### Class Description

Continuing from where the [Intro to Java](/content/classes/intro_to_java_part_1.html) series left off, this class has students work together on a common game project based on common skills.

We will explore more in-depth programming topics like data structures, recursive algorithms, polymorphism, and more - in the service of creating either a game itself or a component that can be used in a game.

Since this class is meant to be repeated, the group will decide together what they will work on.  Past projects include: a particle system, a maze generation algorithm, and a platformer game.

### Prerequisites

Completion of the Intro to Java series is required for this class.

### Software

This class continues with the free, open source development environment, [Processing](http://processing.org/).

### Computers

Students should bring their own laptops to class. Please download and install [Processing](http://processing.org/) beforehand!

If it is not possible to bring your however, students are welcome to use one of ours! Make sure to bring a USB Flash Drive to save your work.