Full Stack with Scrimba Career Path
The Scrimba Full Stack Career Path serves as a comprehensive resource for aspiring full-stack developers, equipping them with the skills needed to enter the job market.Â
Certificate :
After Completion
Start Date :
10-Jan-2025
Duration :
30 Days
Course fee :
$150
COURSE DESCRIPTION:
- Master the art of developing captivating mobile games through this in-depth Mobile Game Development course.
- Explore the entire development process, from initial concept to final deployment.
- Utilize industry-standard tools such as Unity and Android Studio for iOS and Android game creation.
- Suitable for both novices and seasoned developers, enhancing your game development expertise.
- Acquire the necessary skills to create high-performing mobile games that deliver outstanding user experiences.
CERTIFICATION:
Earn a Certified Mobile Game Developer credential, showcasing your expertise in creating mobile games for both iOS and Android platforms.
LEARNING OUTCOMES:
By the conclusion of the course, participants will possess the skills to:
Grasp the complete mobile game development cycle, encompassing design through to deployment.
Utilize game development platforms such as Unity and Android Studio for game creation.
Enhance mobile game performance, focusing on battery efficiency and frame rate improvements.Â
Design adaptive user interfaces and incorporate touch controls tailored for mobile devices.Â
Integrate features like in-app purchases, advertisements, and push notifications into games.
Course Curriculum
- Overview of mobile game industry: Trends, platforms (iOS, Android), and popular game types.
- Understanding mobile game genres: Puzzle, action, strategy, RPG, and simulation.
- Key considerations for mobile games: User experience (UX), touchscreen controls, performance, and optimization.
- Platforms and tools: iOS (Swift, Objective-C), Android (Java, Kotlin), Unity, and Unreal Engine for mobile game development.
- Core principles of mobile game design: Simplicity, accessibility, and engagement.
- Designing for touch: Gesture recognition, taps, swipes, and multi-touch interaction.
- Game mechanics and balancing: Difficulty progression, rewards, feedback loops, and player retention.
- Designing intuitive user interfaces (UI) and fluid experiences for mobile games.
- Prototyping and wireframing mobile games using tools like Figma or Adobe XD.
- Introduction to Unity for mobile game development: Setting up Unity for mobile platforms.
- Using Unreal Engine for mobile: Building high-performance mobile games with Unreal’s mobile optimizations.
- Overview of popular frameworks: Cocos2d-x, Godot, and LibGDX for 2D/3D games.
- Integrating platform-specific SDKs: GameCenter for iOS, Google Play Services for Android, and cross-platform frameworks (e.g., Cocos, Unity).
- Mobile-specific programming: Memory management, device resources (CPU, RAM, battery), and performance optimization.
- Game loop and frame updates: Handling input, logic, and rendering efficiently.
- Implementing 2D/3D physics and character movement for mobile devices.
- Working with mobile sensors: Accelerometers, gyroscopes, and GPS for interactive gameplay.
- Integrating audio: Sound effects, background music, and voiceovers.
- Introduction to mobile game art: 2D and 3D art assets for mobile games.
- Creating and optimizing mobile game assets: Textures, sprites, animations, and models.
- Using asset bundles and compression for efficient game delivery.
- Integrating animations and particle effects for mobile games: Mobile-friendly particle systems.
- Best practices for UI and HUD design in mobile games: Buttons, menus, and overlays.
- Implementing multiplayer features in mobile games: Real-time multiplayer and turn-based gameplay.
- Mobile game networking: Peer-to-peer vs. server-client architecture.
- Cloud saves, matchmaking, and player data synchronization across devices.
- Integrating social features: Leaderboards, achievements, friend lists, and social media sharing.
- Using third-party services: Firebase, PlayFab, and Google Play Games for social integration.
- In-app purchases (IAPs): Virtual goods, premium items, and subscription models.
- Ad monetization: Banner ads, interstitials, rewarded videos, and native ads.
- Subscription-based monetization: Managing subscription models for mobile games.
- Balancing monetization with user experience: Avoiding pay-to-win mechanics.
- Using analytics to optimize in-game purchases and ad revenues.
- Develop a Complete Mobile Game
- Create a fully functional mobile game prototype for either iOS or Android (or both).
- Implement gameplay mechanics, user interfaces, art assets, and networking (if multiplayer).
- Optimize the game for performance and deploy it to Google Play or the Apple App Store.
- Include features such as in-app purchases, ads, and social integration.
- Showcase your game to the class and receive feedback for improvement.
Training Features
Hands-on Mobile Game Development
Develop and deploy your mobile games using popular game engines like Unity or Unreal Engine.
Monetization and Marketing
Learn monetization strategies like in-app purchases, ads, and subscriptions, and gain insights into marketing your game effectively.
Optimized for Mobile Platforms
Understand the nuances of mobile game development, from touch controls to performance optimization and cross-platform compatibility.
Multiplayer and Social Features
Implement multiplayer features and social integrations to enhance the user experience and drive engagement.
User-Centric Game Design
Focus on creating mobile-friendly and intuitive game designs, ensuring a seamless and engaging experience for players.
Certification
A globally recognized certificate upon completing the course.
