Game Programming Tests?

You want to test your skills as a game developer? Make a game.

Programming isn't chemistry or world history. There's no reliable test for competence. Having a solid portfolio of finished, well-polished projects is far more useful when job-hunting (especially in the games industry) than being able to answer contrived questions.

I would suggest reading through some of Joel on Software's blogs - to get some insight in to what employers are looking for.

You guys are right, I am working on a game at the moment (as well as a few other bits and pieces such as re-implementing STL containers and stuff for educational reasons).

I noticed that many Game Developers use a programming test as the first part of the hiring process. I was hoping to find some more tests to get more of a feel for the level and difficulty of the questions, reoccurring themes etc. since I am working hard to learn allot of information in a short amount of time.

Also, thanks for the pointer to Joel on Software. I discovered it a little while ago and absolutely love Joel's writing and technical style. I have learned tonnes from reading it.


Thanks.