Android^™ Game Programming For Dummies^®

by Derek James

Android™ Game Programming For Dummies®

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About the Author

Derek James is the founder and owner of Polyclef Software, one of the most successful Android indie game developers on Google Play. His apps and games have garnered over 1 million combined downloads, with multiple games receiving four-star or better ratings and holding top-ranking positions in their categories for many months. He was an early adopter of the Android platform and has been developing Android apps and games since the first device was released. He lives in Lafayette, Louisiana. You can follow Derek on Polyclef’s Twitter feed (@polyclefapps), his blog (http://polyclefsoftware.blogspot.com), and his website (polyclefsoftware.com).

Dedication

To Jenna, who was there by my side throughout the writing of this book.

Author’s Acknowledgments

Thanks to Acquisitions Editor Kyle Looper for contacting me to work on this book. I’m grateful for the opportunity.

Thanks for Project Editor Pat O’Brien for all the valuable and timely feedback in helping get this book put together.

Jeremy Breaux provided invaluable feedback as technical editor, helping to make sure that the code and examples worked well and were clear.

Finally, thanks to Laurie, as well as my friends and family for being supportive throughout the writing process.

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