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what do you guys think, a cvs or a custom made management system.

@kennbox
Great, that makes you number 3. Thats a good opinion. I would like us to create something small, along the line learning whatever engine we decide to use. We can even begin to design our own engine . Thats great, please always follow this thread for more updates

Am currently writing the management system for us. Something that will make communication and sharing easy.

Lets see a number 4. Number 4? Where are you?

Lets go there!

Come on guys, hope you guys arent backing out just when we are about 2 get started on something. I have opened a seperate thread "Game development: Join the team" https://www.nairaland.com/nigeria?topic=471237 where we are supposed to recruit ourselves. Lets start from there.

@seun
Please oga, we would like to have our recruiting thread up in the homepage. Here is it https://www.nairaland.com/nigeria?topic=471237 . Thanks in advance


Lets go there!

@tundebabyz

That is nice of you. That makes you number 2. Dont forget to follow this thread.



@everyone
lets do this. Eight more to before discussions begin. Lets keep the fire burning Who is number 3? Number 3!! Gameaddict, maxim etc

The thread has been created.
https://www.nairaland.com/nigeria?topic=471237

If only it could show up in the front page.

Name: Kennedy Idialu
Skills:    C++ (Intermediate),
               Python (Intermediate),
               C# (Basic),
Php(intermediate),
Javascript(jquery), css,
               Photoshop (Basic),
               Mathematics (3/5)
               Physics (2/5)

Hello fellow nairalanders, we ( contributors of the thread https://www.nairaland.com/nigeria?topic=3381 created by the admin Seun) have decided to form a team of programmers and  graphic artists who are interested in venturing into the Game development area of computer science. Because this is an area where one man cannot suceeed alone, we need you to join the team and together we will fulfil our dreams of having Nigeria's first commercial standard game.


So many discussions have been started by people who share the same dream with us. So if you are one of those people like us who think its high time we shifted focus from areas like web designing etc to looking into being one of the forerunners of an industry waiting to explode. If we Nigerians do not start it, who will? So my fellow nigerians lets do this.

If you are a programmer, a graphics artist, idealist or you've got skills in other game development aspects please drop a post stating the following details: Your name, email,phone number, and your skills

For example:

Name: John Adewale
Email:  Johnade@yahoo.com
Phone: 07031223196
Skills:    C++ (Intermediate),
               3DS MAX (Basic),
               Photoshop CS4 (Professional)
               

I will start first and i hope to see fellow members do the same. After we see about 10-15 of us, then we will begin to plan afterwards.

Thanks.

@maxim
Nice, but we wont have to think of graphics if we had 2d grahics experts. They are in abundance in the graphics section, we just need to get them to join us.

@gameaddict
I thinking of a fps with a really short but interesting storyline. If we are able to pull this off, then we could plan to do larger ones. What do you think? Mainwhile, i'm going ahead to create that thread.

@gameaddict

Cool. All we need now is to know who else is interested, i will open a new thread asking those interested to join us. Then when we have a reasonable number of individuals we can discuss further, Mainwhile, the system is underway, cheers

why is this thread so deserted? Is it because we are talking about developing a game, i mean a really small game? Well currently i am developing a small system where we can manage this kind of project, it will be ready in about 5 days. This system will enable us keep track of what everyone is doing(like facebook). For now those interested should signify by typing 'AM IN' then we can begin to discuss other issues. I believe we can do this!

@gameaddict

Just google up "3D archives" you get links to free 3d models. I haven't used xna yet, I once tried truevision 3D. We can start a new thread when we have a number of people showing interest. I haven't even ventured deep in to game programming yet, I currently write web apps but I am familiar with C++, Phython. My C# needs brushing up. If we were to really begin this, I'd say we go with Orge because of its clean OOP structure, its free, its has a great community and its well documented. Although, it isn't a full game engine because it lacks other core components like audio, ai,physics(they are available via plugins). When I am less busy I will open up a thread where interested programmers can join this team. I am currently coding up a lite management system that will be completed in about a week and half. My naija brothers let's go there. Are u in?

A project management system with the below capabilities can definately handle a collaborative project of this nature.


PROJECT GENESIS DESIGN
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This is an online project management system capable of maintaining computer programming projects between multiple individuals remotely.

