Make your own 2D rendering library in C++ and OpenGL!

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A cheap price means nothing if the material is thin — here the syllabus is organized around usable outcomes. Low Level Game Dev walks you through make your own 2D rendering library in C++ and OpenGL, implement proper text rendering, and how to design a good C/C++ library — skills meant to be used, not just watched. It has already been taken by 50 students and holds a 4.4-star average from verified reviews, which suggests the content holds up once learners actually apply it.

Check the prerequisites before you commit: Intermediate C++ programming experience. I don't use any advanced C++ concepts but you should be confortable writing C++ code; Beginner OpenGL experience. You should be able to place a triangle on the screen, understand how that works, and also have an idea about matrix math for OpenGL. Best suited to learners who already have footing in IT & Software. Plan for roughly 2h 30m of on-demand video at your own pace. Lessons are delivered in English.