Yozoraki
Member
Hi! Recently I've been looking into applying for game industry positions in Japan (designer or programmer) and it looks like I'll need to learn more C++. I've done some research already and found plenty of resources on learning C++ for beginners but I was wondering if anyone here knows both languages and has any recommendations for where I should start (resources/advice) where I can better utilise my existing knowledge of GML. I've used mostly Java for my studies and I've actually dabbled with C++ at uni for some stuff so I have a basic understanding of what C++ is and object oriented programming in general. I'm most proficient in GML (Intermediate level, i guess?) so I'd prefer to not have to start over entirely and wade through a bunch of stuff I already know, but I'm willing to if it's the best way.
Alternatively, I'm still learning a lot through GML and don't plan to stop using it for game making even if I learn C++, so would it better for me to build on my portfolio of games and focus on GML? The position would be entry level (in Japan this is direct from a 4 year uni course graduation). Does a GML portfolio translate well enough that I could win this sort of position, and then learn C++ more through the company with the basic knowledge of it I already have? Positions open at the start of next year so I have about a year to prepare, on-top of my regular studies (30 hours a week) so I'm looking for the most productive way to use my time.
Apologies for the mess of thoughts here, any related advice is appreciated!
Alternatively, I'm still learning a lot through GML and don't plan to stop using it for game making even if I learn C++, so would it better for me to build on my portfolio of games and focus on GML? The position would be entry level (in Japan this is direct from a 4 year uni course graduation). Does a GML portfolio translate well enough that I could win this sort of position, and then learn C++ more through the company with the basic knowledge of it I already have? Positions open at the start of next year so I have about a year to prepare, on-top of my regular studies (30 hours a week) so I'm looking for the most productive way to use my time.
Apologies for the mess of thoughts here, any related advice is appreciated!