This Lua Fundamentals training is designed to introduce participants to the Lua programming language for scripting, automation, and embedded application development. The course covers Lua syntax, data types, control flow, functions, tables, modules, and integration basics. Participants will gain hands-on experience to write efficient Lua scripts and use Lua in game development, embedded systems, and application scripting environments.

• Understand the syntax, scripting capabilities, and core programming concepts of Lua for application and automation development.
• Set up and configure the Lua environment, development tools, and project dependencies for programming tasks.
• Design scripts, functions, modules, and reusable program components using Lua development approaches.
• Implement control structures, tables, file handling, and scripting workflows effectively.
• Debug, test, and optimize Lua applications for performance, reliability, and maintainability.
• Build scalable, reusable, and production-ready scripts and applications using Lua programming best practices.

 • Beginners starting with Lua programming
 • Game developers and scripters
 • Embedded and IoT developers
 • Automation and scripting professionals
 • Developers integrating Lua into applications

 • Basic understanding of programming concepts
 • Familiarity with any programming language is helpful
 • Basic computer operation skills

 • Writing and running Lua scripts
 • Understanding Lua syntax and language features
 • Using tables and core data structures
 • Creating functions and modular code
 • Implementing control flow logic
 • Handling errors and basic debugging
 • Integrating Lua with host applications
 • Writing efficient and maintainable Lua code

By the end of this training, participants will be able to write effective Lua scripts and use Lua for scripting and embedded application development. Learners will gain strong fundamentals in Lua syntax, tables, and modular programming, enabling them to apply Lua confidently in game development, automation, and embedded environments.

Introduction to Lua & Development Setup
 • What is Lua and where it is used
 • Installing Lua and development tools
 • Running Lua scripts
 • Understanding Lua program structure

Lua Language Basics
 • Variables and data types
 • Strings and numbers
 • Operators and expressions
 • Basic input and output

Control Flow & Functions
 • if, elseif, and else statements
 • for and while loops
 • Defining and calling functions
 • Function parameters and return values

Tables & Core Data Structures
 • Using tables as arrays and dictionaries
 • Iterating over tables
 • Nested tables
 • Common table operations

Modules & Code Organization
 • Creating Lua modules
 • Requiring and using modules
 • Organizing larger Lua projects
 • Code reuse best practices

Error Handling & Debugging
 • Using pcall and xpcall
 • Handling runtime errors
 • Debugging techniques
 • Writing robust Lua code

Lua and C Integration Basics
 • Overview of Lua C API
 • Embedding Lua in C/C++ applications
 • Calling C functions from Lua
 • Basic interoperability concepts

Lua for Automation & Scripting
 • Writing automation scripts
 • File system operations
 • Running system commands
 • Scheduling and task automation basics

Best Practices & Mini Project Workshop
 • Writing clean and readable Lua code
 • Performance considerations basics
 • Structuring Lua projects
 • Building a small Lua scripting project

• Lua Setup & Programming Fundamentals
• Syntax, Variables & Control Flow Management
• Functions, Modules & Script Development
• Tables, File Handling & Automation Scripting
• Testing, Debugging & Performance Optimization
• End-to-End Lua Application Development Project

Participants will be evaluated through hands-on Lua scripting labs, practical automation exercises, instructor-led code reviews, and a final mini-project assessment focused on building real-world Lua scripts.

Participants will receive course materials, slides, reference materials, exercises and access to resources for further learning.

Upon successful completion of the training, participants will receive an AcadNXT Certificate of Completion for Lua Fundamentals. This digital, verifiable certification validates practical Lua scripting and application integration skills and can be shared on LinkedIn and included in professional profiles to enhance career credibility.