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Game Design Courses

Game design courses can help you learn level design, character development, storytelling techniques, and game mechanics. You can build skills in prototyping, user testing, and balancing gameplay to enhance player experience. Many courses introduce tools like Unity and Unreal Engine, that support creating interactive environments and implementing game logic. Additionally, you might explore programming languages such as C or C++ to bring your ideas to life, along with graphic design software for creating compelling visuals.


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Popular Game Design Courses and Certifications


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    Microsoft

    Connect Services with Microsoft Azure Service Bus

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Azure, Cloud Development, Event-Driven Programming, Cloud Applications, Microservices, C# (Programming Language), Distributed Computing, Cloud Services, Cloud Storage, Real Time Data

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Utiliser LucidChart pour petites entreprises

    Skills you'll gain: Diagram Design, Process Flow Diagrams, User Accounts, Process Mapping, Organizational Structure, Data Visualization, Creativity

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Packt

    Learn Java from Scratch - A Beginner's Guide

    Skills you'll gain: Apache Maven, Java, Java Platform Enterprise Edition (J2EE), Object Oriented Design, Hibernate (Java), Unit Testing, File I/O, Docker (Software), Software Design Patterns, Integrated Development Environments, Object-Relational Mapping, Functional Design, Maintainability, System Configuration

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Amazon Web Services

    Machine Learning Essentials for Business and Technical Decision Makers

    Skills you'll gain: Applied Machine Learning, Machine Learning, AI Enablement, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Technology Roadmaps, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Business Analytics, Business Solutions, Organizational Strategy, AI Product Strategy, Organizational Change, Product Roadmaps, Feasibility Studies, System Requirements, Solution Design, Training Programs

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Skillshare

    Notion for Beginners: Build Powerful Dashboards & Databases

    Skills you'll gain: Dashboard, Timelines, Database Management, Databases, Project Schedules, Data Visualization, Calendar Management, Workflow Management, Information Architecture, Kanban Principles, Collaborative Software, Content Development and Management

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    EDUCBA

    REST Assured Java - Beginners

    Skills you'll gain: API Testing, Restful API, Application Programming Interface (API), Test Script Development, Software Testing, JSON, Data Validation, Test Automation, Test Case, Development Environment

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    EDUCBA

    Spring Framework: Build Online Shopping Apps

    Skills you'll gain: Spring Framework, Web Applications, Java Platform Enterprise Edition (J2EE), Java, Authentications, Application Development, Software Design, Database Design, Model View Controller, Databases, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Hypertext Markup Language (HTML)

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Pearson

    Java SE 17 Developer (1Z0-829): Unit 5

    Skills you'll gain: Java Programming, Functional Design, Performance Tuning, Application Programming Interface (API)

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    The Ultimate ChatGPT Guide with React Native - Develop Mobile Apps

    Skills you'll gain: React Native, Application Deployment, Mobile Development, ChatGPT, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Android Jetpack, iOS Development, JSON, UI Components, Database Application, Application Development, Development Environment, Context Management, Data Storage, Debugging

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Maryland, College Park

    Lean Enterprise Framework: Transform the Business Model

    Skills you'll gain: Innovation, Product Lifecycle Management, New Product Development, Design Thinking, Product Development, Product Management, Business Modeling, Product Strategy, Customer experience strategy (CX), Product Marketing, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Value Propositions, Performance Measurement, Portfolio Management, Customer Insights, Business Metrics, Customer experience improvement, Business Strategy, Persona Development, Lean Methodologies

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Harvard Business Review

    Navigate Conflict and Deliver Feedback

    Skills you'll gain: Conflict Management, Constructive Feedback, Team Leadership, Team Building, Negotiation, Coaching, Trustworthiness, Performance Management, Relationship Building, Collaboration, Empathy, Active Listening, Communication

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Obsidian for Beginners: Journal and Track Tasks

    Skills you'll gain: Collaborative Software, Journals, Organizational Skills, Productivity, Timelines, Productivity Software, Project Management Software, Information Architecture, Project Management, Personal Development, Query Languages

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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

  • Connect Services with Microsoft Azure Service Bus: Microsoft
  • Utiliser LucidChart pour petites entreprises: Coursera
  • Learn Java from Scratch - A Beginner's Guide: Packt
  • Machine Learning Essentials for Business and Technical Decision Makers: Amazon Web Services
  • Notion for Beginners: Build Powerful Dashboards & Databases: Skillshare
  • REST Assured Java - Beginners: EDUCBA
  • Spring Framework: Build Online Shopping Apps: EDUCBA
  • Java SE 17 Developer (1Z0-829): Unit 5: Pearson
  • The Ultimate ChatGPT Guide with React Native - Develop Mobile Apps: Packt
  • Lean Enterprise Framework: Transform the Business Model: University of Maryland, College Park

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