What you will learn
- A broad and robust understanding of computer science, programming, and software development
- Concepts like abstraction, algorithms, data structures, encapsulation, resource management, security, software engineering, and web development
- Familiarity in a number of languages, including C, Python, JavaScript, SQL, CSS, and HTML
- Principles of 2D and 3D graphics, animation, sound, and collision detection
- Unity and LÖVE 2D, plus Lua and C#
- The fundamentals of game design and development
Program Overview
Expert instruction
2 skill-building courses
Self-paced
Progress at your own speed
6 months
6 - 14 hours per week
Discounted price: $466.20
Pre-discounted price: $518USD
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Courses in this program
HarvardX's Computer Science for Game Development Professional Certificate
- CS50's Introduction to Computer Science
- CS50's Introduction to Game Development
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