Features:

PROJECT TEAM SIGNUP & LOGIN SYSTEM: This allows any interested individual willing to join the project team to signup. Already registered members can login. Although, the system will register a user, but, it will not display any of the projects data until the user has been certified as a team member by an administrator.

TEAM MEMBER DASHBOARD: This part of the system is available to all project members. It contains necessary links, feeds etc to keep the members well informed of every part of the project.

MESSAGING SYSTEM: This system allows the team to send private messages to one another. They can also receive general messages from the team leader.

PROFILE SYSTEM: This is just a short but well detailed information of a particular member that contains personal, skills and reference details.Only members can view profiles.

TASK MANAGER: Available to all members. This is where the programmers, graphic artists etc get to see their next official task. It comprises of the task name, description, discussions, time frame for completion, references and a list of those assigned the same task.This system sends a new email notification everytime a new task is assigned.

DISCUSSION BOARD: This a feature that allows any member to create a discussion on any topic. Ideal for discussions relating to designs.

SCREENSHOT & FEED SYSTEM: Allows members to post and view screenshot of other members works.

UPLOAD & DOWNLOAD SYSTEM: This one of the most important feature that allows members to upload finished files, arts, audio etc. They can also download files to work with. The system keeps a log of who and when a file was downloaded or uploaded. This log will be visibile to every member.


I may be pushing things too quick but I believe in action not just words.who is in?

That's the problem with nigerians.we just know how to construct very interesting sentences but actually don't act on what we are saying. Since most of us are new to game development we should join forces in creating a really small but interesting 3D game. That way we can be inspired enough to go further, I mean top game studios didn't just startup with super great games. Imagine a game industry with naija titles e.g Grand Theft Auto: Ajegunle, Onome Akpos: Splitter Cell.

I say we create a new thread or some kind of project management system that holds the names of those that can do specific task. I can develop a lite system for us if we are serious about it.

I mean we have got mad talents in naija, we just need to believe in ourselves.

For now, we can manage free 3D models.There are tons of free archives there.

Mainwhile, I think xna will be a good one to start with. They have lots of support and a great community.

Guys let's do this.

Pls I would like to know if their is a bandwidth/download limit attached with the MTN BIS service. If so, what is it? Do u connect your BB to your laptop?

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Hi, am not sure if this is the right place for this post. Pls moderator move to the appropriate place if neccessary.

I am doing a survey for a new service that i plan to rollout soon. I would like to know how many times you update your facebook status. Revealing these info will help alot. Thanks

Please i would like to knw where i can upgrade my xbox 360 to play cheap games. Please i would like to hear from those who have done it. I cant continue to buy these xpensive games. Thanks

Its actually an original vista cd.i think the problem has to do with the dvd drive & vista dvd. Before it happened i couldnt successfully copy contents from a disc or install,while same disc work with other pcs. What is your recommedation,please or do you know of a place(dell care centers) where i can fix it! Thnks

I guess nl guy arent skilled enough. Off to otigba boys

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I see you have gone through enough trying to reply,i apologise on behalf of our admin. Moreso, i am now aware of your love for dreamweaver. I love it too, infact all what you wrote about it is really true. Now if you want to keep wining about it, go on but i wont respond.

kolitos007:
OMG, where did they get you from lol, so when you design your template, how do you view it, MR Pro lol. ROFL, A big example of misplaced skill management. Seriously mate, you need to wake up

Do i really need DW's preview tab to view a template? When i can just use my browser(i the case of someone who learnt with Notepad). I see you are so into template and because its really easy to edit one with DW, i can see why you are taking this issue really personal.

I already said i maybe wrong, but i see where your stupidity is taking you to.

onye_ngbu:
I am sorry to say this but you are a foooll!

So, not using the preview side of DW have made you a pro? Infact, you are just, . . . . . .

onye, no vex me, lol

Would you say am a fool because i am a pro who uses Notepad and i do not have a preview tab?

who is really foolish?

kolitos007:
Otter Total RUBBISH!!!!!

