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Back to the future: Writing 6502 assembler with Amazon Q Developer

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Amazon Q Developer was used to create a simple game for the Commodore 64. The process involved writing BASIC code to display moving sprites, then converting it to 6502 assembly language for better performance. The experiment showcased four colorful sprites bouncing around the screen. The project demonstrated Amazon Q's ability to assist with coding for vintage computers, highlighting its potential for modernizing legacy code and inspiring retro game development.

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