Coding a digital video game not only requires a thorough knowledge of programming language, it also requires a deep understanding of the game engine, the APIs and the creative assets that will eventually inhabit the game being produced. Successfully applying all of these skills requires exceptional attention to detail and an inherent ability to collaborate with others, even if the others are not blessed with programming skills themselves.

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The video game programmer’s role is to take the abstract concepts presented by the creative departments and transform them into digital reality using the confines of the game engine, hardware platform and programming language. At times, this interaction may require the video game programmer to say that something requested simply cannot be done within the confines of current technology. How individuals handle this interaction is of paramount importance when recruiting and vetting candidates.

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