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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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      Packt

      CompTIA IT Fundamentals+ (FC0-U61)

      Skills you'll gain: Computer Hardware, Collaborative Software, Hardware Troubleshooting, Hardware Architecture, Information Systems Security, Programming Principles, Database Design, Malware Protection, Firewall, Application Development, Information Technology, Operating Systems, Databases, General Networking, Relational Databases, SQL, Data Security, IT Infrastructure, Python Programming, Linux

      Beginner Ā· Specialization Ā· 1 - 3 Months

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      Pontificia Universidad Católica del Perú

      Relación entre Branding y Marketing

      Skills you'll gain: Strategic Marketing, Brand Management, Marketing, Marketing Strategies, Branding, Value Propositions, Brand Strategy, Business Strategy, Market Analysis, Consumer Behaviour

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      18 reviews

      Beginner Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 3 Months

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      Packt

      Foundations of Solidity and Smart Contract Development

      Skills you'll gain: Blockchain, Programming Principles, Secure Coding, Development Environment, Integrated Development Environments, Data Structures, Development Testing, Debugging

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      6 reviews

      Intermediate Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      Create a Writing Rubric with Microsoft Word

      Skills you'll gain: Literacy, Instructional Design, Constructive Feedback, Document Management

      4.8
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      14 reviews

      Beginner Ā· Guided Project Ā· Less Than 2 Hours

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      Scrimba

      Build an AI Travel Agent App with OpenAI

      Skills you'll gain: Back-End Web Development, Front-End Web Development, Application Development, HTML and CSS, User Interface (UI), Generative AI, Web Applications, Application Programming Interface (API), User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Figma (Design Software), Cloud API, OpenAI, AI Personalization, Real Time Data

      Intermediate Ā· Guided Project Ā· Less Than 2 Hours

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      Google Cloud

      Developing Containerized Applications on Google Cloud

      Skills you'll gain: Containerization, Docker (Software), CI/CD, Kubernetes, Cloud Development, Cloud Applications, Application Deployment, Secure Coding, Google Cloud Platform, Infrastructure Security

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      8 reviews

      Beginner Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      Encryption and Decryption using C++

      Skills you'll gain: Cryptography, Encryption, Application Development, Security Engineering, C and C++

      4.1
      Rating, 4.1 out of 5 stars
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      14 reviews

      Intermediate Ā· Guided Project Ā· Less Than 2 Hours

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      Knowledge Accelerators

      Microsoft Copilot in Excel: Smarter Data Analysis Made Easy

      Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Copilot, Dashboard, Microsoft Excel, Excel Macros, Microsoft 365, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Analysis, Productivity Software, Data Transformation, Automation, Prompt Engineering

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      12 reviews

      Intermediate Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      Create Your UX portfolio with Crevado

      Skills you'll gain: User Experience Design, Editing, Content Creation, Writing, Content Management Systems

      3.9
      Rating, 3.9 out of 5 stars
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      17 reviews

      Beginner Ā· Guided Project Ā· Less Than 2 Hours

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      Howard University

      Fundamental Linear Algebra Concepts with Python

      Skills you'll gain: Linear Algebra, NumPy, Applied Mathematics, Numerical Analysis, Algebra, Python Programming, Data Manipulation

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      17 reviews

      Mixed Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Packt

      Selenium WebDriver 4 with Java - Zero To Hero

      Skills you'll gain: Jenkins, Selenium (Software), GitHub, Git (Version Control System), CI/CD, Continuous Integration, Apache Maven, Performance Testing, Version Control, Test Automation, Browser Compatibility, Test Data, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Java, Test Case, Unit Testing, Javascript and jQuery, Software Testing, Test Execution Engine, Regression Testing

      Beginner Ā· Specialization Ā· 3 - 6 Months

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      Pontificia Universidad Católica del Perú

      Introducción a la Responsabilidad Social Universitaria

      Skills you'll gain: Social Justice, Higher Education, Cultural Responsiveness, Community and Social Work, Community Development, Student Support and Services, Cultural Diversity, Curriculum Planning, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Environment and Resource Management

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      36 reviews

      Beginner Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • CompTIA IT Fundamentals+ (FC0-U61):Ā Packt
    • Relación entre Branding y Marketing:Ā Pontificia Universidad Católica del PerĆŗ
    • Foundations of Solidity and Smart Contract Development:Ā Packt
    • Create a Writing Rubric with Microsoft Word:Ā Coursera Project Network
    • Build an AI Travel Agent App with OpenAI:Ā Scrimba
    • Developing Containerized Applications on Google Cloud:Ā Google Cloud
    • Encryption and Decryption using C++:Ā Coursera Project Network
    • Microsoft Copilot in Excel: Smarter Data Analysis Made Easy:Ā Knowledge Accelerators
    • Create Your UX portfolio with Crevado:Ā Coursera Project Network
    • Fundamental Linear Algebra Concepts with Python:Ā Howard University

    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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    Application Programming Interfaces (17)
    Data Structure (16)
    Problem Solving (14)
    Object-oriented Programming (13)
    Kubernetes (10)
    List & Label (10)

    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.ā€Ž

    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.ā€Ž

    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.ā€Ž

    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.ā€Ž

    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.ā€Ž

    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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