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(See the best response by Ter13.)
Okay so (before we start.. im using Davin Naruto as a Basis just to mess around with, get used to a source and then adapt (as i have already started)
but i have one slight problem.

i have read this whole article
http://www.byond.com/forum/?post=33582&hl=skin
and i have done everything needed.. but there is one small problem.. my items are set out like
obj
'item name here'


and the coding that the article says to use uses a different format. Can someone help me translate over? thanks


Best response
You need to learn BYOND's syntax before you can start working with it. I really suggest actually reading the whole tutorial track and following along.

If you don't understand how to define an object, you aren't going to move any further until you do. It's as simple as that.

You can't write a novel if you don't know the alphabet. Game design is exactly the same, you have to understand the syntax before you can write a system, and you have to understand numerous systems before you can write a game.

Reading is going to be your best bet. Don't come to the forums asking for help until you've made the effort to help yourself. Programming requires a lot of research and learning in a self-directed manner. If you ever want to get anywhere programming, you are going to need to learn to digest lots of information quickly.

Everything you need to get started is in the link below:

http://www.byond.com/developer/articles/resources
thanks for answering my question, which im obviously confused on, its probly an easy answer that i just dont realise.. no need to stab at the ability of someone..
In response to Knight_of_death (#2)
The easy answer is it's completely wrong. I don't see where pokes at your ability; only where he tells you to learn the BYOND syntax.

It is foolish of you to come into something like this and not learn at least the basics of it.
no need to stab at the ability of someone..

I'm sorry if you feel that way. Nobody starts out knowing this stuff. We all started where you are now. If you feel that telling you how this works is a stab at your ability, I really apologize that you feel insulted, but do not acknowledge that you have been insulted.