GLBasic SDK - A Multiplatform BASIC Compiler
- January 8, 2019
- Gernot Frisch
GLBasic SDK is a Multiplatform BASIC Compiler that allows you to write high-performance programs using an easy-to-learn, intuitive BASIC language. It compiles code to C++ based on OpenGL and SDL, enabling you to write a program once and compile it for multiple targets. The integrated development environment features syntax formatting, highlighting, and quick help, as well as interactive help manuals and useful helper tools.
Reviews
Audience ScoreBased on 24 reviews
optimization2 negative mentions
- GLBasic is a powerful and flexible tool for 2D game development, allowing users to create games quickly and efficiently.
- The language has an easy learning curve for those familiar with BASIC, making it accessible for beginners and hobbyists.
- The community is supportive, with many resources and examples available to help users troubleshoot and learn.
- Documentation is inconsistent and often lacks clarity, making it difficult for users to understand certain functions and features.
- The IDE is basic and lacks modern features, which can hinder the development experience compared to more advanced editors.
- The community is small, making it challenging to find answers to specific questions or issues.
- optimization2 mentions
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- 100 % negative mentions
The optimization of the game is generally praised, as it is built on a compiled language that minimizes issues like stuttering and slowdown commonly found in interpreted languages. Users note that the inbuilt commands allow for easy adjustments to code speed, making it forgiving even for less optimized code.
“It's a compiled language, so you're not going to have problems with stuttering and slowdown associated with interpreted alternatives. In fact, for most projects, I find I have to slow the code down, which is easy to do with the inbuilt commands. This is very forgiving if your code doesn't have the best optimization.”
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