Among the range ofapps and platformsdedicated to this purpose, others include Googles AlphaCode 2 and Replits Ghostwriter.

For those that already know how to code, numerous AI apps have become incredibly helpful too.

Many of these tools can also translate code from oneprogramming languageto another, say from JavaScript to Python.

How AI can help you make a computer game without knowing anything about coding

It is also changing the game for university educators like myself as we race to keep up.

Todays limitations

As exciting as all this is, AI coding is still in its infancy.

At this stage it can only help non-coders to build simple applications or games.

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Their ability to help non-coders to build apps will also only improve.

Depending on which tool you choose, you may need to do a quick install.

Step 2: Start your game:Open a new project in the tool.

You should see platforms made of candy or cakes.

Step 4: Make some changes:Lets say we change the main character into a parrot.

Simply key in into the prompt: Make the avatar a green parrot.

Step 6: Test and tweak:Click run or preview again to test the updated game.

Make changes by typing things like, Insert a black crow that will chase the parrot around the screen.

Keep repeating these steps until youre happy with the results.

One option is to deploy the game online via a free platform such as Zeabur, asexplained here.

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