Nicholas Galjanic
Expert in Game Development and Unreal Engine. Here to help you build skills that will have you ready for the world of game development.
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Nicholas Galjanic
Masters degree
/ 55 min
Nicholas - Know your tutor
I'm Nicholas Galjanic, a Senior Software Engineer with 10+ years professional game development experience at Immersed Games. I'm an expert in Unreal Engine 4/5, C++, Blueprint scripting, and cross-platform deployment across Windows, macOS, mobile, and HTML5. I've led development on award-winning educational MMOs reaching students across the US and Europe. Achieved 66% efficiency improvements through systematic refactoring and optimization. I specialize in hands-on game development tutoring from beginner basics to advanced 3D systems. Whether you're building your first platformer, mastering complex AI behaviors, or optimizing performance, I'll guide you step-by-step using real industry workflows and best practices. My teaching approach: learn by doing, build actual games from day one, and develop both technical skills and creative problem-solving. Ready to transform your game ideas into reality? Let's start creating!
Nicholas graduated from University of Central Florida - Florida Interactive Entertainment Academy
Programming tutor specialities
Paired coding
Code Review
Homework help
Assignment help
Upskilling
Debugging
Learner for programming class
High School students
College students
Programming class overview
My teaching follows a structured "Build-Practice-Master" approach rooted in professional game development workflows. Every session starts with a quick assessment of your current understanding or review of any encountered difficulties, then introduces new concepts through hands-on demonstration. You'll immediately apply what you learn by building actual game mechanics. No abstract theory without practical application. I use scaffolding techniques: first I demonstrate while explaining my thought process, then we build together with guided practice. Finally you will start creating independently while I provide targeted feedback. This mirrors real industry collaboration and builds genuine problem-solving skills. Sessions are tailored to your learning pace and goals. Complete beginner? We start with core concepts and build confidence. Experienced programmer? We leverage your existing skills while focusing on game-specific challenges. Every lesson ends with clear next steps and optional practice exercises to reinforce learning between sessions.
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Computer Science concepts taught by Nicholas
The Tutor and Student worked through short-answer questions related to an essay on the importance of coding education. They practiced identifying thesis statements, supporting arguments, and the problem-solution structure within the text, and refined answers for clarity and grammatical correctness, focusing on how coding skills provide a competitive edge and prepare students for the future job market.
Crafting Complete Sentences for Academic Writing
Coding Enhances Problem-Solving Abilities
Problem-Solution Essay Structure
Thesis Statement & Central Arguments
Connecting Coding Skills to Diverse Careers
The Tutor and Student engaged in a reading comprehension exercise, analyzing an essay advocating for coding education in high schools. They practiced identifying the thesis statement and summarizing the main arguments of each paragraph, focusing on the benefits of coding for students' future success and problem-solving skills. The session concluded with a plan to further analyze the essay's persuasive elements.
Identifying the Thesis Statement
Paragraph Central Arguments
Coding's Broader Benefits
Distinguishing Fact vs. Opinion
The tutor and student worked on developing the introduction and thesis statement for an essay about the book 'Hatchet.' They discussed the structure of introductions, the importance of a clear thesis, and refined the specific wording of the thesis statement to accurately reflect the essay's content. Future sessions will involve editing the essay and practicing reading comprehension to improve writing structure.
Thesis Statement Placement and Purpose
The Nuance of Comparative Language
Essay Structure and Paragraph Purpose
Grammar and Style: Tense Consistency
Developing a Strong Thesis Statement
Structuring Essay Paragraphs
Writing an Effective Conclusion (Outro)
Using Transition Words
Counterarguments in Essays
The Student and Tutor worked on developing analytical writing for an essay, focusing on constructing paragraphs using deductive reasoning. They practiced identifying premises to support claims about energy efficiency derived from hunting and refined the wording to create a persuasive argument.
Building Analytical Paragraphs
The Value of Hand-Drawn Art in Digital Media
Deductive Reasoning in Writing
Energy Efficiency in Survival
The Tutor and Student worked on developing persuasive essay writing techniques, focusing on structuring arguments, supporting claims with evidence, and the purpose of a thesis statement. They practiced organizing paragraphs to build a cohesive argument and discussed strategies for addressing potential counterarguments. The next session will continue to build upon these persuasive writing skills.
Sentence-Level Construction
Developing a Persuasive Argument
The Importance of 'Why'
Paragraph Structure and Purpose
Thesis Statement and Argument
Teaching tools used by tutor
Visual Studio Code
Git & GitHub
Postman
Dynamic programming classes
Weekend lessons
Pets are welcomed
Open Q&A
Mobile joining
Note taking
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