"When my weird Game Programmer friends spoke of their gaming worlds, I fought the urge to roll my eyes (or did it outside their line of sight).

I would just respond with a polite smile, well-timed head nods, and basically did the patronizing thing."

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IJCH - Inside JaiChai's Head (Meaning: My Warped, Personal Opinions and Musings)

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From the Author:

Salutations.

I am JaiChai.

And if I haven't had the pleasure of meeting you before, I'm delighted to make your acquaintance now.

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For my returning online friends, "It's always great to see you again!

Programming Game Worlds - What's the big deal?

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What was it about game programming that elicited so much passion in my friends?

I was without a clue.

On the rare occasions that they forced themselves to take a break, chill with me, have lunch and a few beers, I would listen to their latest problems while programming this or that gaming component.

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When my weird Game Programmer friends spoke of their gaming worlds, I fought the urge to roll my eyes (or did it outside their line of sight).

I would just respond with a polite smile, well-timed head nods, and basically did the patronizing thing.

But, while researching about other subjects that I am completely fascinated with, namely: Quantum Physics, AI, Ancient Religions, and Simulation Theory, I ended up with a huge, newfound respect for my Game Programmer friends.

Why?

I found out that Game Programming and Simulation Theory have A BUTTLOAD IN COMMON.

It [Game Programming] also incorporates the tenets of several of my favorite subjects, such as Quantum Physics, AI and Ancient Religions.

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For example:

The "it only exists if you look at it" concept of Quantum Physics is used in Game Programming to conserve computational resources (similarly expressed in Simulation Theory).

The AI is akin to "Universal Consciousness", "The Engineer", "Creator", or "Top Programmer".

Limited or total reincarnation is a feature of game programming and Simulation Theory.

And so much more!

"Dude! I'm Not Worthy!"

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So, if any Game Programmers are reading this, "Major props to you!"

Now I understand why you do what you do.

Games are Simulation Theory in action!

And I guess that makes you a member of the omnipotent "Creator Class" ( a.k.a. Gods).

By JaiChai

"Really Appreciate You Stopping By. Truly hope to see you again!"

And if you liked my post, kindly Upvote, Comment and Follow.

Here's your TORUM invitation!

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About the Author

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Believing that school was too boring, he dropped out of High School early; only to earn an AA, BS and MBA in less than 4 years much later in life – while working full-time as a Navy/Marine Corps Medic.

In spite of a fear of heights and deep water, he performed high altitude, free-fall parachute jumps and hazardous diving ops in deep, open ocean water.

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After 24 years of active duty, he retired in Asia.

Since then, he's been a full-time, single papa and actively pursuing his varied passions (Writing, Disruptive Technology, Computer Science and Cryptocurrency - plus more hobbies too boring or bizarre for most folk).

He lives on an island paradise with his girlfriend, teenage daughter and two dogs.

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"My mind was a terrible thing to waste..." - JaiChai

Excerpted from: (IJCH) Game Programming and Simulation Theory - Astonishing Connections (or Why I now respect my Weird Game Programmer Friends) JaiChai 2017. Revised 12-19-2020. Simultaneous multi-site submissions posted. All rights reserved.