Intro Game Development with Unity

Are you ready to dive into the exciting world of video game development?

This camp is designed for 7th to 12th graders who want to learn how to create their own games using the Unity game engine and the C# programming language. Whether you’ve never written a line of code or are just starting your programming journey, this camp will guide you step-by-step from the basics to building small games by the end of the program.

Why Unity and C#?

• The Unity game engine is one of the most popular platforms for game creation, widely used by developers and professionals.
• C# is an excellent language for beginners and used by professional developers.
• The skills learned in this camp will not only help you make games but also build a strong foundation for future programming projects in other fields.

What You’ll Learn

• Core Programming Concepts: Learn essential coding skills that apply to C# and many other programming languages.
• Game Development Basics: Discover how to design and code 2D games in Unity.
• Problem-Solving Skills: Tackle design challenges and develop a programmer's mindset.

Camp Modules

1. Write Your First C# Console Application and Unity Script
   • Get started with C# programming and connect it to Unity.
2. Learn How We Store Data in Our Programs
   • Understand variables, data types, and how to manage information in your code.
3. Use Classes and Objects to Implement Code
   • Explore object-oriented programming to make your code efficient and reusable.
4. Build a Unity 2D Game
   • Apply what you’ve learned to create your first 2D game and complete a fun final project.

A Challenging and Rewarding Experience

This camp is perfect for students who are ready to put in the work to learn real programming and game development. While the course doesn’t require any prior coding experience, it does require focus and persistence—it’s modeled after a college-level introductory programming course. The challenges will be tough, but the rewards of learning to program and creating your own games from scratch make it all worth it!

Bring your creativity and determination, and get ready to code, create, and level up your skills!