Introduction

Who should read this book?

To get the best from this book, you need some experience with C and a reasonable knowledge of C++. It does not attempt to teach the basics of C/C++ programming. If you are new to programming then I recommend getting a good introduction to C++ programming, particularly Visual C++.

If you have ever looked at a PC or Playstation game with characters running and leaping through an exciting landscape and wondered how it was done, then you should read this book. You may be a hobby programmer, a student or a professional.

Hobby programmer

The book takes you on an exciting adventure. From the basics of 3D manipulation to morph objects and subdivision. On the way, you get Visual C++ project files to load and software ...

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