Scripting

Scripting in dota2 is handled in Lua.Lua will be lanuched at run time when dota2 loading your addon and can manipulate most facets of game.Scripts can control the events hapen in game mode,game rules,abblities,how interact with hero,creeps,AI,etc..

Getting Started

• Getting Started

Scripting Abilities

• Data Driven Abilities
• Scripting Abilities
• Modifier and Action list

Common Techniques

• Thinkers
• Console Commands
• Dedicated VConsole Log Viewer
• Simple trigger that calls Lua

Reference

• Dota 2 Scripting API
• Dota 2 Scripting Constants
• Built-In Engine Events
• Built-In Ability Names
• Built-In Modifier Names

Lua Resources

• Official Lua Website