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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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    • Status: Free Trial
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      Google Cloud

      Securing and Integrating Components of your Application en Français

      Skills you'll gain: Cloud Applications, Cloud Development, Serverless Computing, Cloud API, API Gateway, Application Development, Google Cloud Platform, Authentications, Application Programming Interface (API), Identity and Access Management, Event-Driven Programming, Node.JS, Restful API, Microservices, Authorization (Computing), Natural Language Processing, Scalability

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Packt

      Essential Concepts of Vector Databases

      Skills you'll gain: Large Language Modeling, NoSQL, Database Systems, Databases, Query Languages, Database Management, OpenAI, Application Programming Interface (API), Linear Algebra, Generative AI, Development Environment, Unstructured Data, Scalability

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Simplilearn

      Javascript Basics with Operators, Loops and Functions

      Skills you'll gain: Web Development, Web Design and Development, Web Applications, Data Structures, Javascript, Scripting, Programming Principles, Object Oriented Programming (OOP)

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      New
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      Coursera Instructor Network

      Replit Essentials: Collaborate, Create, and Code Smarter

      Skills you'll gain: Collaborative Software, Version Control, Integrated Development Environments, Debugging, Application Deployment, Cloud Development, GitHub, Application Development, Continuous Deployment, File Management, Software Development Tools, Configuration Management, Cloud Storage

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
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      Universidad de los Andes

      Desarrollo de Metaversos para todos

      Skills you'll gain: Virtual Environment, Virtual Reality, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Animation and Game Design, Augmented Reality, Interaction Design, Cross Platform Development, Emerging Technologies, User Experience Design

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: New
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      SAE Institute México

      Desarrollo de videojuegos en Unity

      Skills you'll gain: Video Game Development, Unity Engine, Game Design, User Interface (UI), Software Design, Scripting

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Google Cloud

      Using Specialized Processors with Document AI (Python)

      Skills you'll gain: Google Cloud Platform, Artificial Intelligence, Unstructured Data, Document Management, Data Processing, Business Process Automation, Python Programming, Cloud Applications

      Intermediate · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • Status: Free Trial
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      Packt

      Atmosphere, AI, Famous Horror Mechanics, and Final Touches

      Skills you'll gain: Video Game Development, Game Design, Unreal Engine, Animation and Game Design, Virtual Environment, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), User Interface (UI), Artificial Intelligence

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      Unreal para Principiantes: Crea videojuegos

      Skills you'll gain: Unreal Engine, Video Game Development, Game Design, Animation and Game Design, Virtual Environment, Software Design, Creativity

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • Status: Free Trial
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      Meta

      المشروع المتقدم لمطور الواجهة الخلفية

      Skills you'll gain: Django (Web Framework), Unit Testing, Back-End Web Development, Application Programming Interface (API), Restful API, Software Testing, Test Tools, Git (Version Control System), MySQL, User Accounts, Database Development

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Google Cloud

      Introduction to Data Engineering on Google Cloud - Español

      Skills you'll gain: Metadata Management, Data Pipelines, Data Processing, Google Cloud Platform, Data Migration, Cloud Storage, Data Lakes, Data Storage, Big Data, Data Infrastructure, Extract, Transform, Load, Data Management, Data Transformation, Automation, Serverless Computing, SQL

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Packt

      The Simplest Guide™ to Base SAS & Advanced SAS

      Skills you'll gain: SAS (Software), Data Manipulation, Data Analysis, Statistical Programming, Data Import/Export, Data Visualization Software, SQL, Statistical Analysis, Data Cleansing, Data Transformation, Exploratory Data Analysis, Descriptive Statistics

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Securing and Integrating Components of your Application en Français: Google Cloud
    • Essential Concepts of Vector Databases: Packt
    • Javascript Basics with Operators, Loops and Functions: Simplilearn
    • Replit Essentials: Collaborate, Create, and Code Smarter: Coursera Instructor Network
    • Desarrollo de Metaversos para todos: Universidad de los Andes
    • Desarrollo de videojuegos en Unity: SAE Institute México
    • Using Specialized Processors with Document AI (Python): Google Cloud
    • Atmosphere, AI, Famous Horror Mechanics, and Final Touches: Packt
    • Unreal para Principiantes: Crea videojuegos: Coursera Project Network
    • المشروع المتقدم لمطور الواجهة الخلفية: Meta

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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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