Key terms and common mistakes
The words you will hear in Game Development with Unity work and the mistakes that most often cost interns approvals.
Key terms
| Term | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Unity Hub | Manages Unity versions and projects |
| GameObject | Basic object in a scene |
| MonoBehaviour | Base class for Unity scripts |
| Input System | Unity's modern input package |
| Rigidbody | Adds physics simulation |
| Material | Defines surface look |
| Canvas | Container for UI elements |
| Core loop | Main repeated gameplay cycle |
Common mistakes to avoid
- Putting all logic in one huge script.
- Not testing on the target device's performance.
- Using copyrighted assets without a licence.
- No version control for scenes and assets.
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