How to write a mod

[Xylenox]

Hello,

Can someone please explain the basics on how to write a mod and/or link a tutorial? I am kind of experienced in programming.

Thanks!

 

[HebaruSan]

There's a subforum dedicated to it:

https://forum.kerbalspaceprogram.com/index.php?/forum/36-add-on-development/

Assuming you want to write a plugin rather than make parts, this is a good place to start:

 

[Rodhern]

The Diazo link is indeed a good one. If I may add one comment though. In general C# is the best/safe bet, especially if you already know C#, but you don't have to choose C#; most dotnet languages will do.

[sarbian]

16 hours ago, Rodhern said:

The Diazo link is indeed a good one. If I may add one comment though. In general C# is the best/safe bet, especially if you already know C#, but you don't have to choose C#; most dotnet languages will do.

This is true but 99% of the ressource you ll find on KSP modding (and Unity to a lesser degree) use C#

[HebaruSan]

1 hour ago, sarbian said:

This is true but 99% of the ressource you ll find on KSP modding (and Unity to a lesser degree) use C#

And if you need help modding Kerbal in VB.NET or F#, you'll have a harder time than with C#.