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    Game development courses can help you learn how to design, build, and program games using engines like Unity or Unreal, along with coding, storytelling, and visual design.

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    Find the Best Game Development Course for Your Goals

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      Board Infinity

      Executing the Iteration & PI with SAFe

      Skills you'll gain: Scaled Agile Framework, Process Improvement and Optimization, Continuous Improvement Process, Quality Assurance, Agile Product Development, Continuous Integration, Agile Methodology, Sprint Planning, User Story, Project Management Institute (PMI) Methodology, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Product Demonstration

      3.9
      Rating, 3.9 out of 5 stars
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      26 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      EDUCBA

      Advanced Smart Contract Development

      Skills you'll gain: Blockchain, Authorization (Computing), Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Authentications, Application Security, Programming Principles, Transaction Processing, Cryptography, Software Development, JSON, Development Testing, Software Architecture, Development Environment

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      30 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Packt

      Secure Software Development

      Skills you'll gain: Secure Coding, Application Security, DevSecOps, Security Testing, Software Development Methodologies, Software Development, Software Configuration Management, Software Development Life Cycle, Software Testing, System Configuration, Threat Modeling, Application Programming Interface (API), Cloud Security, Risk Management Framework

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      20 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      LearnQuest

      Parameterized and Dynamic Testing in JUnit

      Skills you'll gain: JUnit, Unit Testing, Test Case, Test Data, Test Automation, Test Execution Engine, Software Testing

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      16 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      LearnQuest

      Development Methodologies Overview

      Skills you'll gain: Software Development Life Cycle, CI/CD, Software Development Methodologies, Jenkins, Continuous Integration, Agile Methodology, Software Development, Cloud Development, Continuous Delivery, Agile Software Development, Cloud Computing Architecture, Cloud Applications, Software Engineering, Scrum (Software Development), Kubernetes

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      8 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Xbox

      Product Launch and Post-Launch Management

      Skills you'll gain: Product Planning, Product Management, New Product Development, Quality Assurance and Control, Sales Strategy, Performance Analysis, Product Marketing, Product Lifecycle Management, Generative AI Agents, Product Testing, Release Management, Continuous Improvement Process, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Customer Insights, Data-Driven Decision-Making

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      10 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      Set up a Continuous Integration (CI) workflow in CIrcleCI

      Skills you'll gain: Continuous Integration, CI/CD, Application Deployment, Node.JS, Version Control, Test Automation, Software Development Tools, Git (Version Control System), Software Development, GitHub

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      17 reviews

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Lund University

      Urban Climate Governance: Towards 1.5° Celsius Alignment

      Skills you'll gain: Environment, Energy and Utilities, Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Transportation Operations, Environmental Policy, Community Development, Policy Development, Governance, Mitigation

      5
      Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
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      17 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Packt

      Java Programming Fundamentals and Object-Oriented Concepts

      Skills you'll gain: Java Programming, Java, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Eclipse (Software), Development Environment, Integrated Development Environments, Computer Programming, Programming Principles, Data Structures, Software Installation

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Whizlabs

      Automation with Ansible

      Skills you'll gain: Ansible, Devops Tools, Automation, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), YAML, Virtual Machines, Command-Line Interface, Cloud Infrastructure, Encryption, Security Controls, System Configuration

      3.2
      Rating, 3.2 out of 5 stars
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      14 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Packt

      Foundations of Modern C++

      Skills you'll gain: C++ (Programming Language), Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Development Environment, Computer Programming, Microsoft Visual Studio, Apple Xcode, Performance Tuning, Data Structures, Maintainability, Debugging

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
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      Coursera Project Network

      Establish Company Training Initiatives with Canvas

      Skills you'll gain: Content Performance Analysis, Developing Training Materials, Organizational Skills, Employee Training, Training and Development, Learning Management Systems, Content Management, Content Creation

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      14 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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

    • Executing the Iteration & PI with SAFe : Board Infinity
    • Advanced Smart Contract Development: EDUCBA
    • Secure Software Development: Packt
    • Parameterized and Dynamic Testing in JUnit: LearnQuest
    • Development Methodologies Overview: LearnQuest
    • Product Launch and Post-Launch Management: Xbox
    • Set up a Continuous Integration (CI) workflow in CIrcleCI: Coursera Project Network
    • Urban Climate Governance: Towards 1.5° Celsius Alignment: Lund University
    • Java Programming Fundamentals and Object-Oriented Concepts: Packt
    • Automation with Ansible: Whizlabs

    Why Learn Game Development?

    Game development brings together programming, art, storytelling, and user experience to create interactive entertainment. It covers everything from game mechanics and level design to animation and sound. Learning game development can help you turn creative ideas into playable experiences and pursue opportunities in a growing industry that spans entertainment, education, and simulation.

    Skills you can learn in Software Development

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    Frequently Asked Questions about Game Development

    Top courses include C# Programming for Unity Game Development from the University of Colorado and Game Design and Development with Unity from Michigan State University. These courses cover game mechanics, coding, design principles, and how to bring your ideas to life using popular game engines like Unity.‎

    Yes. Many game development courses offer a free audit option, which allows learners to access video lessons and reading materials at no cost. To complete assignments or earn a certificate, you’ll need to upgrade or apply for financial aid.‎

    You’ll learn how to create game concepts, design levels, write scripts, and bring games to life with tools like Unity and C#. Topics may include physics and animation, user experience, monetization strategies, and the entire game development pipeline.‎

    Not necessarily. Many beginner-friendly courses introduce coding fundamentals alongside game design concepts. However, some familiarity with programming or computer science can help you progress more quickly.‎

    Yes. Game development is a growing industry with roles for developers, designers, artists, and project managers. Coursera courses can help you build a portfolio, learn essential tools, and earn certificates that demonstrate your readiness for jobs in game development.‎

    This FAQ content has been made available for informational purposes only. Learners are advised to conduct additional research to ensure that courses and other credentials pursued meet their personal, professional, and financial goals.

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