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    Explore game design principles for creating engaging games. Learn about game mechanics, storytelling, and user experience.

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      University of Colorado System

      C++ Programming for Unreal Game Development

      Skills you'll gain: Unreal Engine, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Video Game Development, C++ (Programming Language), Debugging, Program Development, Event-Driven Programming, Game Design, UI Components, Data Structures, Programming Principles, Software Design, Application Development, Microsoft Visual Studio, Data Storage, Development Environment, Data Import/Export, Software Installation, File Management, Apple Xcode

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      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      IBM

      Introduction to Data Science

      Skills you'll gain: SQL, Data Literacy, Relational Databases, Data Mining, Jupyter, Stored Procedure, Data Analysis Software, Database Design, Data Science, Data Visualization Software, Data Analysis, Statistical Programming, Data Modeling, Databases, R Programming, Database Management, Data Cleansing, Computer Programming Tools, Stakeholder Engagement, Python Programming

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      4.6
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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      IBM

      IBM Data Analytics with Excel and R

      Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Data Visualization, Dashboard, Extract, Transform, Load, Database Design, Shiny (R Package), Pivot Tables And Charts, SQL, Rmarkdown, Data Analysis, Ggplot2, Data Wrangling, Data Visualization Software, Relational Databases, Leaflet (Software), IBM Cognos Analytics, Data Cleansing, Excel Formulas, Web Scraping, Data Manipulation

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      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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      Google

      Conduct UX Research and Test Early Concepts

      Skills you'll gain: UI/UX Research, Usability Testing, User Research, User Experience Design, User Experience, Research Design, Presentations, Research Methodologies, Data Ethics, Interviewing Skills, Information Privacy, Diversity Awareness

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      California Institute of the Arts

      Game Design Document: Define the Art & Concepts

      Skills you'll gain: Game Design, Prototyping, Video Game Development, Ideation, Oral Expression, Software Design Documents, Animation and Game Design, Conceptual Design, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Design Reviews, Usability Testing, Peer Review, Creativity

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      288 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Virginia

      Design Thinking

      Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Ideation, Brainstorming, Stakeholder Management, Strategic Prioritization, Innovation, Prioritization, Project Design, User Feedback, Human Centered Design, Product Design, Open Mindset, Creative Problem-Solving, Design and Product, User Research, Growth Mindedness, User Experience, Strategic Thinking, Systems Thinking, Creativity

      4.6
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      242 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      IIMA - IIM Ahmedabad

      Strategy and Game Theory for Management

      Skills you'll gain: Game Theory, Strategic Decision-Making, Business Strategy, Strategic Thinking, Decision Making, Strategic Planning, Behavioral Economics, Market Dynamics, Competitive Intelligence, Digital Transformation, Negotiation, Risk Management, Economics, Problem Solving, Innovation, Critical Thinking

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      112 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Maryland, College Park

      Product Ideation, Design, and Management

      Skills you'll gain: Wireframing, Product Management, Prototyping, Product Design, Product Development, Stakeholder Management, Product Lifecycle Management, Commercialization, Target Market, Value Propositions, Design Thinking, Product Strategy, Marketing Strategy and Techniques, Innovation, Product Roadmaps, Entrepreneurship, Ideation, Entrepreneurial Finance, Business Metrics, Business Valuation

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      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Graphic Design Elements for Non-Designers

      Skills you'll gain: Color Theory, Typography, Graphic Design, Design Elements And Principles, Logo Design, Design Software, Graphic and Visual Design, Storytelling, Digital Design, Design, Creative Design, Photo Editing, Adobe InDesign, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop, User Experience Design, Web Design and Development, Art History

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      IBM

      Data Science Fundamentals with Python and SQL

      Skills you'll gain: SQL, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Relational Databases, Statistical Analysis, Dashboard, Descriptive Statistics, Jupyter, Data Visualization, Stored Procedure, Statistical Methods, Web Scraping, Probability Distribution, Probability & Statistics, Statistics, Regression Analysis, Data Analysis Software, Database Design, Data Visualization Software, Data Science, Python Programming

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      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      73K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Google

      Start the UX Design Process: Empathize, Define, and Ideate

      Skills you'll gain: User Experience Design, Design Thinking, Human Centered Design, User Research, Competitive Analysis, Design Research, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Creativity, Psychology, Storytelling

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      16K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Georgia Institute of Technology

      Machine Design Part I

      Skills you'll gain: Mechanical Design, Mechanical Engineering, Failure Analysis, Structural Analysis, Engineering, Mechanics, Engineering Analysis, Engineering Calculations, Estimation, Reliability, Problem Solving

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • C++ Programming for Unreal Game Development: University of Colorado System
    • Introduction to Data Science: IBM
    • IBM Data Analytics with Excel and R: IBM
    • Conduct UX Research and Test Early Concepts: Google
    • Game Design Document: Define the Art & Concepts: California Institute of the Arts
    • Design Thinking: University of Virginia
    • Strategy and Game Theory for Management: IIMA - IIM Ahmedabad
    • Product Ideation, Design, and Management: University of Maryland, College Park
    • Graphic Design Elements for Non-Designers: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Data Science Fundamentals with Python and SQL: IBM

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