What is Game Scribbler? 

Game Scribbler is a monthly subscription box which is dedicated to teaching programming through basic game development. It is geared towards development on the Raspberry Pi so the programmer is not required to have a fancy computer, or even internet connection..only a Raspberry Pi which can be obtained for way less than $100.

How does it work?

Each month, the subscriber will receive a game project workbook that outlines and details the code that is used to create a working game. Additionally, the project workbook will include mini coding projects designed to teach basic coding concepts that are going to be used to develop the game.

Along with the workbook will be an SD card with the project game files, art, music, and sounds. In addition to the project files, the operating system and development environments will also be included and configured, so all the coder has to do is insert the SD card into the Pi and they are ready to start programming the game!

What are the features? 

1. The key factor, however, is that the coder is given explanations as to what the code actually does and why I coded it the way I did, so it goes beyond simply copying and pasting code. I see to help facilitate the understanding of why code does what it does, rather than feeding code and hoping it is inherently understood what is being done. 
2. The coder will be given the option of different styles of art, music and background to use so that they may customize the game to their liking. Each game will come with different background music options as well as art options. 
3. Each project comes with an SD card which includes the Raspbian operating system and the programming environments. So there is no need to configure PATHS, install software, or messing with configuring operating systems. Just plug in the card and you are ready to develop! 
4. The Raspberry Pi is very affordable! There are several sites where you can obtain a Raspberry Pi 2 Model B for even under $50! This helps to target those who do not have computers, or internet as well as those who just want a device to program on and keep separate from their main computers. 
5. At the end of each project, you end up with a working game! All of that development offers instant gratification in the form of a game that you developed yourself! 
6. The project workbook and files are delivered to your house! You don’t have to download the files as I will send them with each monthly project. In the event that your card does not work, I will happily send out another one, or offer the option to download the files should you want the option to.