Chris DeLeon

Chris DeLeon is the founder and lead trainer of HomeTeam GameDev, an independent, member-led, remote learning community focused on game development.1 He has extensive experience in the gaming industry and in building communities for new game developers.

Professional Background

Chris DeLeon has been involved in game development education and community building for over 20 years. During this time, he has helped release more than 500 freeware team projects.1 His experience includes:

• Founding and operating game development communities at Carnegie Mellon and Georgia Tech before establishing HomeTeam GameDev1
• Working in the game industry with companies such as Signal Studios, Schell Games, Disney, Microsoft Studios, and many others1
• Providing business consulting and one-on-one training for aspiring game developers1

Educational Contributions

Chris is known for his educational efforts in game development:

• He offers a free introductory course that has been taken by over 370,000 people1
• He provides weekly tips and training materials to his community members1
• His teaching style is praised for being engaging, inspirational, and making learning fun1

Community Involvement

Chris is actively involved in various gaming and tech communities:

• Hosting networking events for Boston Indies Non-Profit1
• Facilitating industry networking on platforms like Zoom1
• Participating as a panelist and volunteer at gaming events such as IndieCade, PAX South, and Game Dev Carnival1

Current Work

Currently, Chris operates under Brave Lighthouse LLC (formerly Gamkedo LLC), which includes the HomeTeam GameDev service.2 He continues to focus on helping individuals learn game development and build their skills in the industry.

Chris DeLeon's LinkedIn profile can be found under the username "chrisdeleon"2, where more details about his professional experience and connections within the game development industry can be found.