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I guess, Monkey 2 , and even BlitzMax, can be used as scientific language through module developments, like modules that exists for very slow scripting language called Python. Python is being heavily used in scientific communities and research companies. For that, Monkey 2 must penetrate academies. There is a hidden competition between R and Python, both have slow languages, which R became the winner for a while, then Python has got close. Monkey 2 and BlitzMax, in terms of language, are better general purpose language than Python or R, in my opinion, unless someone explain why not, so far, I cannot imagine otherwise. I have talk to couple of scientists, they don’t like Python, they just like its libraries. I see Java and C++ have scientific libraries too, but not as advanced and expanded as R or Python.
I like Blitz languages, including Monkey 2. I like BlitzMax the most because it was designed for desktop and I have used it in Windows only. Keeping Monkey 2 alive by simply fixing the language and its basic modules, and leaving the time consuming modules to others, is an alternative.
I don’t use it now, but I think I will after I finish few few programs.
I know, I am reading a book about using JOGL, I thought why not seeing how the examples will work with mx2 and its ES 2.0 binding. The same with SDL2. Both for educational purpose, both with lower priority.
If it covers everything in mx2 and includes running examples for each aspect of the core language, like io, file stream, GUI stuff, etc., I have budget for purchasing it next year (2018). Hardcopy or PDF, both works for me.
@yue, since we live in a capitalist society where profit and revenue comes first, nothing is stable or obvious. Don’t be fool, make sure you have inventory of alternatives for your projects. Just help the one that you think is the best, but don’t put too much faith on it.
Simon,
I began the app project with BlitzMax to make it have a game-like GUI interface. Then, I realized that it takes time and I have to finish the app in few weeks. The rush was for the situation that EPL were in. In the last season you couldn’t say which team will finish first and which teams will end up under top four. So I switch to Java/Swing to finish it fast. This app is not important for most of the season. It even may not be important at the end of the next season, because points may not be that close. Regarding the app, lack of mojox examples might be good after all. Now I have enough time to do what I wanted to do with BlitzMax: letting it have a game-like GUI. Thanks for the hint: ted2go as an example.
7-20-17:
– Finished converting the ‘model’ part of the program from Java, works very well, but for the view part I need good reference for mojox.
– Tried ted2go sources, no, waste of time.
– 99% without good documentation and tutorial is 49% for public.
@hezkore, great job.
@Mark, ted2go runs in this display (2560×1440 on 15.6″) very small, but the ‘zoom out’ of the ted scales the entire app to what you like. But, I use the laptop like a desktop connected to a 2K monitor. It is as good in there too without zooming.
Work setup is very personal. A friend of mine work only on armchair with a laptop. He says he switches apps and don’t need any large screen. I can’t. His laptop is only a 14″ one! I realized that he has changed its resolution to lower to see better, but he tolerates the loss of clarity. This is all because of the armchair. Win 10 screen is good now with 2K/4K, but still worse than Mac, so, I switched to Mac. I have realized that in Mac, I don’t have to change resolution from program to program, as all apps look uniform, at least with my IDEs: WingIDE, Netbean, even the old MaxIDE look good. Ted2go screen, in smooth theme, looks like high quality printed brochure. However:
Good that Linux has GeForce drivers now; I will install it in my win 10 desktop to see how the text is with my 2K monitor. If I get a good result, my assumption is that it can work with a good laptop too, then, I can sell my Mac to get a lot cheaper Laptop.
I finished the java version few weeks before the last season ended. It served the purpose very well. Today, I began the monkey 2 edition. I found no good reference for mojox. The tests in mojo directory are limited. Until the 3d rush is over, or until someone who knows provide some tutorial for mojox, I will only use DrawText and images.
Monkey 2 compiles faster in Mac than Windows, I guess MinGW is slow.
It seems my guess is true
I found, non-curved ultra monitors not practical for work. I have not tried curved one. My setup is simple, a 25″ and a large ipad on a stand.
I found more than 25″ difficult for my head. But glad to see linux now can run geforce. I may setup one to see if Its font is good. I just quit Win10 to save my eyes. With a just 2K monitor, I had to resize the screen from one app to another.
Indeed, it is source of credibility for monkey 2. A comprehensive mojox sample makes it absolute.
gridshooter sample is itself a 2d game engine, I am impressed! The game sample shows many interesting language features of Monkey2. This is way beyond BlitzMAX. I donated last year, monthly donation on the way.
I like Blitz languages even Blitz3D, I always support and look for the latest one.
