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Getting Started
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Skadi

###What is Skadi?

Skadi is a Dota 2 replay parser. Skadi takes a replay of a Dota 2 game, processes the file and makes all the information available to use in plots & data analysis.

This project does not yet use semantic versioning. There is no public/private API distinction at this point, though we are increasingly resisting changes to the main demo/streaming interface. For now, best to use Skadi with some caution. It may not be production ready. For up-to-date information, join #dota2replay on Quakenet IRC.

Getting Started

Installation and Dependencies

The following packages are needed to run Skadi:

Skadi examples

Examples scripts are a great way to get started learning Skadi.

What does Skadi enable?

Skadi enables many kinds of statistical analysis, plotting and comparisons of game data with 100% accuracy. Because the data is coming right from the replay file, you can calculate statistics on your own play, compare your creep score against others over the game, plot all net worths over time. Right now, skill shot analysis is being explored, such as a Pudge hook or Mirana arrow %.

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What data is available through Skadi?

This is one of the biggest knowledge gaps with Skadi currently. The dem file does contain everything that is needed to replay the game via the Dota 2 client. We are still testing and exploring what Skadi will enable. We have a good understanding of player/hero related items (gold, health, xp, level, items, etc.) Modifiers (buffs/debuff) are a big area of interest, but have not been explored as extensively.

FAQ

How can I help?

If you are familiar with Skadi, you can always help by checking the TODO: Beginner Tasks page for open items that others are requesting. These are usually items that the requester has looked at but couldn't figure out, or items they think are useful, but don't have the time to complete.

There's a bug!

We use the GitHub issue reporting system to track bugs. If you are unsure whether you have a bug or not, hop into the #dota2replay channel on QuakeNet IRC and we can help you figure it out.

Can I use Skadi for my own website/project?

The MIT License allows you to use Skadi for your own purposes, provided you license your software using the MIT license as well.

The above copyright notice and this permission notice shall be included in all copies or substantial portions of the Software.

Reference

Demo File Structure
Types of data encountered in Skadi
Example Scripts
TODO: Beginner Tasks

Contact

#dota2replay on Quakenet IRC is the fastest way to get in touch. Additionally, you can e-mail [email protected]

Thanks

Skadi uses the pioneering edith project as a reference implementation for parsing bit streams.

A big shoutout to the folks in #dota2replay on Quakenet. Feel free to stop by if you have any questions! (Be patient, we're around!)

License

We're counting on you: please mention Skadi when used in your projects. We ask for "Powered by Skadi" in the footer of your site template.

Skadi is offered under the MIT license.

This license applies to all revisions of source code until otherwise noted in the latest version of this document.