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Game Development Courses

Game development courses can help you learn programming languages like C and C++, game design principles, 3D modeling, and animation techniques. You can build skills in level design, user interface creation, and game mechanics implementation. Many courses introduce tools such as Unity and Unreal Engine, that support creating immersive gaming experiences and allow you to apply your skills in real projects.


Popular Game Development Courses and Certifications


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    École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne

    Functional Programming in Scala

    Skills you'll gain: Scala Programming, Apache Spark, User Interface (UI), Distributed Computing, Programming Principles, Big Data, Data Processing, Software Design, Data Structures, Software Design Patterns, Functional Design, Data Manipulation, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Heat Maps, Interactive Data Visualization, Computer Programming, Real Time Data, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Geospatial Information and Technology, Performance Tuning

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Colorado System

    Moving, Shooting, and Debugging in GameMaker

    Skills you'll gain: Video Game Development, Game Design, Debugging, Programming Principles, Animations, Scripting Languages, Event-Driven Programming

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Pennsylvania

    Success

    Skills you'll gain: Growth Mindedness, Personal Development, Optimism, Self-Awareness, Self-Motivation, Goal Setting, Adaptability, Strong Work Ethic, Cultural Diversity

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Epic Games

    Unreal Engine Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Unreal Engine, Virtual Environment, Version Control, 3D Assets, Video Game Development, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Game Design, Animation and Game Design, Content Management, User Interface (UI), Software Installation

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    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    84 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    AI CERTs

    AI for Vibe Coding

    Skills you'll gain: Vibe coding, Programming Principles, Prompt Engineering, OpenAI API, LangChain, Generative AI Agents, AI Enablement, Artificial Intelligence, Generative AI, Responsible AI, Computer Programming, Application Development, AI Product Strategy, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), No-Code Development, Debugging

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    Introduction to Unreal Engine 5 and Building the Foundations

    Skills you'll gain: Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Game Design, User Interface (UI)

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Collaborate and Version Control Your AI Apps

    Skills you'll gain: User Story, Agile Methodology, Version Control, Persona (User Experience), Kanban Principles

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    IBM

    IBM Program Manager

    Skills you'll gain: Program Management, Stakeholder Management, Resource Allocation, Agile Software Development, Scrum (Software Development), Agile Methodology, Project Management Life Cycle, Kanban Principles, Change Management, Project Management Office (PMO), Organizational Change, Responsible AI, Organizational Strategy, Agile Product Development, Agile Project Management, Risk Management, Governance, Cost Management, Project Management, Leadership

    4.8
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    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Minnesota

    Creative Problem Solving

    Skills you'll gain: Creativity, Creative Thinking, Creative Problem-Solving, Brainstorming, Cognitive flexibility, Persistence, Curiosity, Resourcefulness, Innovation, Problem Solving, Growth Mindedness, Adaptability, Motivational Skills

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    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of California, Davis

    Introduction to Google SEO

    Skills you'll gain: Search Engine Optimization, Persona Development, Web Analytics and SEO, Keyword Research, Target Audience, Branding, Target Market, Digital Marketing, Social Media Strategy, Content Strategy, Brand Awareness, Consumer Behaviour, User Research, Algorithms, Data Analysis, Business Reporting

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    10K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Vibe Coding with Windsurf – No Code Web Design

    Skills you'll gain: Vibe coding, Web Development Tools, Application Development, Software Installation, GitHub

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Meta

    What is the Metaverse?

    Skills you'll gain: Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Virtual Reality, Augmented Reality, Virtual Environment, Digital Assets, Healthcare Ethics, Virtual Teams, E-Commerce, Collaborative Software, Blockchain, Diversity and Inclusion, Emerging Technologies, Research and Design, Education and Training, New Product Development, Content Creation, Communication, Economics, Safety and Security

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    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular Game Development courses

  • Functional Programming in Scala: École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne
  • Moving, Shooting, and Debugging in GameMaker: University of Colorado System
  • Success: University of Pennsylvania
  • Unreal Engine Fundamentals : Epic Games
  • AI for Vibe Coding: AI CERTs
  • Introduction to Unreal Engine 5 and Building the Foundations: Packt
  • Collaborate and Version Control Your AI Apps: Coursera
  • IBM Program Manager: IBM
  • Creative Problem Solving: University of Minnesota
  • Introduction to Google SEO: University of California, Davis

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