First of all, i want to be a game dev. or... well it´s my dream I know pascal and visual basic... I know i should learn C or C++ so, what shoul i learn? Should i learn C first? Or it´s a wast of time? Should i learn firt to programme games in dos and learn vga and vesa stuff or should i go directly do win32 and gl or dx? Thz

The gamedev FAQ is located here:
http://www.gamedev.net/reference/start_here/

You can also reach it by clicking on the link at the top of the page that reads, "New? Start Here".

The first and second topics answer your questions.

I learned C first and im learning C++ now. It''s not neccessary to learn C first, but I found it useful. C++ basically builds on the concepts of C (the main advance being object orientated programming), the ++ meaning an increment of 1.

C isn''t required to learn C++, but C is still completely usable in a C++ compiler. Much of it is exactly the same in fact. I learned a little C++ (I mean little when I say it), then learned C, then finished C++, so I can''t really recommend how to go about it.


http://druidgames.cjb.net/

Don''t think it matters really. I jumped right into C++.

Some people say it''s easier to learn C++ if you don''t know C. I have no idea myself but, your milage may vary.

I purchased "Game Programming Starter Kit 4.0" at Best Buy (US). You can probably purchase it at Amazon, as well. It comes with online books of Visual C++ 6 and DirectX7. There is a educational version of the MS VC++ compiler and some animation software. A good way to start out.

You can also purchase computer game development books online as well. http://lcis.booksonline.com has introductory offer to join the book club. I just got my books yesterday. With the introductory offer, I received 4 books and got a bill for $20. I have to purchase one more at the regular price to fullfill the agreement. It''s a great way to get some good gaming books! (Type in "game" for a search.)