What are some good DirectX resources for a beginner?

Question

Hi all,

I'm learning DirectX as part of a hobby project. I've been looking for some good online resources for DirectX9 (using C++, if that distinction matters), but haven't found anything that's a) great for a beginner and b) up to date.

Any recommendations?

Answer 1

CodeProject.com

Answer 2

Gamedev.net is probably a good place to look

Answer 3

When I started using DirectX I found this to be the best resource around for basic stuff: http://www.directxtutorial.com/

When you start reaching an intermediate level they want you to pay a subscription but all the good basic stuff is free. Tutorials are clear and literally step-by-step.

This is website is not bad at all either: http://www.toymaker.info/ - with some good project downloads.

If you have problems the best place to go in my experience is http://www.gamedev.net/ , they have great articles and forums with plenty of so-called gurus.

Answer 4

• Toymaker
• Triple Buffer
• DirectX4VB
• 32Bits

Introduction to 3D Game Programming with DirectX 9: Not an online resource, but that book was very helpful to me.

There's also the DirecX SDK documentation, which should be your definitive resource.