Zorb Game Project - Applying C++ Principles

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Overview

The Zorb Game Project is a personal endeavor aimed at applying fundamental principles of C++ programming to develop a text-based terminal game. This will incorporate key concepts in object-oriented programming (OOP) including classes, functions, and modular code organization.

Principles Applied

1. Object-Oriented Programming (OOP)

• The Zorb and ZorbAppearance classes encapsulate game object properties and appearance, respectively.
• OOP principles like inheritance, encapsulation, and abstraction are applied.

2. Modularization

• The project is organized into separate header files, promoting modularity and code reusability.
• Each header file serves a specific purpose, enhancing code maintainability.

3. Abstraction

• Header files abstract the implementation details, allowing users to interact with game objects and utilities through well-defined interfaces.

4. Code Reusability

• Utility functions in zUtility.hpp can be reused across the project, reducing redundancy.

5. Operator Overloading

• Zorb class overloads operators for custom behaviors, improving code readability.

Learning and Growth

This project is my attempt at applying C++ principles and techniques learned during my current sophomore fall semester. It serves as a practical exercise to reinforce understanding and enhance programming skills.

As the project evolves, the goal is to create an engaging text-based game with a user-friendly interface while adhering to best practices in C++ programming.

Please refer to the source code and header files within the repository for more details.