Devoxx: Let’s use IntelliJ as a game engine, just because we can by Alexandros Chatzizacharias

Let’s use IntelliJ as a game engine, just because we can by Alexandros Chatzizacharias

Imagine treating IntelliJ IDEA—your go-to Java IDE—as a full-blown game engine. That’s exactly what Alexander did, using the IntelliJ plugin platform to wire up game logic, render sprites, handle physics, and even battle a rogue mutable variable intent on destroying your cursor. It’s equal parts absurdity, head-scratching moments, and “aha” breakthroughs.

This session is all about embracing curiosity and having fun with your tools. Expect laughs, unexpected innovations, and inspiration to kick off your own offbeat experiments—because sometimes the best projects start with a silly idea.

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