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Game Design vs. Game Programming: What’s the difference and which path is right for you?

Game development is a fast-growing industry with a wide range of career paths. Two of the most popular are game design and game programming. While they often work closely together, these roles are quite different in terms of focus, skills, and responsibilities. If you’re considering a career in game development, especially through NJIT // Flatiron Tech Bootcamps, understanding the distinction between these two paths can help you choose the one that best aligns with your interests and strengths.

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Game Programming
5 minutes

Game Programming Languages Every Beginner Should Know

Entering the world of game development can feel overwhelming, especially when deciding which programming languages and software to learn. For beginners aiming to build a career in game programming, focusing on industry-standard tools can help you learn more efficiently and improve your job prospects. This guide covers some of the essential game programming languages and software every aspiring game developer should know.
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6 minutes

Game Design vs. Game Programming: What’s the difference and which path is right for you?

Game development is a fast-growing industry with a wide range of career paths. Two of the most popular are game design and game programming. While they often work closely together, these roles are quite different in terms of focus, skills, and responsibilities. If you’re considering a career in game development, especially through NJIT // Flatiron Tech Bootcamps, understanding the distinction between these two paths can help you choose the one that best aligns with your interests and strengths.
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Game Design
2 minutes

Introducing: NJIT’s New Game Design and Development Programs!

NJIT is thrilled to announce the launch of a series of accelerated, fully online technology programs in collaboration with Flatiron School! Learn about the first two non-credit programs we're offering in game development.
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Game Design
14 minutes

Unreal Engine Tutorial: Create an Environment Scene

We asked Game Design Foundations student Oliver Rotter to take us through his process of creating a panoramic mountain scene in Unreal Engine. This 3D environment was a side project that Oliver used to upgrade his skills along with the help of mentors Scot Bayless and William Faucher. Thanks, Oliver, for your meticulous step-by-step guide!
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Game Design
4 minutes

Motiga Games Animator Kyle Dahl

When it comes to working on different kinds of video games and character animator, Kyle Dahl has done it all. Kyle honed his animation skills under Head of Animation Mark Pullyblank. We had a chance to ask Kyle a few questions about life after graduation and what it takes to get a job in the video game industry.
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Game Design
5 minutes

From software design to game design: Loris Casagrandi's career change

A love of gaming was instilled in Loris Casagrandi as a child, but the opportunities to develop his dream career didn’t present until he reached adulthood. Loris went on to transform his career from software designer to game designer, and began working at Stormind Games where got his first game credit as a Technical Designer on Batora: Lost Haven. We talk to him about his career journey and how his process ensures winning results.
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Game Programming
8 minutes

Carving a New Path: Luke Williford Shaped a Career in Game Development

Luke Williford didn’t start out wanting to get into game development. You could say he played himself into gaming while on a retreat that allowed him to re-ignite his love of video games. We talk to Luke about how he carved out a new career for himself after a summer of nostalgia.
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Game Design
5 minutes

Gerel: Against The Corvus Empire - An Epic Student-Made Pixel Art Game

When Alan Robinson studied the Nuke Compositing Course, he not only acquired the skills to build a successful career in VFX, he also gained access to the school’s global online community filled with talented students, alumni, and mentors studying and working in film and games—something that would continue to foster his creative pursuits years after completing his studies.
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Game Design
5 minutes

How to Become a Video Game Designer

A guide to game design and the skills needed to start a career in this field.
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