JavaScript: From Zero to Game Dev Hero & Beyond!
J avaScript. It's the language that powers the web, and increasingly, the language that powers games. You might be surprised to know that you can go from knowing absolutely nothing about JavaScript to building your own games, and even beyond, exploring advanced concepts like server-side scripting and containerization. In this article, I'll share my journey and insights from over 5 years of working with JavaScript, and how you can leverage it to become a game dev hero and much more. One of the most common questions I get asked is: How to Start Making Games in JavaScript with No Experience ? The answer is simpler than you might think. You don't need a fancy engine or a deep understanding of complex algorithms to begin. Start with the basics: learn the fundamentals of JavaScript syntax, variables, loops, and functions. Then, dive into the <canvas> element, which provides a drawing surface for creating 2D games directly in the browser. I remember the thrill of drawing my fi…
