. I know this may sound odd, but I'm having trouble trying to figure out how to think about Graphics objects and their relation to the various flavours of image objects and graphics devices, etc. I guess I'm trying to understand the big picture. Any suggestions? -Josh

templewulf

Sep 9, 2005 at 2:17 PM

I'm not really sure what you're looking for, but in a lot of cases, there's no EASY way to think of it as a particular entity. I always end up having to encapsulate various aspects of the API into my own UDT.

I've been recommending Game Programming Genesis on the Game Programming page for people who want to learn 2d graphics. He (the author) actually goes into detail on each parameter for each function, instead of just saying "This should be NULL, but don't ever ask why...ever!"

I know there are various extensions out there that build an OO framework around the APIs, but if you want to learn how to "think" about them, you might try building your own classes.

Monkeyget

Sep 9, 2005 at 3:14 PM

Is this what you are looking for : http://www.cokeandcode.com/info/tut2d.html ?

jjd

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jjd

Sep 9, 2005 at 5:09 PM

Quote:
Original post by Monkeyget
Is this what you are looking for : http://www.cokeandcode.com/info/tut2d.html ?

No, but thanks.

-Josh

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Spoonbender

Sep 9, 2005 at 5:22 PM

As far as I'm aware, there's no easy way to figure out what you're asking. Best I can suggest is to [google], and browse the articles on this site, and just keep trying. When you've read a few dozen tutorials, you'll be able to start figuring out how everything fits together. [smile]

Son of Cain

Sep 9, 2005 at 5:30 PM

You may find basic information about the API architecture in the Java Tutorial.

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