Start Here: The Fundamentals of Commodore 64 Programming in BASIC and 6502 Assembly Language (TheC64 Edition) - Brossura

McGinnis, John

Brossura

ISBN 13: 9798324141318

Casa editrice: Independently published, 2024

Riassunto

Written specifically for THEC64 (a.k.a THEC64 Maxi)

Whether you're discovering the Commodore 64 for the first time or reigniting your passion for retro computing, this comprehensive guide is crafted specifically for today's enthusiast. Packed with essential knowledge and hands-on projects, this book takes you step-by-step through the fundamentals of Commodore 64 programming with both BASIC V2 and 6502 assembly language.
Inside, you'll find clear explanations and detailed instructions covering:

• Commodore BASIC V2
• Creating and animating hardware sprites
• Designing multi-colored sprites and characters
• Generating hi-res and multi-color bitmap graphics
• Customizing your own character sets
• Exploring extended color modes
• Producing vibrant sound effects and polyphonic music
• Handling disk drives, file operations, and bank switching
• Enhancing your programs with 6502 assembly language code
• Developing RAM-resident applications

This book goes beyond traditional programming guides by incorporating extensive coverage of THEC64. You'll learn how to effectively utilize the virtual floppy drive and how to use SUPERMON64 for writing and debugging assembly code on TheC64.

Unlike reproductions of vintage manuals, this freshly authored volume is tailored to modern users, featuring practical examples, easy-to-follow instructions, and abundant full-color screenshots that vividly illustrate every concept.
Embrace the joy of Commodore 64 programming in the 21st century, and bring your creative visions to life with your re-imaged C64.

Dettagli dell'edizione

• Editore: Independently published
• Data di pubblicazione: 2024
• Lingua: Inglese
• ISBN 13: 9798324141318
• Rilegatura: Copertina flessibile
• Numero di pagine: 241
• Contatto del produttore: non disponibile
• Persona responsabile: non disponibile