Final Project Evidence

Each dropdown matches the rubric category. Each button is a permalink to that exact requirement.

Object-Oriented Programming

Writing ClassesCreate minimum 2 custom character classes extending base classesCode review: Player.js, NPC.js, Enemy.js

Methods & ParametersImplement methods with parameters, like collisionHandler(other, direction)Code review: method signatures with 2+ parameters

Instantiation & ObjectsInstantiate game objects in GameLevel configurationCode review: GameLevel setup objects

InheritanceCreate class hierarchy with 2+ levels, like GameObject to Character to PlayerCode review: extends keyword and inheritance chain

Method OverridingOverride parent methods like update(), draw(), and handleCollision()Code review: polymorphic implementations

Constructor ChainingUse super() to chain constructorsCode review: super(data, gameEnv) calls

Control Structures

IterationUse loops for game object arrays and animation framesCode review: for, forEach, while loops

ConditionalsImplement collision detection and state transitionsCode review: if/else and nested conditions

Nested ConditionsBuild complex logic like power-up plus collision plus directionCode review: multi-level conditionals

Data Types

NumbersTrack position, velocity, and scoreCode review: numeric properties

StringsUse character names, sprite paths, and game statesCode review: string manipulation

BooleansUse flags like isJumping, isPaused, and isVulnerableCode review: boolean logic

ArraysStore game object collections and level dataCode review: array operations

Objects (JSON)Use configuration objects and sprite dataCode review: object literals

Operators

MathematicalUse physics calculations for gravity, velocity, and collisionCode review: +, -, *, / in physics

String OperationsConcatenate paths and display textCode review: template literals and concatenation

Boolean ExpressionsUse compound conditions in game logicCode review: &&, ||, !

Input/Output

Keyboard InputUse Arrow keys, Space, and WASD controls with event listenersTesting: key event handlers respond correctly

Canvas RenderingDraw sprites, backgrounds, and platforms using Canvas APICode review: draw() method implementations

GameEnv ConfigurationSet canvas size, difficulty levels, and game settingsCode review: GameEnv.create() and GameSetup.js

API IntegrationImplement Leaderboard API with POST/GET scoresCode review: fetch calls with error handling

Asynchronous I/OUse async/await or promises for API callsCode review: async/await or .then() chains

JSON ParsingParse API responses like leaderboard data and AI responsesCode review: JSON.parse() and object destructuring

Documentation

Code CommentsAdd JSDoc comments for classes and methodsCode review: comment density over 10%

Mini-Lesson DocumentationCreate comic/visual post with embedded runtime game demoPortfolio review: mini-lesson in personal portfolio

Code HighlightsAnnotate key code snippets in documentation for OOP, APIs, and collisionPortfolio review: highlighted code examples with explanations

Debugging

Console DebuggingUse console.log to track game state, variables, and method callsCode review: strategic logging in update/collision methods

Hit Box VisualizationDraw collision boundaries to refine detectionDemo: toggle hit box display and adjust collision rectangles

Source-Level DebuggingSet breakpoints in DevTools and step through code executionDemo: Sources tab pause and inspect code flow

Network DebuggingExamine Network tab for API calls, CORS errors, and response statusDemo: inspect fetch requests, response data, and error messages

Application DebuggingExamine cookies, localStorage, and session data for login/stateDemo: Application tab inspection of stored data

Element InspectionUse Element Viewer to inspect canvas, DOM elements, and stylesDemo: inspect element properties and game object state

Testing & Verification

Gameplay TestingTest level completion, character interactions, and collision detectionLive demo: play through level without critical bugs

Integration TestingTest API integration like Leaderboard and NPC AI with live backendDemo: successful score saving and AI responses

API Error HandlingUse try/catch blocks for API calls and network errorsCode review: error handling for fetch failures