Learn basic scripting | Godot 3D

Published: 01 April 2026
on channel: FriendlyCosmonaut

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We get acquainted with Godot's scripting language (GDScript) and script editor. We (re)examine Node hierarchies and Classes, learn about coding basics (variables/properties, functions, and if statements) and code some basic movement.

DEMO PROJECT
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TIMESTAMPS
0:00 - Intro
0:36 - Recap & outline
0:58 - Detaching, creating, navigating scripts
4:23 - Object inheritance
5:20 - What is: extends CharacterBody3D?
5:36 - Where do we get built-in functions?
7:59 - What is the underscore in _process?
9:31 - Quick note on GDScript style conventions
9:58 - Functions overview - what is "pass"
11:26 - What do I put in _ready() and _process()?
12:42 - What's "void"? Function return values
14:37 - The "position" variable/parameters
16:10 - Move the player over time
17:10 - Conditions and input
18:51 - Remember to Tab!
19:57 - All arrow key inputs
21:17 - No collisions
21:28 - Outro

CREDITS
Intro and Outro clips were made by @Vossel

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