Scratch Programming: Build a Retro Flying Cat Game — PickAClass
⏱ 2h 54m 📚 29 lessons 🎧 Audio version

Scratch Programming: Build a Retro Flying Cat Game

Learn the fundamentals of coding and game design by building a colorful space arcade game from scratch.

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About this course

Have you ever wanted to create your own video game but did not know where to start? Coding is an incredibly creative skill, and building a game is the perfect way to learn the fundamentals of programming. In this written course, you will transition from a complete beginner to a confident creator. You will learn how to use block-based coding to control characters, animate backgrounds, and build interactive gameplay mechanics. What you will learn: 1. Understand the core concepts of block-based programming and computer logic. 2. Create custom animations and precise movement controls for a flying character. 3. Design obstacle-spawning mechanics and coordinate systems for space adventures. 4. Implement game loops, score tracking, and collision detection systems. 5. Apply clean coding habits by organizing scripts and variables properly. 6. Debug common logic errors to ensure smooth, glitch-free gameplay. You will start with the absolute basics of the interface and core programming concepts. From there, you will gradually build up your game's mechanics, adding obstacles, scoring, and custom animations through clear, written explanations and step-by-step code snippets. This course is designed for absolute beginners and young learners with no prior programming experience. Start reading today and build your very first interactive arcade game!

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Coursework summary
Lessons completed 14 / 14
Practice questions 26 / 28
Assignments submitted 4 (avg 4.5 / 5)
Capstone project Reviewed — 4.6 / 5
Total practice 6.2 hrs
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Cohort rank Top 12% of 1,625
Time to completion 11 days (median: 22)
Mastery score 91 / 100
Practice-question score 94%
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