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Ai with Lua?

Is there any ai that can write Lua coding for me that is free (not just free tier like fully free no limits) if your just gonna say something about ai slop or trash just skip this post

https://redd.it/1po4123
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I need help executing lua files on VScode

(Sorry for bad english)
I'm using PopOS
Already installed lua with "sudo apt install 5.4" and everything is fine.

When I try to execute a file in VScode terminal with "lua5.4 filename.lua " or "lua filename.lua"
It appears "lua5.4: command not found"

Can someone help me please? Im new on Linux and dont know if I need to do another command on terminal.


https://redd.it/1pp8se1
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How to prevent Lua from aborting the entire program

im trying to embed Lua 5.3.6 into a game, but i dont want lua to abort my program when it encouters an error, and i cant find a way to make sure these two functions are called in protected mode, the first function is called from a lua_CFunction, second is a lua_CFunction, i dont want to have to call all my c functions using pcall in lua, but im fine with pcall in cpp

GameObjectType get_GameObjectType(lua_State L, const int idx) {
void ud = luaL_checkudata(L, idx, "core.GameObjectType");
luaL_argcheck(L, ud != nullptr, idx, "GameObject expected");
return static_cast<GameObjectType
>(ud);
}

static int coregetroot (luaState *L) {
auto *game
objecttype = createGameObjectType(L);
try {
gameobjecttype->object = core::getroot();
} catch (const std::exception& e) {
luaL
error(L,e.what());
}

return 1;
};

https://redd.it/1pql0w6
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Winter Games Tournament
https://redd.it/1pqthco
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is luadist safe to install lua?

if not,how can i install it for windows 10

thanks:)

https://redd.it/1pt7x7o
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Vectarine: A game framework for ultra fast prototyping

I really like Love2D for making games, but it is annoying to export on the web. I like participating in game jams on itch.io and having a web version for people to test is a must. Moreover, I need to restart my game when I make a change to see it which slows me down where coding. That's why I made https://github.com/vanyle/vectarine/ It is a hybrid between a framework and a game engine.

You write your game in Lua (or Luau) and as you save, you see changes instantly. Also, I've automated the export process to make is super simple + added a bunch of other helpful tools to simplify debugging

The engine's interface looks like this:

https://preview.redd.it/tbochxvdcf9g1.png?width=1824&format=png&auto=webp&s=8f3178b29eadae72982997de4ef4a8d3ed4111e5

I'm open to feedback! There is a lot missing right now like Joystick support but I want to improve it over time.

https://redd.it/1pvo97d
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Can I learn lua with dyslexia

I seen bits of lua and it looks fun but I have dyslexia and have a hard time with long words so I was wondering if lua may not be the best thing for me to try to make a hobby and if so where is the best place to try to learn lua with like hand on. Because I dont want to watch a video that is just going to tell me how to do anything. I learn better well doing it myself as well. And one other thing how long does it take the average person to learn lua?

https://redd.it/1q02ksm
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Need help updating code (for gmod)

I found a gmod mod that allows you to get some cool camera shots but it doesn't work. From what I understand it is outdated and I need help updating it since I don't know basically any coding. Some of the commands work but the really important ones don't. I have fixed the "add" command by replacing GetViewEntity() with Entity( 1 ):GetViewEntity() but other than that it is difficult to know what to do.

Basically all the command say something like this

\] smoothcam play



[ERROR\] lua/autorun/smoothcam.lua:147: attempt to index global 'gui' (a nil value)

1. Play - lua/autorun/smoothcam.lua:147

2. unknown - lua/autorun/smoothcam.lua:416

3. unknown - lua/includes/modules/concommand.lua:54



link to the original mod: https://github.com/WilliamVenner/gmod-smoothcam

https://redd.it/1q0btqp
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I built a Lua/Luau obfuscator with control-flow flattening and anti-tamper - looking for feedback

I’ve been working on a Lua/Luau obfuscator as a side project.

It’s not just a renamer - it includes:

string encryption
control-flow flattening
integrity-bound API indirection
environment hardening (anti-hooking)

Here’s a small before/after example:
*https://pastebin.com/raw/GNFGha8e*

I’m mainly looking for feedback or ideas on what could be improved.

If anyone’s curious, I have a Discord where I post builds and updates.

https://redd.it/1q0gbj8
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Is Lua the right step to learn how to code a roblox game?

So, I want to learn how to code so I can make my own story game on roblox. Yet, I am not sure if I am going in the right step or not. Since I heard that Roblox game used Lua or a variation of it.

If it is, what resources should I use to learn lua more, since I am finding coddy tech frustating to use and learn from. Since I would type it thinking I got it correct but then I am stuck and the ai help doesn't work for me. (A human imput would be better since I normally find when a human who has experince can normally find out what I did wrong)

If this isn't the correct step then what should I do instead?



https://redd.it/1q15r42
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What are some of your problems with lua?

Love2d and other libraries are welcome but just say what library your talking about

https://redd.it/1q1euey
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Not sure if this is allowed but I'm looking for people to help with my project
https://redd.it/1q27234
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Made this cool stylized Lua logo, thoughts?
https://redd.it/1q2minc
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Made this cool stylized Lua logo, thoughts?
https://redd.it/1q2minc
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Is there a CLI of lua-language-server's type checking?

I have a Lua project (Neovim plugin).
I'd like to use Neovim's type definitions files, which are provided as LuaLS's @meta things.
I'd like to include type checking in my CI to prevents, but it looks like LuaLS does not work as standalone type checker.
Therefore I looked for typed lua things but none of them sounds great. (teal and stella are not lua, selene does not support LuaLS style type annotations)

Is there a project that does this? Or is there a workaround?

https://redd.it/1q2werf
@r_lua
What are some of your problems with lua?

Love2d and other libraries are welcome but just say what library your talking about

https://redd.it/1q1euey
@r_lua