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Tips from Bayan Mashat-
Developing a game takes a lot of different skills and a big imagination. Having the courage to take on new challenges and show your work to the world are key pieces to being successful in the video game industry.
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The video game industry can be very competitive. Building your professional network through mentors and other supportive people can be crucial to getting a job. And when it’s your turn, make sure to be an advocate for or mentor to others.
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Writing code is like learning a new language. It can take many hours and even days in front of a computer to get something right. Practicing and building experience is the best way to achieve the end result that you want.
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Recommended Resources
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Listen to a Video Game Podcast
Listen to experts in the field talk about all things video games, reviews, and new games coming out.
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Coding Practice
Girls Who Code provides coding courses, mentorship, workshops, summer programs and more for girls interested in programming.
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Make Your Own Game
Codea for iPad lets you create games and simulations built on the Lua programming language. It combines creativity, critical thinking, and math suitable for grades 8-12.
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Start Playing
Scratch is the world’s largest coding community for kids. Create stories, games and animations and share them around the world.
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