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Jukka Tapanimäki
Jukka Tapanimäki (11 August 1961 – 1 May 2000) was a Finnish game programmer from Tampere, Pirkanmaa. Tapanimäki wrote his games for the Commodore 64 computer, and many have been ported to other computer systems. Tapanimäki was a reviewer for ''MikroBitti'' and '' "C"'' computer magazines; and a freelance writer of advanced-level computer programming articles. He also published a book called ''C-64 Pelintekijän Opas'' (or ''"C-64 Game Maker's Guide"'') in 1990. Career choice Tapanimäki was originally interested in a career as a graphic designer for advertisements. After failing the entrance exams to the University of Art and Design Helsinki twice, he instead started studying literature in 1984. In summer 1985, he purchased a Commodore 64 computer. Although he had no previous experience with computers, Tapanimäki decided to become a game programmer after a few months. He quit his studies and went on welfare to be able to concentrate on programming. Tapanimäki spent 1986 ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
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