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      Coursera Instructor Network

      Connected Leadership: Building Collaborative Teams

      Skills you'll gain: Team Building, Team Leadership, Management Training And Development, Teamwork, Trustworthiness, People Management, Collaboration, Meeting Facilitation, Leadership, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Empathy, Conflict Management, Communication Strategies, Goal Setting, Adaptability

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Whizlabs

      Exam Prep AZ-400: Microsoft DevOps Engineer Expert

      Skills you'll gain: CI/CD, Authorization (Computing), Package and Software Management, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Azure DevOps, Continuous Delivery, Authentications, Application Deployment, Continuous Integration, DevSecOps, DevOps, Security Controls, Continuous Deployment, Git (Version Control System), Performance Tuning, Agile Methodology, Identity and Access Management, Version Control, Microsoft Azure, Collaborative Software

      Advanced · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      Packt

      Cisco CCNP Enterprise ENARSI (300-410)

      Skills you'll gain: Routing Protocols, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Network Troubleshooting, Open Shortest Path First (OSPF), Network Routing, Network Engineering, Border Gateway Protocol, TCP/IP, Network Infrastructure, Multiprotocol Label Switching, Network Administration, Wide Area Networks, Network Security, Network Monitoring, Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP)

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Google Cloud

      BigQuery Fundamentals for Redshift Professionals

      Skills you'll gain: Amazon Redshift, SQL, Identity and Access Management, Query Languages, Google Cloud Platform, Database Design, Database Management, Data Import/Export, Extract, Transform, Load, Data Warehousing, Data Integration, Data Architecture, Data Modeling

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Board Infinity

      Performance Optimization and Utilities in Teradata

      Skills you'll gain: Teradata SQL, Performance Tuning, Stored Procedure, Solution Design, Extract, Transform, Load, Database Management, Data Import/Export, Database Design, System Implementation, Data Warehousing, Emerging Technologies

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      LearnQuest

      Secure SD Branch

      Skills you'll gain: Threat Management, Threat Detection, Software-Defined Networking, Network Performance Management, Network Architecture, Network Planning And Design, Network Security, Cloud-Based Integration, Network Administration, Network Routing, Wide Area Networks, Network Monitoring, Disaster Recovery, Performance Tuning, Cloud Computing Architecture, General Networking, Virtual Local Area Network (VLAN), Infrastructure Security, Computer Networking, Local Area Networks

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      Simplilearn

      CBAP Certification Business Analysis Training

      Skills you'll gain: Requirements Management, Solution Design, Business Analysis, Requirements Elicitation, Stakeholder Management, Requirements Analysis, Business Requirements, Systems Analysis, Business Strategy, Business Process, Business Process Management, Business Intelligence, Risk Analysis, Agile Methodology, Performance Measurement

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Lausanne

      HEALTHY URBAN SYSTEMS - PART 2 : Theories, models and tools

      Skills you'll gain: Systems Thinking, Health Systems, Health Policy, Public Health, Community Health, Systems Analysis, Data Modeling, Predictive Modeling

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Packt

      Recommender Systems: An Applied Approach using Deep Learning

      Skills you'll gain: Deep Learning, Tensorflow, Data Processing, AI Personalization, Data Manipulation, Applied Machine Learning, Predictive Modeling, Machine Learning, Artificial Neural Networks, Data Visualization Software, System Design and Implementation, Matplotlib

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      Scaling E-Commerce with Kubernetes: Deploy Web Apps

      Skills you'll gain: Kubernetes, Docker (Software), Containerization, DevOps, Application Deployment, Scalability, YAML, Performance Tuning, Disaster Recovery, Command-Line Interface

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Google Cloud

      Architecting Google Kubernetes Engine Production in italiano

      Skills you'll gain: Kubernetes, Google Cloud Platform, Continuous Deployment, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Continuous Integration, Cloud-Native Computing, Cloud Infrastructure, Cloud Storage, Authorization (Computing), Identity and Access Management, System Monitoring, Security Controls, Application Performance Management, Authentications, Database Management Systems

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      كيفية إنشاء صورة مصغرة لليوتيوب باستخدام كانفا

      Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Animations, Content Creation, Design Elements And Principles, User Accounts, Creative Design, Color Theory, Graphical Tools

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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

    • Connected Leadership: Building Collaborative Teams: Coursera Instructor Network
    • Exam Prep AZ-400: Microsoft DevOps Engineer Expert: Whizlabs
    • Cisco CCNP Enterprise ENARSI (300-410): Packt
    • BigQuery Fundamentals for Redshift Professionals: Google Cloud
    • Performance Optimization and Utilities in Teradata: Board Infinity
    • Secure SD Branch: LearnQuest
    • CBAP Certification Business Analysis Training: Simplilearn
    • HEALTHY URBAN SYSTEMS - PART 2 : Theories, models and tools : University of Lausanne
    • Recommender Systems: An Applied Approach using Deep Learning: Packt
    • Scaling E-Commerce with Kubernetes: Deploy Web Apps: Coursera Project Network

    Skills you can learn in Design And Product

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    Graphics (10)
    Virtual Reality (9)
    Design Thinking (8)
    Web (8)
    Video Game Development (7)
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    Adobe Photoshop (6)

    Frequently Asked Questions about Game Design

    Coursera's Game Design courses offer learners the opportunity to acquire a diverse range of skills critical for creating engaging and immersive video games:

    • Fundamental principles of game design, including storyboarding, gameplay theory, and character development.
    • Techniques for creating interactive game experiences, focusing on user engagement and retention.
    • Skills in using game development tools and platforms, such as Unity or Unreal Engine.
    • Best practices for level design, ensuring games are challenging yet accessible.
    • Understanding of game aesthetics to enhance visual storytelling and player immersion.
    • Insights into the business of games, including market analysis, distribution, and monetization strategies.‎

    Game Design courses on Coursera are accessible to learners with varying levels of experience:

    • Beginners interested in game design can start with introductory courses that do not require previous programming or design experience.
    • Those with some background in related fields like software development or digital art can deepen their knowledge of specific aspects of game creation.
    • Advanced designers and programmers can enhance their skills with specialized courses in advanced game mechanics, engine-specific training, or professional game development practices.‎

    Upon completing Game Design courses, learners can obtain credentials that may support their career advancement in the game industry:

    • Professional certificates that may demonstrate a comprehensive understanding and hands-on skills in game design.
    • Specializations that focus on particular aspects of game design and development, offering a deeper dive into subjects like virtual reality (VR), artificial intelligence (AI) in games, or multiplayer game settings.
    • Certificates that can showcase the learner’s capabilities to potential employers or collaborators within the gaming community.‎

    Skills acquired from Game Design courses can open doors to multiple career paths within the gaming industry and related fields:

    • Game Designer, crafting the core concepts and gameplay elements of new games.
    • Level Designer, focusing on the creation of engaging game environments and player progression.
    • Narrative Designer, developing storylines, dialogues, and character arcs within games.
    • Game Developer, implementing the technical aspects of game mechanics using programming languages.
    • Game Artist, designing visual elements such as characters, assets, and textures that define the game’s aesthetic.‎

    Looking to enhance your team's Game Design skills? Coursera provides tailored enterprise solutions for teams ranging of 5-125 employees. Our offerings include advanced analytics, customized learning paths, and collaborative tools. To explore our Game Design training options and make a purchase, please visit our Coursera for Teams page.‎

    This FAQ content has been made available for informational purposes only. Learners are advised to conduct additional research to ensure that courses and other credentials pursued meet their personal, professional, and financial goals.

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