Digital Games Developer ICT Professionals
SaveWhat Does a Digital Games Developer Do?
Digital games developers program, implement and document digital games. They implement technical standards in gameplay, graphics, sound and functionality.
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3D Lighting
The arrangement or digital effect which simulates lighting in a 3D environment.
These are common skills for this role, based on a European framework. Requirements vary between jobs, including in the UK. Real-world experience matters more than ticking every box - use this as a guide, not a checklist.
Skills You Need to Become a Digital Games Developer
Essential Skills
Essential Skills
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Essential3D Lighting knowledge
The arrangement or digital effect which simulates lighting in a 3D environment.
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EssentialDigital Game Genres knowledge
The classification of video games based on their interaction with the game media, such as simulation games, strategy games, adventure games and arcade games.
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EssentialICT Debugging Tools knowledge
The ICT tools used to test and debug programs and software code, such as GNU Debugger (GDB), Intel Debugger (IDB), Microsoft Visual Studio Debugger, Valgrind and WinDbg.
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Essential3D Texturing knowledge
The process of applying a type of surface to a 3D image.
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EssentialComputer Programming knowledge
The techniques and principles of software development, such as analysis, algorithms, coding, testing and compiling of programming paradigms (e.g. object oriented programming, functional programming) and of programming languages.
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EssentialIntegrated Development Environment Software knowledge
The suite of software development tools for writing programs, such as compiler, debugger, code editor, code highlights, packaged in a unified user interface, such as Visual Studio or Eclipse.
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EssentialTools For Software Configuration Management knowledge
The software programs to perform configuration identification, control, status accounting and audit, such as CVS, ClearCase, Subversion, GIT and TortoiseSVN perform this management.
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EssentialAnalyse Software Specifications skill
Assess the specifications of a software product or system to be developed by identifying functional and non-functional requirements, constraints and possible sets of use cases which illustrate interactions between the …
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EssentialApply 3D Imaging Techniques skill
Implement a variety of techniques such as digital sculpting, curve modelling and 3D scanning to create, edit, preserve and use 3D images, such as point clouds, 3D vector graphic and …
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EssentialDebug Software skill
Repair computer code by analysing testing results, locating the defects causing the software to output an incorrect or unexpected result and removing these faults.
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EssentialDevelop Software Prototype skill
Create a first incomplete or preliminary version of a piece of software application to simulate some specific aspects of the final product.
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EssentialExecute Analytical Mathematical Calculations skill
Apply mathematical methods and make use of calculation technologies in order to perform analyses and devise solutions to specific problems.
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EssentialInterpret Technical Texts skill
Read and understand technical texts that provide information on how to perform a task, usually explained in steps.
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EssentialRender 3D Images skill
Use specialised tools to convert 3D wire frame models into 2D images with 3D photorealistic effects or non-photorealistic rendering on a computer.
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EssentialUse Software Design Patterns skill
Utilise reusable solutions, formalised best practices, to solve common ICT development tasks in software development and design.
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EssentialUse Software Libraries skill
Utilise collections of codes and software packages which capture frequently used routines to help programmers simplify their work.
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EssentialUtilise Computer-aided Software Engineering Tools skill
Use software tools (CASE) to support the development lifecycle, design and implementation of software and applications of high-quality that can be easily maintained.
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Optional Skills (5 of 60 displayed)
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OptionalASP.NET knowledge
The techniques and principles of software development, such as analysis, algorithms, coding, testing and compiling of programming paradigms in ASP.NET.
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OptionalPython (computer Programming) knowledge
The techniques and principles of software development, such as analysis, algorithms, coding, testing and compiling of programming paradigms in Python.
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OptionalC# knowledge
The techniques and principles of software development, such as analysis, algorithms, coding, testing and compiling of programming paradigms in C#.
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OptionalInternet Of Things knowledge
The general principles, categories, requirements, limitations and vulnerabilities of smart connected devices (most of them with intended internet connectivity).
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OptionalJava (computer Programming) knowledge
The techniques and principles of software development, such as analysis, algorithms, coding, testing and compiling of programming paradigms in Java.
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OptionalJavascript knowledge
The techniques and principles of software development, such as analysis, algorithms, coding, testing and compiling of programming paradigms in JavaScript.
