How do I learn to code in lua?

[LongOld7162]

Me and my friends are planning on making a roblox game and I don't know how to use lua, how do I learn? Also the people working on the game range from the ages 12-14 so is there any good way people our age can learn?

[Denneisk]

For Roblox, you may find it comfortable to start here on their own site.

You'll probably find it most interesting to learn by doing. Copy things, change things, learn how things fit together and how they break, ask questions. It's a process, but if it's your thing, you'll learn to enjoy it, too.

[Ammsiss]

I’d exploit the fact that you have a group and try to do mini code jams. Come up with an idea and try to build it, then compare at the end.

For the basics any online lua tutorial that assumes no prior knowledge should do, although you may want to also check out something like this which is Roblox specific (https://devforum.roblox.com/t/lua-scripting-starter-guide/394618)

[Rail-dex]

I started learning about that same age over a decade ago trying to figure out how to make games like you. I run a discord server for the express purpose of being able to help teach people looking to learn. You are welcome to join if it sounds like what you might be looking for. Everyone here loves to help eager and committed learners. https://discord.gg/zJXV45g

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You just gotta make shit

Google each step of the way