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versions: Java JDK Version 21, IntelliJ IDEA, Minecraft 1.21
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- java
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- command-line
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This project tutorial comes from that curiosity. Instead of just playing Minecraft, we are going to extend it by writing our own Java code and create a working Minecraft mod. If you have ever wanted to understand how mods work under the hood or take the first step into game modding, this is the place to start.
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**Mods** (short for modifications) are a way of writing code to alter graphics or gameplay of a game. 🛠️
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**Mods** (short for modifications) are a way of writing code to alter graphics or gameplay of a game.
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There are 200,000+ Minecraft mods on mod hosting sites. It's the most modded game of all-time (by downloads).
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There are 200k+ Minecraft mods on mod hosting sites. It's the most modded game of all-time (by downloads).
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We are going to build a mod that creates a **custom item** in Minecraft:
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This project tutorial requires a setup of the Forge MDK’s project structure and parchment.
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The **Forge MDK** is the official starter kit you use when you want to build a Minecraft mod using the Forge mod loader. Think of the it as a pre-configured project template for modding Minecraft.
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The **Forge MDK** is the official starter kit you use when you want to build a Minecraft mod using the Forge mod loader. Think of the it as a pre-configured project template for modding Minecraft. 🛠️
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The name MDK, which stands for Mod Development Kit, came from the SDK, which stands for Software Developer Kit (i.e. Android SDK, iOS SDK, Unity SDK, Unreal SDK, Windows SDK, PlayStation SDK).
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- Readable names for Minecraft code so it is easier to understand.
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- Rules so your mod does not break the game or other mods.
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This can be very tedious to follow, so I have included the Forge MDK folder with the setup done. Make sure you have all the other prerequisites.
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This can be very tedious to follow, so I have included a Forge MDK folder with the setup done.
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Download it here: [Codédex's Forge MDK Template](https://link.com)
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Let's get started.
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## Downloading IntelliJ
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## Downloading IntelliJ & Java
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[IntelliJ IDEA](https://www.jetbrains.com/idea) is an IDE by JetBrains that helps us write, organize, and run Java code more easily by giving you tools like syntax highlighting, error checking, and one-click project running. It is widely considered to be the best Java IDE for professional use.
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[IntelliJ IDEA](https://www.jetbrains.com/idea) is an IDE that helps us write, organize, and run Java code more easily by giving you tools like syntax highlighting, error checking, and one-click project running. It is widely considered to be the best Java IDE for professional use.
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I am using this, but you can also use Eclipse and VS Code.
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