Study the foundational mechanics, rules, and conceptual underpinnings of game design. Define what makes a game compelling through industry-standard documentation and structured conceptual frameworks. Develop and describe original game concepts through four iterative assignments designed to bridge the gap between abstract ideas and playable mechanics—no programming experience required.
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Learning objectives This course picks up where Harvard University's CS50 leaves off, focusing on the development of 2D interactive games. Students explore the design of such childhood games as Super Mario Bros., Legend of Zelda, and Pokémon in a quest to understand how video games themselves are im…
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Focusing on the basics of machine learning and embedded systems, such as smartphones, this course will introduce you to the “language” of TinyML.
Harvard University · edX
Learn the concepts and techniques that make up the foundation of data science and machine learning.
Harvard University · edX
An introduction to the intellectual enterprises of computer science and the art of programming.
Harvard University · edX
Build a movie recommendation system and learn the science behind one of the most popular and successful data science techniques.
Harvard University · edX
An introduction to programming using Python, a popular language for general-purpose programming, data science, web programming, and more.
