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Connecting with Code

Connecting with Code 2024: Introduction to Scratch Game Design

https://connectingwithcode.org/camp

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Scratch Projects

Connecting with Code 2024 - Theme: Logic Games

5. Nim - Pick up Sticks

3. Tic-Tac-Toe

4. Linear Lights Out

2. Rock Paper Scissors

1. Coin Collector

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Linear Lights Out

Connecting with Code 2024

Solution Demo

Starting Code

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Goals of the Day

Connecting with Code 2024

  • Function Block
  • Costume switching
  • Broadcast messages
  • Random numbers
  • Arrays
  • Repeat loops
    • Counted loop and an Until loop
  • Main game controller
    • via Hidden message sprite

https://scratch.mit.edu/

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Summary: Coding is fun and You Can do this!

Connecting with Code 2024

  • Communication between broadcast events
    • Each sprite has their own coding responsibilities
  • State array to track the game
  • Breaking down a big problem into smaller pieces!