* Learn about project management tools that can help facilitate the development process. * Understand the basic concepts of using tiles to handle terrain. * Find out how to implement high-quality sound using the DirectSound and DirectMusic interfaces. * Build your own map editor and learn how to generate random maps. * Learn how to use key frames and animation sets to animate 3D objects. * Discover how the A* algorithm finds the best path across your map. * Create special effects such as explosions and smoke trails using particle systems. * The example code discussed in the book can be downloaded Wordware Web site.
