Open the door to the vast world of programming and development by learning the syntax of C++. Develop games with 2D graphics and custom controls throughout the session as you master this essential programming language. As you continue, you’ll make your games smarter with algorithms crucial to game development, like pathfinding and map generation. Whether you choose to build games or apps or just want a head start for college, C++ can get you there.
Online Course Requirements:
-Mac or Windows PC
-C++
-Microsoft Visual Studio Community Edition or Xcode
-WebCam
-Stable internet connection with access to Zoom Video Conferencing
- AGES
- 13 - 18 (Must turn 13 by 12-31-20)
- SKILL LEVEL
- Intermediate–Advanced
- PATH
- Coding, Game Dev
- PROGRAM
- Virtual Tech Academies | Two-week
- PREREQUISITE
- See course description
- TOOLS
- C++, Microsoft Visual Studio
C++ Game Programming with Algorithms and AI
Course DescriptionPrerequisite: Please see course description.
In this course, you will:
- Read user input and print formatted output
- Implement a game loop
- Add graphics and controls to a game
- Design an API for creating game engine content
- Build foundational code that can be used for a variety of games
Your tuition includes:
- iD Certified Instructor
- 20 hours of direct instruction, plus 20 hours of self-paced project development
- iD Small Class Guarantee™ (Max 5 students)
- Official iD course transcript
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