🎮 Aspiring Game Developer | Self-Taught Programmer | Passionate Learner | Digital Artist

Hi, I'm James, a digital artist from Brazil currently on a self-taught journey to become a game developer.

I've always been fascinated by video games and curious about the programming behind them. It wasn't until adulthood that I decided to commit to learning programming on my own. My journey began with Lua on Pico-8, where I experimented with creating simple prototypes and understanding the fundamentals of game development. Later, I explored the Godot Engine, which provided valuable insights into game mechanics and design.

However, I discovered that working within a general-purpose game engine didn’t align with my interests. I prefer coding games directly, without relying on the extensive panels and tools of game engines. This hands-on approach allows me to gain a deeper understanding of programming and a closer connection to the development process.

After working with Godot, I decided to focus on learning C++ to develop games entirely from scratch. This approach allows me to create games without relying on general-purpose game engines, giving me full control over the development process and a deeper understanding of the underlying systems.

• 🎮 Game Development:Currently writing code-powered games from scratch.
• 💻 Programming: Learning C++ and discovering new ways to solve challenges.
• 🎨 Digital Art & Pixel Art: Normal digital art and pixelart in Aseprite.
• 🔧 Creative Problem Solving: Enjoy tackling coding puzzles and turning ideas into reality.

• 📚 C++ Programming: My current focus is on designing and developing games by building every component directly in code. I find this approach more intuitive and enjoyable compared to using general-purpose game engines like Godot or Unity. It allows me to have complete control over the development process and gain a deeper understanding of the underlying programming concepts.
• 🎨 Graphics Programming in OpenGL and Shaders: Exploring the depths of rendering technology and mastering the art of creating visuals from the ground up, I’m focused on building a solid foundation to bring immersive graphics to life through code. This journey is teaching me to understand the intricate processes that transform data into stunning visual experiences.
• 🧠 Assembly 6502: Delving into the art of retro gaming code to learn from the brilliant minds of the past. By studying their techniques, I'm uncovering timeless principles and gaining a deeper appreciation for the foundations of programming.

• Visual Studio 2022
• Visual Studio Code
• C/C++
• Lua
• Pico-8
• Picotron
• Godot Engine
• Clip Studio Paint (For digital art)
• Aseprite (For pixelart)

• Build and release my very own game projects.
• Develop a deeper understanding of programming concepts through hands-on coding.
• Share my projects and connect with other passionate developers in the gaming community.

• 🚀 I love learning by doing and experimenting with code—it's where the magic happens!
• 🕹️ I'm fascinated by the old-school charm retro gaming consoles I playind when was a kid and how it challenges creativity within constraints.

• Feel free to check out my repositories, share feedback, or just say hi! 😊
• Email: jamesfoxbr@hotmail.com
• Discord: Jamesfoxbr

👾 Thanks for stopping by and exploring my journey into game development! Let’s create something awesome together!