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    Game development courses can help you learn how to design, build, and program games using engines like Unity or Unreal, along with coding, storytelling, and visual design.

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    Find the Best Game Development Course for Your Goals

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      Meta

      Introduction to Databases for Back-End Development

      Skills you'll gain: Database Design, Relational Databases, SQL, Database Management, MySQL, Data Integrity, Database Systems, Databases, Query Languages, Database Administration

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      650 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Dartmouth College

      Introduction to Environmental Science

      Skills you'll gain: Environment, Environmental Science, Demography, Energy and Utilities, Environmental Issue, Environmental Monitoring, Biology, Physical Science, Water Resources, Land Management, Social Justice, Natural Resource Management, Human Development, Electric Power Systems, Social Sciences, Systems Engineering, Chemistry, Environmental Engineering, Cultural Diversity, Trend Analysis

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      375 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      Preparation for Job Interviews

      Skills you'll gain: Interviewing Skills, Recruitment, Oral Expression, Professionalism, Communication, Business Writing

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      852 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Rice University

      Engineering Project Management: Risk, Quality, Teams, and Procurement

      Skills you'll gain: Quality Assurance, Risk Management, Team Management, Project Risk Management, Project Management, Procurement, Project Planning, People Management, Risk Analysis, Human Resources Management and Planning, Quality Control, Contract Management, Resource Management, Quality Management

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      1.3K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Wesleyan University

      Memoir and Personal Essay: Write About Yourself

      Skills you'll gain: Storytelling, Writing, Journals, Writing and Editing, Editing, Journalism, Personal Development, Organizational Skills, Content Creation, Performing Arts, Self-Awareness, Overcoming Obstacles, Creativity, Detail Oriented, English Language, Brainstorming

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      426 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Preview
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      University of Toronto

      Mind Control: Managing Your Mental Health During COVID-19

      Skills you'll gain: Stress Management, Composure, Mindfulness, Resilience, Mental Health, Emotional Intelligence, Personal Development, Social Skills, Mental and Behavioral Health

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      8.6K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Johns Hopkins University

      Reducing Gun Violence in America: Evidence for Change

      Skills you'll gain: Health Policy, Policy Analysis, Public Policies, Injury Prevention, Public Safety and National Security, Criminal Investigation and Forensics, Social Justice, Public Health, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Community Health, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Risk Analysis

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      308 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Virginia

      Design Thinking for the Greater Good: Innovation in the Social Sector

      Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Open Mindset, Brainstorming, Innovation, Creative Problem-Solving, Prototyping, Empathy, User Experience, Human Centered Design, Service Design, Problem Solving, Qualitative Research, Adaptability, Stakeholder Engagement, Data Visualization, Storytelling, Collaboration

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      415 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Epic Games

      Visual Development and Audio Design in Games

      Skills you'll gain: Unreal Engine, Animation and Game Design, Video Game Development, 3D Modeling, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Computer Graphics, Game Design, Animations, Multimedia, Aesthetics, Performance Tuning

      3.7
      Rating, 3.7 out of 5 stars
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      23 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Michigan

      Writing and Editing: Structure and Organization

      Skills you'll gain: Writing and Editing, Writing, Editing, Organizational Skills, Critical Thinking, Overcoming Obstacles, Time Management, Productivity, Creativity

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      560 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      West Virginia University

      Sales Operations/Management

      Skills you'll gain: Sales Territory Management, Sales Management, Sales Strategy, Training Programs, Sales, Account Management, Job Analysis, Sales Training, Regional Sales, Expense Management, Recruitment, Performance Appraisal, Sales Process, Inside Sales, Sales Presentation, Business Ethics, Talent Recruitment, Employee Training, Performance Analysis, Operating Expense

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      418 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Geneva

      Vivre avec le TDAH à travers les âges

      Skills you'll gain: Mental and Behavioral Health, Mental and Behavioral Health Specialties, Psychiatry, Human Development, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Pharmacology, Pharmacotherapy, Psychological Evaluations, Organizational Skills, Mental Concentration, Psychotherapy, Neurology, Behavior Management, Patient Education And Counseling, Patient Evaluation, Social Skills

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      265 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Introduction to Databases for Back-End Development: Meta
    • Introduction to Environmental Science: Dartmouth College
    • Preparation for Job Interviews: Coursera Project Network
    • Engineering Project Management: Risk, Quality, Teams, and Procurement: Rice University
    • Memoir and Personal Essay: Write About Yourself: Wesleyan University
    • Mind Control: Managing Your Mental Health During COVID-19: University of Toronto
    • Reducing Gun Violence in America: Evidence for Change: Johns Hopkins University
    • Design Thinking for the Greater Good: Innovation in the Social Sector: University of Virginia
    • Visual Development and Audio Design in Games: Epic Games
    • Writing and Editing: Structure and Organization: University of Michigan

    Why Learn Game Development?

    Game development brings together programming, art, storytelling, and user experience to create interactive entertainment. It covers everything from game mechanics and level design to animation and sound. Learning game development can help you turn creative ideas into playable experiences and pursue opportunities in a growing industry that spans entertainment, education, and simulation.

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