Roadmap for Pong Game Implementation

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Study Plan: Pong Game with Websockets using NestJS and Socket.IO

This study plan outlines the steps to develop a Pong game using websockets and the Socket.IO library within the NestJS framework. The goal is to create a real-time multiplayer Pong game where players can compete against each other online.

1. Familiarize yourself with the basics of NestJS (relates to Study NestJS #19)

   • Understand the core concepts of NestJS, such as modules, controllers, and providers.
   • Learn how to set up a basic NestJS project and run it.
   • Explore how to handle HTTP requests and responses using controllers and services.

2. Study websockets and Socket.IO:

   • Understand the concept of websockets and their advantages over traditional HTTP requests. #28
   • Learn about the Socket.IO library and its features for real-time communication.
   • Explore the documentation and examples provided by Socket.IO to understand its usage and integration with NestJS.

3. Design the architecture of your Pong game:

   • Create game logic and resources #37
   • Plan how websockets will be used to handle real-time updates and communication between players.

4. Implement the backend:

   • Create a NestJS module for handling the game-related functionality.
   • Set up a Socket.IO server within your NestJS application.
   • Implement the game logic, including ball movement, collision detection, and scoring.
   • Handle socket events for player actions, such as paddle movement and game start/stop.
   • Implement room management to handle multiple game instances.

5. Build the frontend:

   • Choose a TypeScript framework for the frontend, such as Angular or React.
   • Set up a Socket.IO client in the frontend application to establish a connection with the backend.
   • Create the necessary UI components for rendering the game, including the paddles, ball, and scoreboard.
   • Handle user input for controlling the paddles.
   • Emit socket events to communicate with the backend for actions such as paddle movement and game start/stop.

6. Test and debug:

   • Write unit tests for the backend components to ensure they function correctly.
   • Test the game's functionality by simulating player interactions and verifying the expected behavior.
   • Debug any issues or errors that arise during testing.