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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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      Microsoft

      Web Development Fundamentals

      Skills you'll gain: Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), HTML and CSS, Web Applications, Event-Driven Programming, Web Development, Front-End Web Development, Responsive Web Design, Javascript, Data Storage, Data Management, UI Components

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Indian Statistical Institute

      Postgraduate Diploma in Applied Statistics

      Skills you'll gain: Sampling (Statistics), Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Sample Size Determination, NumPy, Statistical Machine Learning, Spatial Data Analysis, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Probability, Database Management Systems, Statistical Modeling, Data Compilation, Economics, Statistical Methods, Dimensionality Reduction, Lifelong Learning, Regression Analysis, Statistics, Surveys, Bayesian Statistics, Market Data

      Postgraduate Diploma · 6 - 12 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Data Science Graduate Certificate

      Skills you'll gain: Data Mining, Statistical Modeling, Unsupervised Learning, Supervised Learning, Deep Learning, Machine Learning Algorithms, Statistical Inference, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Service Level, Performance Testing, Probability, Dimensionality Reduction, Applied Machine Learning, Data Warehousing, Statistical Machine Learning, Data Pipelines, Data Processing, Probability & Statistics, Bash (Scripting Language), Data Science

      Credit offered

      Graduate Certificate · 6 - 12 Months

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      Salesforce CLM & CPQ: Streamlining Contract Operations

      Skills you'll gain: Salesforce, Contract Management, Business Reporting, Systems Integration, Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Software, Sales Management, Workflow Management, Process Optimization, Business Process Automation, Configuration Management, Automation, Compliance Management, Scalability

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      Microsoft

      SQL Foundations

      Skills you'll gain: Microsoft SQL Servers, SQL, Transact-SQL, Data Transformation, Relational Databases, Data Manipulation, Databases, Database Management, Microsoft Copilot, Generative AI, Data Analysis

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Master of Science in Data Science

      Skills you'll gain: User Story, Systems Engineering, Real-Time Operating Systems, New Product Development, Field-Programmable Gate Array (FPGA), Failure Analysis, Delegation Skills, Object Oriented Design, Sampling (Statistics), Supplier Management, Sustainability Reporting, Accountability, Data Ethics, Data Mining, Statistical Modeling, Unsupervised Learning, Proposal Writing, Generative AI, Process Capability, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives

      Earn a degree

      Degree · 1 - 4 Years

    • B

      Ball State University

      Master of Science in Data Science

      Skills you'll gain:

      Earn a degree

      Degree · 1 - 4 Years

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      Microsoft

      JavaScript Data and Applications

      Skills you'll gain: Javascript, Application Programming Interface (API), JSON, Restful API, Web Applications, Software Testing, Performance Tuning, Unit Testing, Debugging, Maintainability

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Michigan

      Master of Applied Data Science

      Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Data Storytelling, Database Design, Reinforcement Learning, Supervised Learning, Experimentation, Interactive Data Visualization, PySpark, Generative AI, Pandas (Python Package), Network Analysis, Deep Learning, Cloud Services, Linear Algebra, Natural Language Processing, JSON, Data Mining, Applied Machine Learning, Qualitative Research, Statistical Visualization

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      Degree · 1 - 4 Years

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      Microsoft

      Advanced Data Applications and Integration

      Skills you'll gain:

      Beginner · Course

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      IIT Guwahati

      Bachelor of Science in Data Science & AI

      Skills you'll gain: Package and Software Management, Linear Algebra, Data Structures, Data Warehousing, Database Management, Database Theory, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Writing, Algorithms, Java Programming, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Spreadsheet Software, Econometrics, R Programming, Text Mining, Statistical Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence, Data Visualization Software, C (Programming Language), Probability

      Earn a degree

      Degree · 1 - 4 Years

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      Universidad de los Andes

      Maestría en Ingeniería de Software

      Skills you'll gain: User Story, Process Analysis, Maintainability, Test Automation, Angular, Android Jetpack, Risk Mitigation, Cloud-Native Computing, Dashboard, Design Thinking, Site Reliability Engineering, API Design, Video Game Development, Internet Of Things, Sprint Planning, User Experience Design, Microservices, Machine Learning, Security Requirements Analysis, Cloud Applications

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      Degree · 1 - 4 Years

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

    • Web Development Fundamentals: Microsoft
    • Postgraduate Diploma in Applied Statistics: Indian Statistical Institute
    • Data Science Graduate Certificate: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Salesforce CLM & CPQ: Streamlining Contract Operations: Coursera Instructor Network
    • SQL Foundations: Microsoft
    • Master of Science in Data Science: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Master of Science in Data Science: Ball State University
    • JavaScript Data and Applications: Microsoft
    • Master of Applied Data Science: University of Michigan
    • Advanced Data Applications and Integration: Microsoft

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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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