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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.


Popular Game Design Courses and Certifications


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    Edureka

    DevOps Essentials and Version Control with Git

    Skills you'll gain: Git (Version Control System), Version Control, DevOps, Software Development Life Cycle, Systems Development Life Cycle, Linux Administration, Software Development, Software Development Methodologies, File Management

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Conflict Resolution & Mediation: Managing Workplace Harmony

    Skills you'll gain: Mediation, Conflict Management, Team Building, Emotional Intelligence, Collaboration, Negotiation, Team Management, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, De-escalation Techniques, Root Cause Analysis, Empathy, Discussion Facilitation, Communication, Constructive Feedback, Active Listening

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Deep Learning with TensorFlow

    Skills you'll gain: Recurrent Neural Networks (RNNs), Transfer Learning, Tensorflow, Artificial Neural Networks, Embeddings, Keras (Neural Network Library), Deep Learning, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Image Analysis, Classification Algorithms, Convolutional Neural Networks, Natural Language Processing, Computer Vision, Forecasting, Supervised Learning, Machine Learning Algorithms, Machine Learning, Predictive Analytics, Model Evaluation, Predictive Modeling

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Documentation and Usability for Cancer Informatics

    Skills you'll gain: Usability, User Experience Design, User Centered Design, Usability Testing, Technical Documentation, Bioinformatics, End User Training and Support, Clinical Informatics, Technical Writing, Product Development, Writing

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    UBITS

    ¿Cómo tomar decisiones en tiempos de caos?

    Skills you'll gain: Strategic Decision-Making, Decision Making, Dealing With Ambiguity, Leadership, Problem Solving, Innovation, Strategic Leadership, Adaptability, Creative Thinking, Collaboration, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Whizlabs

    AWS: Network Management and Operations

    Skills you'll gain: Virtual Networking, Network Routing, Network Architecture, Hybrid Cloud Computing, Network Planning And Design, Amazon Web Services, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Cloud Computing Architecture, Network Infrastructure, Network Security, Cloud Computing, Network Analysis, Operations Management

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Skillshare

    Figma Pro Pt. 4: Variables, Tokens & Dev Mode Mastery

    Skills you'll gain: Figma (Design Software), User Experience Design, UI Components, Responsive Web Design, Animations, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, User Interface (UI) Design, Design Strategies, Prototyping, Collaborative Software, Software Documentation

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Politecnico di Milano

    Designing Learning Innovation: an introduction

    Skills you'll gain: Pedagogy, Instructional Design, Innovation, Education Software and Technology, Learning Theory, Creativity, Critical Thinking, Problem Solving

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Getting started with Prezi for small businesses

    Skills you'll gain: Marketing Materials, Presentations, Social Media Content, Content Creation, Promotional Materials, Brand Awareness, Marketing Design, Email Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Graphic Design, User Accounts, Business Communication

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Board Infinity

    Essential Testing Techniques in Software Development

    Skills you'll gain: Software Testing, Test Case, Integration Testing, System Testing, Software Development Life Cycle, Acceptance Testing, Software Quality Assurance, Unit Testing, White-Box Testing, Regression Testing, Usability Testing

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Sustainable Marketing and Consumer Trends

    Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Business, Market Dynamics, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Corporate Sustainability, Marketing Communications, Brand Marketing, Sustainable Systems, Branding, Advertising, Drive Engagement, Customer Engagement, Emerging Technologies, Stakeholder Engagement, Market Opportunities, Regulatory Compliance, Environmental Regulations, Digital Marketing, Engineering Management, Ethical Standards And Conduct

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Motiff for Beginners: Crafting Simple UI Designs

    Skills you'll gain: User Interface (UI) Design, Adobe XD, Wireframing, Figma (Design Software), UI Components, Web Design and Development, Responsive Web Design, Usability Testing, Design, AI Workflows, Design Software, Prototyping

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • DevOps Essentials and Version Control with Git: Edureka
  • Conflict Resolution & Mediation: Managing Workplace Harmony: Coursera
  • Deep Learning with TensorFlow: Packt
  • Documentation and Usability for Cancer Informatics: Johns Hopkins University
  • ¿Cómo tomar decisiones en tiempos de caos?: UBITS
  • AWS: Network Management and Operations: Whizlabs
  • Figma Pro Pt. 4: Variables, Tokens & Dev Mode Mastery: Skillshare
  • Designing Learning Innovation: an introduction: Politecnico di Milano
  • Getting started with Prezi for small businesses: Coursera
  • Essential Testing Techniques in Software Development: Board Infinity

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