I don't even understand your point if you are really skilled, OMG, deluded is the word for you mate, please get a grip with reality, why don't you say the same to those people using visual studio, OH Jesus some people and the silly perspective of skilled developer meaning, having to do every thing from scratch so you can prove to people that don't pay you how good you are, well hello, keep wasting your time mr.

Well, say what you wanna.

Dual Core:
You see this year eh? In fact starting from your post. I will start disregarding a lot of posts on this board. I am going to pass on this one and kindly do not mistake my going past this for cowardice cuz I will attack if you ride on this. Yes, violate my personal space and I will attack. Anything other than that and not a word from me.

I am sorry I even started this convo about your ideology, please disregard it and move on.

Cheers

lol, you know am pretty good at attacking too.

I would not continue to challenge views on my ideology which is because they maybe wrong.

Dual Core:
I am not your oga. Its just a wrong idea to think dreamweaver is for beginners alone and for those who only know the basics.

Dont feel too fly,i never said you were in real sense. Well, i am entitled to my own opinion and i say its for those who do not want to mess with codes(html/css beginners). How do you explain a dw site that looks different in browsers? huh?

If you are really skilled,you wouldnt attempt using dreamweaver. I use dreamweaver, but i do not use the preview/design side of it.

Dual Core:
Wrong ideology.

Na you know. oga

@Poster

Sorry jare! They are just trying to let you know that you need to learn well.You only know the basics (else why use dreamweaver). A professional or someone a little above average will not build a site for N1000. I guess you thought you would have atleast 30 people wanting a N1000 site which amounts to N30000.

Togo's Soccer Team Attacked In Angola

https://www.nairaland.com/nigeria/topic-378559.0.html#msg5279154

(CNN) -- A bus carrying Togo's national soccer team to a tournament in Angola came under fire Friday, and Togolese officials said they were weighing whether to pull out of the prestigious Africa Cup of Nations, which starts Sunday.
There were conflicting reports on the casualties. Angola's official press agency, ANGOP, reported nine people were wounded -- eight Togolese and one Angolan. Earlier, Togo striker Thomas Dossevi, who was on the bus, said the bus driver was killed in the attack and three others were injured.
An armed wing of a separatist group -- the Forces for Liberation of the State of Cabinda -- claimed responsibility for the attack. CNN cannot independently verify the claim.
Dossevi, 30, who plays for French league side Nantes, told CNN "armed rebels" with AK-47s had opened fire.
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"We were attacked by armed rebels who used Kalashnikovs. We had just passed the border and a couple of minutes later we were attacked from both sides.
"We hid below the seats -- we had police protection in front and behind but we were attacked from both sides. As soon as I heard the bullets I went to the floor , the attack lasted for 10 to 15 minutes.
"Everyone is at the hospital, the whole team, as everybody wants to be with the injured players. We're waiting to get police protection so we can go to the hotel and sleep," Dossevi said.
The team was headed to Angola for the competition when it was attacked near the border between Angola and the Republic of Congo, according to the Manchester City Football Club in Britain, who had one of its star players on the bus.
"Manchester City can confirm that striker Emmanuel Adebayor is uninjured after this afternoon's attack on the Togo team bus in Angola," a statement on the club's Web site said.
"Club officials have spoken with Adebayor and though shaken by the terrible events, he is unharmed."
"We are currently in talks with the Football Association over what may happen next," the club said.
Togo is scheduled to play Ghana on Monday in Cabinda, which is one of the tournament venues.
Cabinda is a disputed, oil-rich enclave located within the Democratic Republic of Congo. A strip of that nation separates it from Angola, one of the world's largest energy producers and a major supplier of petroleum and liquefied natural gas to the U.S. market.
Angola, which was wracked by civil war for nearly three decades, brokered a peace deal in 2006 with separatists seeking an independent republic of Cabinda.
Manchester City Manager Roberto Mancini expressed condolences for the injured players and their families.
"Our thoughts are with the Togo team, their Football Association and the people. We send them our best wishes at this traumatic time," he said.
Togo is a strip of a nation that averages about 60 miles wide, nestled between Benin and Ghana in West Africa. It is smaller than the U.S. state of West Virginia.

http://edition.cnn.com/2010/SPORT/football/01/08/football.togo.nations.shooting/index.html

dull looking and unattractive!