Association for Computing Machinery (ACM) Courses

Human Sensing - Health and Behavior Discussion Panel

Panel discussion exploring cutting-edge research in human sensing technologies for health monitoring and behavior analysis, featuring experts in ubiquitous computing and wearable systems.

• YouTube
• 18 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

UbiComp and ISWC 2023 Conference Welcome

Welcome to UbiComp/ISWC 2023, exploring cutting-edge research in ubiquitous computing and wearable technologies. Discover innovations shaping the future of human-computer interaction.

• YouTube
• 18 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Rwanda is Different from California - From Coding to Innovation to Impact People

Explore how technology solutions must be adapted for Africa's unique context, focusing on smartphone-first users and the potential for innovation to address local challenges and impact lives.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 35 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Conference Talk

Feedback Design in Game Development - Lecture 4

Explore game feedback design through visuals, sound, and other means. Learn to represent information intuitively and create responsive, accessible, and artistically valuable feedback in games.

• YouTube
• 25 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Control Design in Game Development - Lecture 5

Explore player-game communication through input, examining control schemes, design principles, and challenges across different game perspectives and platforms.

• YouTube
• 23 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Game Testing: Methods and Strategies for Player Evaluation - Lecture 11

Introduction to game testing methods, including user research techniques, player observation, and effective evaluation strategies for improving gameplay and player experience.

• YouTube
• 16 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

History of Interaction Design in Games - Lecture 1

Explore the evolution of games from ancient times to modern video games, examining their appeal, design shifts, and interactive elements. Gain insights into game design principles and industry trends.

• YouTube
• 16 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Narrative Design in Interactive Storytelling - Lecture 6

Explore interactive storytelling in games, focusing on player engagement with characters, plot, and world. Learn techniques for preserving player agency and creating immersive narratives.

• YouTube
• 16 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Streaming in Game Design - Engaging Audiences and Content Creators

Explore the impact of streaming on game design, analyzing watchability, longevity, and audience interaction in popular platforms like Twitch and YouTube.

• YouTube
• 17 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Virtual Reality Game Design Challenges and Solutions - Lecture 7

Explore VR game design challenges and solutions, including immersion, motion sickness prevention, gestural interaction, and creative use of VR-specific features like room-scale physical interaction.

• YouTube
• 19 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

The Game Development Process - Lecture 10

Explore game development from ideation to iterative design, covering brainstorming strategies, user-centric techniques, and rapid prototyping for efficient and effective game creation.

• YouTube
• 17 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Interaction Design Basics for Game Development - Lecture 2

Explore game interaction design fundamentals, focusing on player-centric approaches and critical analysis. Learn about the communication cycle between games and players.

• YouTube
• 18 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Retention and Onboarding in Game Design - Lecture 3

Explore effective game tutorial design, balancing difficulty, and player learning methods to enhance engagement and replayability in video game development.

• YouTube
• 17 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

From SBOM to Trusted Software Supply Chain - How Far Are We?

Explore advancements in software supply chain security, from SBOM to vulnerability management and attack prevention, with insights on future directions and emerging technologies.

• YouTube
• 59 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Tradeoffs in the Software Workflow

Explore tradeoffs in software workflows, balancing fast releases with best practices. Learn strategies for reducing work-in-progress, optimizing value delivery, and managing technical debt in modern software engineering.

• YouTube
• 58 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video