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Programmer Mentoring

Started by EAX Sep 27, 2009 at 4:28 PM 21 replies 5.2k views

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Sep 27, 2009 at 4:28 PM

Project name: Programmer Mentoring Project(Tower Marauders) Brief description: This is a project meant to expose newer programmers to tools and methods that they may not even know exist. One example is source control. As of now(the day of this post edit), the project is one day old. The project will be a tower defense game. Target aim: Freeware(After the project is done, distribute it however you please, show it off, tell people you help develop it, etc.) Compensation: There is no compensation, this is meant to be a learning experience for everyone involved. Technology: Windows platform, OpenGL, C++, other technology APIs not yet determined. Talent needed: Anyone. Team structure: Project Manager: EAX Members: j-locke, CodeCriminal (Note - "Members" is the term used because anyone can work on any part of the project they wish(programming, level design, sound, etc.)) Website: No website as of yet. Contacts: Just pm me on gamedev.net Previous Work by Team: none Additional Info: Please obtain these tools Microsoft Visual Studio 2008 Subversion(Free @ http://subversion.tigris.org/) TortoiseSVN(Free @ http://tortoisesvn.tigris.org/) or something comprable. AnkhSVN(Free @ http://ankhsvn.open.collab.net/) or something comprable. Pivotal Tracker account(Free @ http://www.pivotaltracker.com) Feedback: ANY [Edited by - EAX on September 28, 2009 7:37:56 PM]

j-locke

Sep 27, 2009 at 4:52 PM

pm sent

EAX

Sep 27, 2009 at 6:02 PM

It's been pointed out to me that Visual Studio Express Edition can be obtained from microsoft freely for non-commercial use.

So it looks like all tools for this project are free.

Zakwayda

Sep 27, 2009 at 6:14 PM

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It's been pointed out to me that Visual Studio Express Edition can be obtained from microsoft freely for non-commercial use.

It's my understanding that the Express Edition is free for commercial use as well (that is, there's nothing in the license agreement that would prevent you from selling software created using VC++ Express).

CodeCriminal

Sep 27, 2009 at 6:16 PM

Pm'ed

EAX

Sep 27, 2009 at 6:26 PM

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It's been pointed out to me that Visual Studio Express Edition can be obtained from microsoft freely for non-commercial use.
It's my understanding that the Express Edition is free for commercial use as well (that is, there's nothing in the license agreement that would prevent you from selling software created using VC++ Express).

I know very little about the express edition, so thanks for pointing that out.
Does anyone happen to know if the express edition is capable of using source control plugins like AnkhSVN?

swiftcoder

Sep 27, 2009 at 6:37 PM

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Original post by EAX
Does anyone happen to know if the express edition is capable of using source control plugins like AnkhSVN?

Unfortunately not. I use VS Express alongside TortoiseSVN, which makes for a fairly decent combination.

EAX

Sep 27, 2009 at 8:12 PM

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Does anyone happen to know if the express edition is capable of using source control plugins like AnkhSVN?
Unfortunately not. I use VS Express alongside TortoiseSVN, which makes for a fairly decent combination.

That's too bad, but as long as source code can be checked in to the repository that should be fine as well.

pinacolada

Sep 27, 2009 at 8:22 PM

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I've set up a server for the SVN Repository, but I think I may be having port forwarding issues, but I can't confirm that until someone from outside of my local network tries to connect. If for some reason my port forwarding fails to connect, someone else will have to host the repository.

I'd recommend you use a service to do your SVN hosting, like maybe Google Code. Running a server from home is kind of a pain; not only do you have to figure out port forwarding, you also will need a static IP or some kind of domain name. And after you get it working, it'll probably break after a few months for some reason. So unless you want to get experience as a sysadmin, better to let the professionals worry about it.

EAX

Sep 27, 2009 at 8:38 PM

I'm using the dyndns service so that the same address will always point to my IP. Also I'm up for getting as much experience as I can. But I agree for the most part. If things begin breaking too much, it would definitely be best to use an already existing service.

EAX

Sep 27, 2009 at 8:51 PM

Progress Report:
We have 3 active members, 1 pending member and 1 who shows interest so far.
The project type has been determined: A Tower Defense type game.
The programming language has been determined: C++
Repository up and running.

If any others are interested, we are still open to gaining more members.

phear-

Sep 27, 2009 at 11:30 PM

Have you guys made a design document yet? Have you chosen an API/library/engine? Do you have any artists or already made artwork you will use? What platforms will you be developing for?

TANSTAAFL

Sep 28, 2009 at 9:36 AM

http://www.assembla.com/

jpetrie

Sep 28, 2009 at 10:55 AM

This belongs in the Help Wanted forum, so I'm moving you. Please edit your original post to conform to the mandatory post template for the Help Wanted forum.

sjohnson243

Sep 28, 2009 at 12:27 PM

PM sent, and very interested

EAX

Sep 28, 2009 at 7:37 PM

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Original post by jpetrie
This belongs in the Help Wanted forum, so I'm moving you. Please edit your original post to conform to the mandatory post template for the Help Wanted forum.

I've edited the original post as required.

FordDevelop

Oct 4, 2009 at 11:22 AM

How is the mentoring going to work? Are you planning to mentor all applicants or are you looking for members who can mentor also?

EAX

Oct 4, 2009 at 1:51 PM

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How is the mentoring going to work? Are you planning to mentor all applicants or are you looking for members who can mentor also?

I'm looking for others who can help mentor also, as I will not have time to do it all myself.
I would like the newer programmers to get to the point where they are able to contribute as well and become more familiar with source control and object oriented programming. We have an IRC channel set up for collaboration and QA sessions. We also have a project set up on pivotal tracker where we can create stories which people will accept and then deliver.

NinjaPleez

Oct 4, 2009 at 11:32 PM

I'm always interested in meeting and working alongside other programmers. PM incoming.

EAX

Oct 5, 2009 at 1:32 AM

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I'm always interested in meeting and working alongside other programmers. PM incoming.

I've replied to your pm, along with several other peoples.

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