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Game Programming Courses

Game programming courses can help you learn coding languages like C# and C++, game design principles, level design, and physics simulation. You can build skills in debugging, optimizing game performance, and creating engaging user interfaces. Many courses introduce tools such as Unity and Unreal Engine, that support developing interactive experiences and implementing graphics and sound effects.

Popular Game Programming Courses and Certifications


  • P

    Packt

    Foundations of 3D Modelling in Blender

    Skills you'll gain: 3D Modeling, 3D Assets, Computer Graphic Techniques, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Graphical Tools, Computer Graphics, Animation and Game Design, Model Optimization, User Interface (UI)

    4.2 stars, 33 reviews, Beginner, Course, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.2 (33) · Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
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  • U

    University of Minnesota

    Introduction to Predictive Modeling

    Skills you'll gain: Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Model Evaluation, Predictive Modeling, Data Preprocessing, Model Training, Regression Analysis, Microsoft Excel, Forecasting, Excel Formulas, Pivot Tables And Charts, Data Manipulation, Data Transformation, Feature Engineering, Statistical Modeling, Spreadsheet Software, Predictive Analytics, Model Optimization, Data Cleansing, Statistical Methods

    4.8 stars, 145 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (145) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
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  • A

    Arm

    Cortex-M Software Development Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Embedded Software, System Programming, Software Development Tools, Embedded Systems, Software Development, Debugging, Microarchitecture, Build Tools, Application Security, C (Programming Language), Application Development, Computer Architecture, C++ (Programming Language), System Configuration, Performance Tuning

    4.5 stars, 35 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.5 (35) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Michigan

    User Experience & Interaction Design for AR/VR/MR/XR

    Skills you'll gain: Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Storyboarding, Augmented Reality, Virtual Reality, Interactive Design, Usability Testing, Design Thinking, User Experience, Experience Design, Prototyping, User Experience Design, Interaction Design, Visual Storytelling, Storytelling, Usability, Human Centered Design, Design Reviews, Ideation

    4.7 stars, 186 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (186) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
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  • C

    Coursera

    Deep Learning with PyTorch : Image Segmentation

    Skills you'll gain: PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Model Evaluation, Convolutional Neural Networks, Transfer Learning, Image Analysis, Model Training, Deep Learning, Python Programming

    4.4 stars, 230 reviews, Intermediate, Guided Project, Less Than 2 Hours

    ★ 4.4 (230) · Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    Category: Free
    Free
  • U

    Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

    Sistemas Digitales: De las puertas lógicas al procesador

    Skills you'll gain: System Design and Implementation, Application Specific Integrated Circuits, Systems Design, Computational Logic, Computer Architecture, Functional Design, Computer Hardware, Hardware Architecture, Microarchitecture, Algorithms, Process Modeling, Other Programming Languages, Functional Specification

    4.7 stars, 249 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (249) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
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  • C

    Codio

    Java Basics: Selection and Iteration

    Skills you'll gain: Debugging, Java Programming, Java, Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Computational Logic, Computer Science, Data Storage

    4.5 stars, 118 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.5 (118) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Minnesota

    Optimization for Decision Making

    Skills you'll gain: Operations Research, Mathematical Modeling, Business Modeling, Business Analytics, Analytics, Process Optimization, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Model Optimization, Microsoft Excel, Decision Making, Excel Formulas, Spreadsheet Software, Graphing

    4.7 stars, 91 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (91) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
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  • A

    Anthropic

    Model Context Protocol: Advanced Topics

    Skills you'll gain: Model Context Protocol, Server Side, Event-Driven Programming, Application Deployment

    4.6 stars, 10 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.6 (10) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • U

    Universidade de São Paulo

    Processamento Neural de Linguagem Natural em Português I

    Skills you'll gain: Recurrent Neural Networks (RNNs), Natural Language Processing, Artificial Neural Networks, Tensorflow, Python Programming, Embeddings, Machine Learning Methods, Applied Machine Learning, Classification Algorithms, Model Training, Model Optimization

    4.5 stars, 23 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.5 (23) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • I

    IBM

    Node.js & MongoDB: Developing Back-end Database Applications

    Skills you'll gain: Node.JS, Restful API, Database Design, Database Development, Database Application, NoSQL, MongoDB, Back-End Web Development, Performance Tuning, API Design, Cloud Applications, Relational Databases, Authentications, Server Side, Application Programming Interface (API), Cloud Development, Cloud Deployment, Middleware, Scalability, Javascript

    4.5 stars, 55 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.5 (55) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
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  • R

    Real Madrid Graduate School Universidad Europea

    AI in Sports: The Approach of a Club

    Skills you'll gain: Artificial Intelligence, Performance Analysis, Automation, Personalized Service, Digital Transformation, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Technology Strategies, Innovation, Internet Of Things, Machine Learning, Big Data, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Deep Learning, Analytical Skills, Predictive Analytics, Health Technology, Data Analysis, Natural Language Processing, User Experience, Data Security

    4.8 stars, 22 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.8 (22) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular game programming courses

  • Foundations of 3D Modelling in Blender: Packt
  • Introduction to Predictive Modeling: University of Minnesota
  • Cortex-M Software Development Fundamentals: Arm
  • User Experience & Interaction Design for AR/VR/MR/XR: University of Michigan
  • Deep Learning with PyTorch : Image Segmentation: Coursera
  • Sistemas Digitales: De las puertas lógicas al procesador: Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
  • Java Basics: Selection and Iteration: Codio
  • Optimization for Decision Making: University of Minnesota
  • Model Context Protocol: Advanced Topics: Anthropic
  • Processamento Neural de Linguagem Natural em Português I: Universidade de São Paulo

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