#Netcode leaning resources

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ruby jetty Apr 5, 2023, 4:09 PM

Hi all!

I started studying about netcode in GameMaker. I already know a little bit about networking but I wanted to go deeper into the subject and turn it into a way to earn some money.

Does anyone have learning resources to share on the subject?

upper valve Apr 7, 2023, 1:31 AM

A good old old article from Valve:
https://developer.valvesoftware.com/wiki/Source_Multiplayer_Networking
(Also many good links on the wiki)

Source Multiplayer Networking

GM Forum post on "Lag-Friendly Real-Time Networking Tips"
https://forum.gamemaker.io/index.php?threads/lag-friendly-real-time-networking-tips.47951/

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