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OptionalMATLAB knowledge
The techniques and principles of software development, such as analysis, algorithms, coding, testing and compiling of programming paradigms in MATLAB.
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OptionalPHP knowledge
The techniques and principles of software development, such as analysis, algorithms, coding, testing and compiling of programming paradigms in PHP.
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OptionalTypescript knowledge
The techniques and principles of software development, such as analysis, algorithms, coding, testing and compiling of programming paradigms in TypeScript.
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OptionalXcode knowledge
The computer program Xcode is a suite of software development tools for writing programs, such as compiler, debugger, code editor, code highlights, packaged in a unified user interface. It is …
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OptionalC++ knowledge
The techniques and principles of software development, such as analysis, algorithms, coding, testing and compiling of programming paradigms in C++.
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OptionalSwift (computer Programming) knowledge
The techniques and principles of software development, such as analysis, algorithms, coding, testing and compiling of programming paradigms in Swift.
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OptionalABAP knowledge
The techniques and principles of software development, such as analysis, algorithms, coding, testing and compiling of programming paradigms in ABAP.
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OptionalScratch (computer Programming) knowledge
The techniques and principles of software development, such as analysis, algorithms, coding, testing and compiling of programming paradigms in Scratch.
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OptionalVisual Studio .NET knowledge
The techniques and principles of software development, such as analysis, algorithms, coding, testing and compiling of programming paradigms in Visual Basic.
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OptionalJenkins (tools For Software Configuration Management) knowledge
The tool Jenkins is a software program to perform configuration identification, control, status accounting and audit of software during its development and maintenance.
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OptionalMicrosoft Visual C++ knowledge
The computer program Visual C++ is a suite of software development tools for writing programs, such as compiler, debugger, code editor, code highlights, packaged in a unified user interface. It …
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OptionalRuby (computer Programming) knowledge
The techniques and principles of software development, such as analysis, algorithms, coding, testing and compiling of programming paradigms in Ruby.
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OptionalSAS Language knowledge
The techniques and principles of software development, such as analysis, algorithms, coding, testing and compiling of programming paradigms in SAS language.
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OptionalApache Maven knowledge
The tool Apache Maven is a software program to perform configuration identification, control, status accounting and audit of software during its development and maintenance.
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OptionalPuppet (tools For Software Configuration Management) knowledge
The tool Puppet is a software program to perform configuration identification, control, status accounting and audit.
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OptionalAJAX knowledge
The techniques and principles of software development, such as analysis, algorithms, coding, testing and compiling of programming paradigms in AJAX.
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OptionalAnsible knowledge
The tool Ansible is a software program to perform configuration identification, control, status accounting and audit.
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OptionalHaskell knowledge
The techniques and principles of software development, such as analysis, algorithms, coding, testing and compiling of programming paradigms in Haskell.
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OptionalObjective-c knowledge
The techniques and principles of software development, such as analysis, algorithms, coding, testing and compiling of programming paradigms in Objective-C.
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OptionalScala knowledge
The techniques and principles of software development, such as analysis, algorithms, coding, testing and compiling of programming paradigms in Scala.
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OptionalEclipse (integrated Development Environment Software) knowledge
The computer program Eclipse is a suite of software development tools for writing programs, such as compiler, debugger, code editor, code highlights, packaged in a unified user interface. It is …
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OptionalGroovy knowledge
The techniques and principles of software development, such as analysis, algorithms, coding, testing and compiling of programming paradigms in Groovy.
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OptionalPerl knowledge
The techniques and principles of software development, such as analysis, algorithms, coding, testing and compiling of programming paradigms in Perl.
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OptionalSalt (tools For Software Configuration Management) knowledge
The tool Salt is a software program to perform configuration identification, control, status accounting and audit.
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OptionalSAP R3 knowledge
The techniques and principles of software development, such as analysis, algorithms, coding, testing and compiling of programming paradigms in SAP R3.
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OptionalSTAF knowledge
The tool STAF is a software program to perform configuration identification, control, status accounting and audit.
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OptionalVbscript knowledge
The techniques and principles of software development, such as analysis, algorithms, coding, testing and compiling of programming paradigms in VBScript.
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OptionalTrigonometry knowledge
The subdiscipline of mathematics which explores relationships among angles and lengths of triangles.
