Smalltalk Learning Project: Any recommendation? [closed]

Answer 1

I really, really like The Laser Game Tutorial

Tutorial: Squeak Development Example for Squeak 3.9

A.K.A. "The Laser Game Tutorial" This excellent tutorial by Stephan Wessels will guide you through installing Squeak, to creating a fun game using the Morphic graphics system, all > while observing solid object-oriented design principles

It is divided in 6 Sessions so 1 each day although I must say each session has taken me two hours or so.

Perfect for your objectives.

Answer 2

Just do whatever you'd do in the language you already know. Taking a small task like writing a simple TODO list or even simple blog will undoubtedly improve your Smalltalk skills.

And remember to be easy on yourself. Expecting too much too soon can be intimidating.

Answer 3

You can have a look at Programming with robots.

I think the BotsInc material can be mastered in one week - although the time taken can vary. There is a Free book version for download available. And for small real world projects there is NXTalk announced for early this year.

Answer 4

If you would like to try something different, check out GNU Smalltalk Koans at http://skim.la/gnu_smalltalk_koans/, a set of tests to teach you Smalltalk in the tradition of Edgecase's Ruby Koans and Python Koans.

It promises to incrementally deepen your understanding of the language through tests.

Answer 5

I really enjoyed Ted Bracht's Dolphin Smalltalk Tutorial:

http://www.amazon.co.uk/Dolphin-SmallTalk-Tutorial-Ted-Bracht/dp/0201737930

It takes you set-by-step through a GUI-based windows application. It's a pretty good tutorial.

Answer 6

Look into a book Squeak by Example, there are many examples to work on and practice. After a while you'll be very well prepared for some real, yet mini project.

I think you need only few days for a book with examples, so this is well spend time even if you have just one week.