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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


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    Universidad de Palermo

    Object-Oriented Programming with Java

    Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Design, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Java, Software Design, Software Design Patterns, Programming Principles, Software Development

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Northeastern University

    Basic Programming in Python II

    Skills you'll gain: Web Applications, Web Development, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Application Development, Python Programming, Computer Programming, Programming Principles, Data Science, Data Analysis, Scripting, Debugging

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Illinois Tech

    Business Economics and Game Theory for Decision Making

    Skills you'll gain: Game Theory, Market Dynamics, Business Economics, Strategic Decision-Making, Strategic Thinking, Business Strategy, Price Negotiation, Supply And Demand, Economics, Market Analysis, Competitive Analysis, Consumer Behaviour, Profit and Loss (P&L) Management, Policy Analysis

    Build toward a degree

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    IBM

    Introduction to Software, Programming, and Databases

    Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Cloud Deployment, Artificial Intelligence, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Computer Programming

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    464 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    Unreal Engine 5 - Make AAA Game Vehicles

    Skills you'll gain: Unreal Engine, 3D Assets, Video Game Development, Virtual Environment, Animation and Game Design, Performance Tuning, Event-Driven Programming, User Interface (UI)

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Glasgow

    Fundamental MATLAB Programming for AI

    Skills you'll gain: Matlab, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), AI Enablement, Applied Mathematics

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    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Northeastern University

    Basic Programming in Python I

    Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Python Programming, Computer Programming, Development Environment, Software Installation, Scripting, Scripting Languages, Debugging, Program Development, Integrated Development Environments, Data Manipulation

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    8 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of London

    Introduction to Computer Science and Programming

    Skills you'll gain: Computer Science, Debugging, Development Environment, Computer Systems, Web Applications, Arithmetic, Computer Literacy, Javascript, Network Security, Computer Networking, Computer Programming Tools, Applied Mathematics, Computer Graphics, Web Design and Development, Software Development Tools, Cybersecurity, Computational Thinking, Computer Programming, General Mathematics, Problem Solving

    Build toward a degree

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    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Logical Operations

    Introduction to Programming with Python

    Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Data Structures, File I/O, Debugging, Data Processing, Application Development, File Management, File Systems, Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Python Programming, Scripting, Scripting Languages, Operating Systems, Software Development, Virtual Machines, Cross Platform Development

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    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    Object-Oriented Programming and Functions

    Skills you'll gain: C++ (Programming Language), Object Oriented Design, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Debugging, Computer Programming, Programming Principles, Maintainability, Prototyping

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Build a Fast Typing Game using Java Swing

    Skills you'll gain: Eclipse (Software), Data Structures, Video Game Development, Java Programming, Java, Game Design, User Interface (UI), Development Environment, Program Development

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Pohang University of Science and Technology(POSTECH)

    Programming with Cloud IoT Platforms

    Skills you'll gain: Internet Of Things, Cloud Platforms, IBM Cloud, Application Development, Cloud Computing, Google Cloud Platform, Microsoft Azure, Amazon Web Services, Emerging Technologies, Network Protocols, Data Analysis

    4.3
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular game programming courses

  • Object-Oriented Programming with Java: Universidad de Palermo
  • Basic Programming in Python II: Northeastern University
  • Business Economics and Game Theory for Decision Making: Illinois Tech
  • Introduction to Software, Programming, and Databases : IBM
  • Unreal Engine 5 - Make AAA Game Vehicles: Packt
  • Fundamental MATLAB Programming for AI: University of Glasgow
  • Basic Programming in Python I: Northeastern University
  • Introduction to Computer Science and Programming: University of London
  • Introduction to Programming with Python: Logical Operations
  • Object-Oriented Programming and Functions: Packt

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