Operators are the fundamental building blocks of every ChipWit’s behavior. They function as the commands that dictate how your ChipWit thinks and acts within its environment.
What Operators Do #
- Command System: Operators control every action your ChipWit takes. By stringing operators together, you can create complex instructions for your ChipWit to follow.
- Specific Functions: Each operator serves a different purpose—some handle movement (like Skating Forward), others manage decision-making (checking for obstacles), and some interact with objects (picking up a Pie or zapping an Electrocrab).
How Operators Work #
- Sequential Processing: ChipWits process operators one at a time in sequence, following the flow of your program.
- Cycles: Each operator takes a certain amount of cycles—the unit of time in a ChipWit’s world—to complete. Some operators are quick, while others, like complex movements or calculations, take longer.
How Operators and Arguments Work Together #
Operators and Arguments work hand-in-hand to control your ChipWit’s actions. Operators act as the commands that dictate what your ChipWit will do, like moving, picking up items, or making decisions. Arguments are the extra details or conditions that customize these actions, telling the ChipWit how to perform them. For example, the “Skate” operator moves the ChipWit, while the argument specifies the direction—such as forward or backward. Without arguments, operators would lack the specific instructions needed to guide your ChipWit through its mission.
Why Operators Matter #
Operators are the tools you use to program your ChipWit’s behavior, shaping its actions and reactions to navigate tasks or survive the various dangers of the world.
In short, they are the essential components that bring your ChipWit’s program to life!
