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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

      Building RESTful APIs with Node.js and Express

      Skills you'll gain: Node.JS, MongoDB, Restful API, JavaScript Frameworks, Web Development Tools, Middleware, Web Applications, Server Side, NoSQL, Javascript, Development Testing, Application Security, Scalability

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      11 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Free Trial
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      Google Cloud

      Getting Started with Application Development 日本語版

      Skills you'll gain: Cloud Applications, Google Cloud Platform, Cloud API, Application Development, Cloud Storage, Microservices, Dataflow, Data Store, Data Storage, Transaction Processing, Node.JS, Scalability

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      29 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Dartmouth College

      Energy Justice: Fostering More Equitable Energy Futures

      Skills you'll gain: Social Justice, Energy and Utilities, Environmental Issue, Socioeconomics, Community Development, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Systems Thinking, Advocacy, Environmental Policy, Policy Analysis

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      31 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Free Trial
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      Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

      Composición algorítmica en Supercollider

      Skills you'll gain: Musical Composition, Music, Algorithms, Generative AI, Other Programming Languages, Development Environment, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Data Mapping

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      22 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Big Interview

      El Arte de la Entrevista de Trabajo

      Skills you'll gain: Interviewing Skills, Applicant Tracking Systems, Professional Networking, Professional Development, Verbal Communication Skills, Test Tools, Storytelling, Non-Verbal Communication, Business Writing

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      20 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      Interpretable Machine Learning Applications: Part 2

      Skills you'll gain: Classification And Regression Tree (CART), Applied Machine Learning, Random Forest Algorithm, Data Processing, Machine Learning Algorithms, Machine Learning Methods, Predictive Modeling, Regression Analysis, Feature Engineering, Machine Learning, Exploratory Data Analysis, Performance Measurement

      4.2
      Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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      22 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Coursera Project Network

      TypeScript Arrays

      Skills you'll gain: TypeScript, Data Structures, Javascript

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      22 reviews

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Donner un feedback utile

      Skills you'll gain: Constructive Feedback, Employee Performance Management, Management Training And Development, Team Performance Management, Performance Review, Motivational Skills, Emotional Intelligence, Coaching, Communication, Creativity, Psychology

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      27 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Infosec

      Introduction to C++

      Skills you'll gain: Secure Coding, Computer Programming Tools, C and C++, C++ (Programming Language), Software Development Tools, Software Engineering Tools, C (Programming Language), Debugging

      2.9
      Rating, 2.9 out of 5 stars
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      20 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Whizlabs

      AWS: Threat Detection, Logging and Monitoring

      Skills you'll gain: AWS Identity and Access Management (IAM), Amazon CloudWatch, Threat Detection, Threat Management, Amazon Web Services, Incident Response, Continuous Monitoring, Cloud Security, Identity and Access Management, Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud, Network Security, Event Monitoring

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      14 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Duke University

      Rust for Large Language Model Operations (LLMOps)

      Skills you'll gain: Large Language Modeling, Generative AI, Rust (Programming Language), MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), CI/CD, Applied Machine Learning, Application Deployment, System Monitoring, Cloud Development, Natural Language Processing, DevOps, Amazon Web Services, Deep Learning, Cloud Security

      4.1
      Rating, 4.1 out of 5 stars
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      11 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      EIT Digital

      System Validation (2): Model process behaviour

      Skills you'll gain: Verification And Validation, Systems Analysis, Systems Design, Mathematical Modeling, Programming Principles, Data Structures, Theoretical Computer Science, Distributed Computing, Algorithms

      4.1
      Rating, 4.1 out of 5 stars
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      10 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Building RESTful APIs with Node.js and Express: Board Infinity
    • Getting Started with Application Development 日本語版: Google Cloud
    • Energy Justice: Fostering More Equitable Energy Futures: Dartmouth College
    • Composición algorítmica en Supercollider: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
    • El Arte de la Entrevista de Trabajo: Big Interview
    • Interpretable Machine Learning Applications: Part 2: Coursera Project Network
    • TypeScript Arrays: Coursera Project Network
    • Donner un feedback utile: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Introduction to C++: Infosec
    • AWS: Threat Detection, Logging and Monitoring: 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

    Programming Language (34)
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    Google Cloud Platform (18)
    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.‎

    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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