Games Are Smarter Than Us

Overview

Explore AI-powered game development in JavaScript, from creating a 2D game to implementing AI that can win it, showcasing the versatility of JS beyond web applications.

Syllabus

• Introduction to AI in Games
Overview of AI in game development
The role of AI in enhancing player experience
• JavaScript Fundamentals for Game Development
Core JavaScript concepts
Setting up a development environment
Introduction to game loops and rendering
• Basics of 2D Game Development
Designing a simple 2D game
Graphics and animation in JavaScript
Managing game states and user inputs
• Introduction to AI Concepts
Understanding game AI vs. traditional AI
Basic pathfinding algorithms (e.g., A* algorithm)
• Building a Game with Simple AI
Implementing non-player characters (NPCs)
Creating a basic rule-based AI
• Advanced Game AI Techniques
Finite state machines (FSM)
Decision trees and behavior trees
Introduction to neural networks in games
• Implementing an AI that Can "Win" the Game
Developing an AI opponent or assistant
Strategies for AI optimization
Testing and refining AI behavior
• Integrating AI in Game Design
Balancing AI difficulty
Enhancing player experience with adaptive AI
• Case Studies and Examples
Reviewing popular games with advanced AI
Analyzing successful AI implementations
• Capstone Project
Designing and developing a full 2D game in JavaScript
Implementing AI that competes or collaborates with player
Project presentation and feedback
• Conclusion and Future Trends
Emerging trends in AI-powered games
Future developments in AI and game design
• Resources and Further Learning
Recommended reading and online courses
Communities and forums for game developers

Subjects

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