The Course
This course is under development and is constantly updating to help you improve your game creation with a focus on agile methods of production and ways of working. This course covers the core principles of Agile development, including iterative design, continuous improvement, work with feedback and cross-functional teamwork. The content explains how agile practices can be customized for the unique challenges and rapid pace of the gaming industry for all production stages. By learning to embrace adaptability, you'll be on your way to delivering games that not only hit the market faster but also resonate deeply with players.
What you will learn
When designing this course, I really wanted to go as deep as possible in the unique challenges you might face when developing a game. While it's not about learning to code or design; it's about building robust processes, fostering a collaborative team environment, and captivating your players. That's why I've structured each module to give you solid agile methodologies tailored specifically for the gaming industry, ensuring that these aren't just abstract concepts, but practical tools you can apply from day one. Whether you're starting out or looking to polish your skills, I'm sure you'll find this course to be useful in your work.
Ready to take your game development to the next level? Let's make it happen together!
Curriculum
Your instructor - Nick Filonchik
Certified Leadership Coach & Facilitator | SAFe SPC | Management 3.0 Practicioner
| PSM | ICP-ACC, ICP-ATF | CAL-E, CAL-O, CAL-T
Nick comes to you with a rich background in agile coaching combining hands-on experience in both producing AAA-games and indie titles as well as classical software development. With a career deeply entrenched in the agile world, Nick has navigated the rapidly changing landscapes of IT project management, game design and production, leading projects that have pushed the boundaries of player engagement and team efficiency. His journey through the crucible of game development has honed his expertise in applying agile methodologies to enhance production workflows, facilitate cross-functional teamwork, and accelerate time-to-market while maintaining high-quality standards.
Passionate about sharing knowledge and empowering the next generation of game developers, Nick's connection to the course "Agile Practices for Game Development: Improving Production, Building Teams, Engaging Players" is both professional and personal. He understands the unique challenges that come with creating memorable gaming experiences and the importance of adaptable, responsive practices in meeting these challenges head-on. Nick's enthusiasm for agile principles and game production are matched by his commitment to student success; he pours his wealth of real-world insights into the course, ensuring that graduates are not just prepared, but excited, to forge their own paths in the dynamic realm of game development and can shime with entusiasm and sacred knowledge of agile, that is so rare to be seen in game development.
Dynamic
Adapting Game Development Workflows for Enhanced Team Collaboration and Output
Streamlined
Efficiency and Flexibility in Game Production through Agile Methodologies
Innovative
Evolving the Game Industry with Techniques that are on the Bleeding Edge of Agile and Technology