Beginning Android Games
Course Overview
Why This Course?The mobile gaming industry is booming, with Android holding a significant market share worldwide. This course is designed for beginners who want to break into game development by creating engaging, fun, and interactive games specifically for Android devices. You’ll learn the fundamentals of game design and programming, setting a solid foundation for a future in mobile game development.
What You Will Learn
- Introduction to Android Studio and setting up your development environment
- Basics of Java/Kotlin programming tailored for game development
- Game loop mechanics and rendering graphics on Android
- Handling user input (touch, gestures) and device sensors
- Working with 2D graphics, sprites, and animations
- Sound integration and simple game physics
- Basic UI/UX design for games
- Debugging, testing, and optimizing game performance
- Publishing your game on the Google Play Store
Benefits of the Course
- Hands-on experience building real Android games from scratch
- Understanding the complete game development lifecycle on Android
- Gain confidence in using Android Studio and game programming concepts
- Learn to create games that can reach millions globally
- Build a portfolio project to showcase your skills
Career Opportunities
- Junior Android Game Developer
- Mobile Game Programmer
- Indie Game Creator
- QA Tester for Mobile Games
- Game Designer with a focus on mobile platforms
- Opportunities in startups, gaming studios, and freelance projects
Additional Topics Covered
- Overview of popular Android game engines and libraries (e.g., LibGDX)
- Monetization strategies for Android games
- Introduction to multiplayer and social gaming basics
- Trends and future of mobile gaming