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OptionalML (computer Programming) knowledge
The techniques and principles of software development, such as analysis, algorithms, coding, testing and compiling of programming paradigms in ML.
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OptionalAPL knowledge
The techniques and principles of software development, such as analysis, algorithms, coding, testing and compiling of programming paradigms in APL.
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OptionalCommon Lisp knowledge
The techniques and principles of software development, such as analysis, algorithms, coding, testing and compiling of programming paradigms in Common Lisp.
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OptionalOpenedge Advanced Business Language knowledge
The techniques and principles of software development, such as analysis, algorithms, coding, testing and compiling of programming paradigms in OpenEdge Advanced Business Language.
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OptionalPascal (computer Programming) knowledge
The techniques and principles of software development, such as analysis, algorithms, coding, testing and compiling of programming paradigms in Pascal.
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1 book -
OptionalProlog (computer Programming) knowledge
The techniques and principles of software development, such as analysis, algorithms, coding, testing and compiling of programming paradigms in Prolog.
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OptionalCOBOL knowledge
The techniques and principles of software development, such as analysis, algorithms, coding, testing and compiling of programming paradigms in COBOL.
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OptionalObject-oriented Modelling knowledge
The object-oriented paradigm, which is based on classes, objects, methods and interfaces and their application in software design and analysis, programming organisation and techniques.
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OptionalSoftware Anomalies knowledge
The deviations of what is standard and exceptional events during software system performance, identification of incidents that can alter the flow and the process of system execution.
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OptionalWorld Wide Web Consortium Standards knowledge
The standards, technical specifications and guidelines developed by the international organisation World Wide Web Consortium (W3C) which allow the design and development of web applications.
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OptionalAssembly (computer Programming) knowledge
The techniques and principles of software development, such as analysis, algorithms, coding, testing and compiling of programming paradigms in Assembly.
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OptionalLisp knowledge
The techniques and principles of software development, such as analysis, algorithms, coding, testing and compiling of programming paradigms in Lisp.
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1 book -
OptionalKdevelop knowledge
The computer program KDevelop is a suite of software development tools for writing programs, such as compiler, debugger, code editor, code highlights, packaged in a unified user interface. It is …
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OptionalR knowledge
The techniques and principles of software development, such as analysis, algorithms, coding, testing and compiling of programming paradigms in R.
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OptionalAdapt To Changes In Technological Development Plans skill
Modify the current design and development activities of technological projects to meet changes in requests or strategies. Ensure that the organisation's or client's needs are met and that any sudden …
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OptionalCreate Flowchart Diagram skill
Compose a diagram that illustrates systematic progress through a procedure or system using connecting lines and a set of symbols.
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OptionalDesign User Interface skill
Create software or device components which enable interaction between humans and systems or machines, using appropriate techniques, languages and tools so as to streamline interaction while using the system or …
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OptionalDevelop Creative Ideas skill
Developing new artistic concepts and creative ideas.
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OptionalIntegrate System Components skill
Select and use integration techniques and tools to plan and implement integration of hardware and software modules and components in a system. Apply specific testing techniques to ensure integrity during …
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OptionalProvide Technical Documentation skill
Prepare documentation for existing and upcoming products or services, describing their functionality and composition in such a way that it is understandable for a wide audience without technical background and …
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OptionalUse Automatic Programming skill
Utilise specialised software tools to generate computer code from specifications, such as diagrams, structured informations or other means of describing functionality.
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OptionalUse Concurrent Programming skill
Utilise specialised ICT tools to create programs that can execute concurrent operations by splitting programs into parallel processes and, once computed, combining the outcomes together.
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OptionalUse Functional Programming skill
Utilise specialised ICT tools to create computer code which treats computation as the evaluation of mathematical functions and seeks to avoid state and mutable data. Use programming languages which support …
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OptionalUse Logic Programming skill
Utilise specialised ICT tools to create computer code composed of series of sentences in logical form, expressing rules and facts about some problem domain. Use programming languages which support this …
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OptionalUse Object-oriented Programming skill
Utilise specialised ICT tools to create computer code based on the concept of an "object" which is an abstract data type encapsulated with a set of "methods", which operate on …
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OptionalDevelop Virtual Game Engine skill
Create a virtual software framework that abstracts the details of doing common game-related tasks.
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