Hello, I am looking for Game A.I programming ,understanding different A.I Alogrithm methods,and designing new methods ,I want to know Which programming Languages I should use for A.I Programming under Windows.would C++will do or I have to learn LISP and etc, and What software I will require to learn it from Ground up. Please help I am from India.And does it require a lot of Knowledge in Maths to design a very good A.I system. Thanks

Remember, AI is a concept and a way of thinking - not a language. That being said, 90% of games are written in C++. Many of them use additional scripting languages such as Lua for some aspects of AI. Your best bet, however, is to learn C++ first. Because of the broad usage base of C++, most of the tutorials and AI add-ons are going to be in C++ as well. If you want to be able to tap into them, you will need to know how to read, understand and use them.

For a humorous look at your choice, read this. [wink at Alex]

Good luck... and God help you! (Is it too late to convince you to change your mind and save yourself?)

Thanks Dave :)

Shanpav: Here's more details about starting the learning process of programming game AI. You don't need much software, just time, patience and dedication.

Also, the more math knowledge you have, the better. I've heard it gets you girls too.