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| Modding
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Creating, organizing and releasing your Source project
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| Level Design
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Maps are the 3D worlds where everything comes together
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| Programming
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A mod's C++ code defines the way its world and game rules behave
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| Scripting
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Scripting can be used for adding new functionality or logic to entities
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| Modeling
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Models are the detailed 3D objects that appear in the game world
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| Materials
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Textures and shaders are combined in Source to create materials
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| Sounds
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Quality audio adds a fourth dimension to your world
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| Particles
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Effects like smoke, sparks, blood and fire are created with particles
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| Choreography
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Direct your digital actors' performances with choreographed scenes
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| Filmmaker
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Create movies inside the Source Engine
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| Tutorials
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Step-by-step guides on a variety of topics
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| Technical
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In-depth discussion of Source's features
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| Glossary
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Explanations for terms you may encounter
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| Third-Party Tools
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Useful developer tools created by the community
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| I/O System
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The I/O system is the backbone of most levels in Source based games/mods
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