Mobile Social Casino Development Program
An 8-month intensive where you'll actually build three complete games from scratch. We're not talking about following tutorials—you'll be writing game logic, implementing casino mechanics, and debugging real problems that come up when players start spinning reels or dealing cards.
What You'll Actually Learn
Game Architecture Fundamentals
You'll start by understanding how casino games are structured. We break down slot machines, card games, and wheel mechanics into their core components. By week three, you'll have built a basic slot game that actually spins and pays out.
Graphics and Animation Systems
Making games look good matters. You'll work with Canvas API and WebGL to create smooth animations, particle effects, and visual feedback. This is where students usually have their "oh, that's how they do that" moment when reels start spinning smoothly.
Server Integration & Security
Games need backends. You'll learn Node.js to handle game logic server-side, validate spins, and prevent cheating. We cover API design, authentication, and the security considerations specific to casino gaming.
Mobile Optimization
Your games need to work on phones. Different screen sizes, touch controls, performance constraints—this module focuses on making your games feel native on mobile devices. You'll optimize asset loading and handle device-specific quirks.
Social Features & Monetization
Social casino games need leaderboards, friend systems, and in-app purchases. You'll implement these features and learn about virtual currency systems, daily bonuses, and engagement mechanics that keep players coming back.
Final Portfolio Project
The last month is yours. Design and build a complete game from concept to deployment. You'll present it to industry professionals and receive feedback. Past projects have included poker variants, original slot themes, and multiplayer card games.
Three Games You'll Build
Classic Slot Machine
Your first project. Three reels, five symbols, basic paylines. Sounds simple, but you'll learn reel physics, win animations, and sound integration. Most students finish this around week 8.
Multi-Hand Poker
Card games introduce different challenges. You'll implement hand evaluation algorithms, multiplayer logic, and betting systems. This is where the backend work from module three really comes together.
Social Bingo Hall
The most complex project. Multiple players, synchronized gameplay, chat features, and power-ups. You'll deal with real-time communication, lobby systems, and player matchmaking. Completing this proves you can handle production-level complexity.
Who Teaches This
Rashid Ahmadi
Game Architecture
Built slot systems for three major studios. Teaches the architecture module and helps students debug their most frustrating problems.
Vernon Katz
Graphics Programming
Animation specialist who spent years making casino games look good. He'll show you why 60fps matters and how to achieve it on mobile.
Terence Wu
Backend Systems
Server engineer with strong opinions about API design. Runs the security module and makes sure your games can't be exploited.
Dmitri Volkov
Mobile Optimization
Previously optimized games for low-end Android devices. Knows every trick for squeezing performance out of mobile browsers.
September 2025 Cohort
We're accepting applications for our next cohort starting September 15, 2025. Classes meet twice weekly online, with optional weekend lab sessions where instructors are available for direct help.
You should be comfortable with basic programming concepts before starting. We don't expect you to be an expert, but understanding variables, loops, and functions will help you get more from the program.
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