Game Testing
Last autumn, I partnered with a gaming publisher. I found it beneficial to involve my students in the testing process, and the feedback they offered proved to be incredibly valuable.…
That’s a Wrap
It was the last Saturday workshop before Christmas. These weekend classes have been a great deal of fun to host and this latest Game Design themed workshop has resulted in…
Game Design Workshop
It's that exciting time of year once more! The BAFTA Young Game Designer Awards for 2024 are on the horizon, and we're thrilled to announce that here at First Coding, we will…
BAFTA Young Game Designers
It's going to be a very exciting time for young game designers. The BAFTA Young Game Designers awards are about to open their doors once again for 2024 entries. First…
Alternative Provision Preparation
First Coding teamed up with The Underground Studios last year and quickly became one of the leading computing skills provider as part of Right Choice‘s alternative provision program. We're situated…
Game Boy Development
I hope everyone is enjoying what remains of the summer break. I have been keeping myself busy with a bit of Game Boy game development and after two months of…
Serious Games Showcase and Challenge Finalist Winner
At the start of the year a decision was made to enter another game dev competition but this time with a more serious theme behind it. The Serious Games Showcase and…
Prize Giving
As another round of Python coding workshops come to an end, this can only mean one thing - prize giving! Students have been learning how to could their very own…
Made a Game, Entered a Competition, Now a Finalist!
The latest series of game design workshops have got off to a great start this term. The sessions teach young game designers effective methods of producing engaging games. First Coding decided…
The Weekend Computer Club is BACK!
First Coding's Saturday computer club is back and we're kicking things off with a two week workshop at the end of April based around game design. Learn how to make…