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    Roblox Developer: Lua Coding and Game Design
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    Roblox Developer: Lua Coding and Game Design

    by iD Tech

    Learn Lua by building custom game mechanics, playtesting your creation, and publishing a playable Roblox game with instructor support.

    Last verified: 7 Oct 2026Reviewed by:SSSean Stevens

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    Roblox Developer at a glance: cost, dates and eligibility

    Current status

    Upcoming

    Eligibility

    Beginner to intermediate students

    Age range / Year group

    Ages 10-12

    Location / Region

    Online

    Cost

    From $429

    Duration

    1 week

    Format

    Online

    Next deadline

    Not announced · Next cycle not announced

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    Computer ScienceDesign
    Sessions / cadence: Monday-Friday: 2h live + 2h independent daily
    Mentor model: Expert instructors; individual attention
    Assessment style: Project development and playtesting
    Main deliverable / output: Published Roblox game
    Credential: Official iD Tech skills transcript

    Roblox Developer summary

    iD Tech turns an interest in Roblox into practical programming through Lua scripts, custom game mechanics, and a game students can publish.

    Students combine instructor-led learning and peer collaboration with independent development. The sample curriculum moves from variables and functions to challenges, rewards, and a final game showcase.

    The strongest fit is a student who wants to build and troubleshoot games rather than simply play them.

    What is Roblox Developer: Lua Coding and Game Design?

    Roblox Developer: Lua Coding and Game Design is an iD Tech virtual camp focused on learning Lua through game creation. Students use Roblox Studio to build objects, write scripts, and turn programming concepts into playable mechanics.

    Small-group instruction combines live teaching, peer collaboration, and self-paced project development. Students work toward a polished game with a customized Roblox page, while exploring features such as checkpoints, puzzles, rewards, and in-game products.

    Why Succeed highlights Roblox Developer

    • Lua variables, functions, and scripts are applied directly to mechanics students can see and test.

    • The course works toward publication, giving students a concrete project to share and revisit.

    • Small-group teaching and individual attention support students progressing at different paces.

    • The official skills transcript gives students a record of what they practiced.

    Who is Roblox Developer for?

    Best for

    Students who enjoy Roblox and want to understand how scripts, objects, and rules create a playable game.

    Not ideal if

    You want advanced programming instruction or exclusively one-on-one teaching; this course targets beginner to intermediate learners in a small group.

    Is Roblox Developer worth it?

    This is a useful option when enthusiasm for Roblox can motivate a student to practice real programming. Creating, testing, and publishing a game gives the learning a clear purpose, while instructor support adds structure to independent experimentation.

    The main limitation is scope: a short introductory camp builds a foundation rather than advanced software-development expertise. Its value depends on engaging with the independent work and continuing to improve the project afterward; monetization lessons should not be treated as an earnings promise.

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    Cost and what is included

    From $429; includes Two hours of live instruction each weekday, Peer collaboration, Two hours of self-paced project development each weekday, Official iD Tech skills transcript.

    Dates and time commitment

    1 week; Monday-Friday: 2h live + 2h independent daily.

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    What the student gains

    Potential output: The main output is a playable game published on Roblox.. Check whether feedback, certificate, recommendation or application evidence is included.

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    How much preparation does Roblox Developer need?

    Effort level

    Moderate, with sustained daily project work.

    Best started

    Begin setup one to two weeks before your booked session.

    Main challenge

    Turning a game idea into working, tested scripts.

    Typical preparation

    • Follow the course-specific installation instructions sent after registration.

    • Test your computer, webcam, internet connection, and Zoom access.

    • Choose a simple game idea so you can focus on learning and polishing its mechanics.

    Useful if

    You want to move from playing games to building them.

    What do students do on Roblox Developer?

    You build a Roblox game while learning the Lua code behind its behavior. The sample sequence develops a basic environment into a playable project with challenges, rewards, and a published game page.

    Step-by-step process

    1. 1

      Build custom 3D parts and learn Lua variables, functions, and game scripts.

    2. 2

      Add checkpoints, collectible items, and respawning mechanics.

    3. 3

      Create challenges such as enemies, timed puzzles, or projectile shooters.

    4. 4

      Implement rewards and explore developer products and Robux donations.

    5. 5

      Playtest, polish, customize the game page, and publish on Roblox.

    Roblox Developer dates and deadlines

    Registration opens

    8 November

    Registration for summer 2027 camps.

    Reference date

    Eligibility and requirements

    • Students ages 10-12.

    • Beginner to intermediate skill levels.

    How much does Roblox Developer cost?

    Program fee

    From $429 — Weeklong virtual camp.

    What's included

    Two hours of live instruction each weekday, Peer collaboration, Two hours of self-paced project development each weekday, Official iD Tech skills transcript

    How to apply to Roblox Developer

    1. 1

      Use iD Tech's official registration checkout to book the virtual course.

    2. 2

      Contact a Program Specialist if you need help choosing the course or registering.

    3. 3

      Follow the course-specific installation information sent after registration.

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    Learning format

    The online camp runs Monday through Friday, with two hours of live instruction and peer collaboration plus two hours of self-paced project development each day. Across the week, that amounts to 10 live hours and 10 independent project hours.

    Mentorship and feedback

    • Expert instructors lead live small-group sessions.

    • Small classes provide individual attention.

    • Students can progress at their own pace.

    • iD Tech describes USA-based adult instructors recruited from universities.

    • Staff undergo background checks, reference checks, and training.

    Time-zone considerations

    • Live instruction takes place Monday through Friday.
    • Allow two hours daily for live teaching and collaboration.
    • Plan another two hours daily for self-paced project development.

    Tech requirements

    • A Mac or Windows computer

    • A webcam

    • A stable internet connection

    • Access to Zoom video conferencing

    • Course-specific installations communicated after registration

    Assessment style

    Progress centers on a practical game project, culminating in playtesting, polishing, and a game showcase.

    • Develop a game through custom objects and scripts.
    • Test and refine the game's mechanics.
    • Showcase and publish the finished project.

    Portfolio and outputs

    Main deliverable / output

    The main output is a playable game published on Roblox.

    • Custom game objects and Lua scripts

    • A customized Roblox game page

    • An official iD Tech skills transcript

    Roblox Developer FAQs

    Students learn Lua, the coding language used for Roblox game scripts. They practice syntax, variables, functions, and custom mechanics while building a game.

    The course is designed for beginner to intermediate students. Small classes provide individual attention and allow students to progress at their own pace.

    Each weekday includes two hours of live instruction and peer collaboration plus two hours of self-paced project development. The five-day camp therefore involves about 20 hours overall.

    The standard requirements specify a Mac or Windows computer and exclude Chromebooks unless otherwise specified. Students also need a webcam, stable internet, and Zoom access.

    Yes. The course works toward playtesting and polishing a game, customizing its page, and publishing it on the official Roblox website.

    Students receive an official iD Tech transcript outlining the skills learned during the course.

    This course uses small-group sessions with individual attention. iD Tech's one-on-one Online Private Lessons are a separate offering.

    No. Students explore in-game items and products, including a Robux donation box, but should treat these as game-development skills rather than a promise of income.

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