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    Study game programming techniques for developing video games. Learn about game physics, graphics, and AI for creating dynamic gameplay.

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      Packt

      Exploit Development, Malware, & Defensive Strategies

      Skills you'll gain: Penetration Testing, Malware Protection, Network Monitoring, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Cybersecurity, Network Security, Network Protocols, Network Analysis, Vulnerability Assessments, Scripting, Remote Access Systems, Python Programming, Command-Line Interface

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Algorithms for Battery Management Systems

      Skills you'll gain: Electrical Systems, Electrical Safety, Simulations, Thermal Management, Basic Electrical Systems, Estimation, Power Electronics, Control Systems, Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mathematical Modeling, Electronic Components, High Voltage, Electrical Power, Electronic Systems, Energy and Utilities, Matlab, Failure Analysis, Electrical Substation, Numerical Analysis

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      4.7
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      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Packt

      ATtiny Microcontroller Development for Arduino Programmers

      Skills you'll gain: Embedded Software, Development Environment, Embedded Systems, Electronic Hardware, 3D Modeling, Electronics, Hardware Design, Microarchitecture, Computer Programming Tools, USB, Microsoft Visual Studio, Integrated Development Environments, Electronic Components, Environmental Monitoring, Program Development, Internet Of Things, Computer Programming, Control Systems

      Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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      Vanderbilt University

      Generative AI for Educators & Teachers

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Generative AI, ChatGPT, Ideation, Verification And Validation, Data Validation, Creative Problem-Solving, AI Personalization, Data Synthesis, Image Analysis, Data Capture, Innovation, Brainstorming, OpenAI, Game Design, Data Analysis, Organizational Skills, Artificial Intelligence, Risk Management Framework, Education Software and Technology

      4.8
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      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      Packt

      Advanced Flutter UI and State Management

      Skills you'll gain: Flutter (Software), User Interface (UI), User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, JSON, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Mobile Development, Data Structures, Debugging

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Packt

      AZ-204 Developing Solutions for Microsoft Azure

      Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Azure, Serverless Computing, Virtual Machines, Containerization, Cloud Applications, Docker (Software), Platform As A Service (PaaS), Application Deployment, Infrastructure As A Service (IaaS), Kubernetes, .NET Framework, Data Security, Event-Driven Programming, Azure Active Directory, Cloud Security, Microservices, API Design, Cloud Storage, System Monitoring, Scalability

      Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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      Dartmouth College

      Predictive Analytics

      Skills you'll gain: Business Ethics, Predictive Analytics, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Digital Transformation, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Feature Engineering, Applied Machine Learning, Statistical Machine Learning, Classification And Regression Tree (CART), Regression Analysis, Python Programming, Cloud Computing, Data Quality, Performance Metric, Artificial Neural Networks

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Dartmouth College

      Simulation for Digital Transformation

      Skills you'll gain: Simulation and Simulation Software, Business Transformation, Digital Transformation, Systems Thinking, Complex Problem Solving, Advanced Analytics, Operations Research, Predictive Analytics, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Verification And Validation, Process Optimization, Risk Management, Python Programming, Statistical Methods, Decision Making, Probability & Statistics

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Meta

      Meta Android UI Development

      Skills you'll gain: Android Studio, Android Jetpack, Kotlin, Android Development, Android (Operating System), Responsive Web Design, Mobile Development, UI Components, Unit Testing, Gradle, User Interface (UI) Design, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), User Interface (UI), Application Development, Integrated Development Environments, Development Environment, Programming Principles, Test Driven Development (TDD), Cross Platform Development, Data Structures

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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Universidad Nacional de Colombia

      Programación con Python, nivel básico

      Skills you'll gain: Debugging, Programming Principles, Python Programming, Computer Programming, Computational Thinking, File Management, Data Validation, Algorithms, Data Structures

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Packt

      JavaScript Prototypes 2025 – The Complete Course

      Skills you'll gain: Prototyping, Object Oriented Design, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Javascript, Software Design Patterns, Software Design, Software Architecture

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Packt

      Writing Clean Code: 20 Code Smells & How to Avoid Them

      Skills you'll gain: Software Design, Maintainability, Software Design Patterns, Object Oriented Design, Software Architecture, Code Review, Programming Principles, Debugging, Scalability

      Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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

    • Exploit Development, Malware, & Defensive Strategies: Packt
    • Algorithms for Battery Management Systems: University of Colorado Boulder
    • ATtiny Microcontroller Development for Arduino Programmers: Packt
    • Generative AI for Educators & Teachers: Vanderbilt University
    • Advanced Flutter UI and State Management: Packt
    • AZ-204 Developing Solutions for Microsoft Azure: Packt
    • Predictive Analytics: Dartmouth College
    • Simulation for Digital Transformation: Dartmouth College
    • Meta Android UI Development: Meta
    • Programación con Python, nivel básico: Universidad Nacional de Colombia

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    Frequently Asked Questions about Game Programming

    Game programming is writing the code that makes video games work. It's a part of the broader field of video game development, and it is, more specifically, the development of video game software. Game programming is based heavily on mathematics and programming logic, and it often includes specific programming languages, such as C Sharp. It also includes digital art, planning game concepts, and sound design to create gaming experiences that keep users playing and sharing games.‎

    Some opportunities that learning game programming can make available to you are working on a team with other programming professionals and artists to develop video game designs. This type of work is both highly analytical and extremely creative, so you could gain the chance to use both imagination and logic as part of your work if you go into the field of video game development. You may also find the experience of learning about game programming interesting and exciting.‎

    Taking online courses on Coursera can help you learn game programming by covering the range of information from basic, beginner level programming through intermediate-level skills, such as using Python to create a game, and advanced courses such as more complex game development on PyGame. Select the courses on Coursera that complement your programming skill level, and then move through the courses at your own pace while developing a portfolio of your hands-on work.‎

    To know if learning game programming is right for you, consider whether you enjoy exploring and discovering new ways to solve recurring problems and if you have strong mathematical skills or are willing to work on learning advanced math. It helps to be passionate about technology and driven to understand why things work the way they do. You also ideally need to be self-motivated, a person who takes initiative, and comfortable with linear thinking because game programming requires solving a lot of logic problems. Even though a team is typically involved in the creation of a game, game programmers spend most of their time alone and deep in thought, so it may also help if you're a person who is comfortable with a lot of quiet time for deep thinking.‎

    Online Game Programming courses offer a convenient and flexible way to enhance your knowledge or learn new Game Programming skills. Choose from a wide range of Game Programming courses offered by top universities and industry leaders tailored to various skill levels.‎

    When looking to enhance your workforce's skills in Game Programming, it's crucial to select a course that aligns with their current abilities and learning objectives. Our Skills Dashboard is an invaluable tool for identifying skill gaps and choosing the most appropriate course for effective upskilling. For a comprehensive understanding of how our courses can benefit your employees, explore the enterprise solutions we offer. Discover more about our tailored programs at Coursera for Business here.‎

    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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