Touch Lua + 1.3.2

This application provides a programming environment utilizing Lua, a modern and streamlined scripting language renowned for its simplicity and efficiency. While Lua's syntax resembles that of BASIC in its straightforwardness, it surpasses BASIC in speed and capability, making it well-suited for deployment on the iPhone platform.

Note: This version pertains to the iPad edition of the TouchLua Free App.

What Is Lua?

• A versatile, high-performance, lightweight scripting language that can be embedded into various applications.

Features of Touch Lua +

• Dual operation modes: program editing and console (command line)
• Integrated help resources: tutorials (interactive), wiki, reference documentation
• Support for multiple concurrent programs
• Advanced code editor with syntax highlighting
• Extension libraries enable graphics, audio, and database functionalities (available as free and paid options)
• Sample programs are included to facilitate learning and experimentation

Use Cases for Touch Lua +

• Learning programming fundamentals and scripting techniques
• Developing and testing modern scripts quickly through rapid prototyping
• Applying programming skills to real-world scenarios
• Serving as an advanced calculator for mathematical computations

Available In-App Purchases

• Draw Library: Enables creation of complex graphics from basic shapes and objects.
• • Features:
  • - Drawing simple objects such as lines, rectangles, circles, and text
  • - High-speed rendering tailored to device performance
  • - Support for animations
  • - Customizable colors with transparency (32-bit with alpha channel)
  • - Font selection for text objects (font face and size)
  • - Compatibility with included graphic sample programs

• Audio Library: Facilitates playback of music tracks and sound effects.
• • Features:
  • - Playback of one music track at a time
  • - Simultaneous playback of multiple sound effects
  • - Creation, playback, and storage of custom sounds as files

• Turtle Library: Implements Logo-like graphics commands designed to promote logical thinking.
• • Includes examples suitable for absolute beginners to facilitate early learning.

TouchLua+ also incorporates additional free libraries such as:

• Lua File System
• Lua Database
• Lua Matrix Library

Getting Started with Lua

Select the Console mode from the main menu, then access Tutorials (indicated by a first aid kit icon) to begin learning Lua fundamentals through practical exercises. Progressively, users will gain proficiency in scripting techniques.

Important Notice: Touch Lua aligns with Lua version 5.2 standards. If you encounter undefined functions, consult the reference documentation for alternatives. For example: replace 'unpack()' with 'table.unpack()' and 'loadstring()' with 'load()'.

We recommend exploring the free applications developed by Hawwash-Soft to further enhance your learning experience.