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Engaged in a range of mobile and VR projects. - Extended HLS and DASH protocols to enable streaming of custom live motion capture data alongside live audio and video streams.- Implemented a server to support the custom stream and developed client applications for Android, iOS, web, and Oculus Quest, ensuring seamless RTMP recording and live playback of the custom stream in a multi-user environment.- Deployed infrastructure using Kubernetes on AWS, utilizing AWS GameLift to host multi-user sessions.- Utilized React Native's native bridge to seamlessly integrate a customized video player capable of playing back motion capture data for both Android and iOS.- Integrated the Bevy 3D engine into React Native, enabling live motion capture playback on mobile devices.- Developed Unreal Engine plugins enabling live motion stream playback.

Led the development of a platform enabling users to personalize access to relevant content within a trusted brand ecosystem spanning public and private sectors. This initiative facilitated effective content management and personalization through strategic marketing of mobile data plans in collaboration with global Mobile Network Operators.- The impact of our platform garnered the attention of the Indonesian president Joko Widodo https://www.indotelko.com/read/1438677240/XL-23-Ribu-Nelayan-Aplikasi-mFish- Won the 2016 D&AD Awards Pencil for Innovative Use of Mobile Technology. The D&AD Professional Awards, globally recognized as a premier creative honor, attract top talent from around the world.http://www.dandad.org/awards/professional/2016/mobile-marketing/24882/mfish/- Partnered and collaborated with the US State Department and GSMA to develop solutions leveraging our platform, contributing to global sustainability efforts.- Led a team of 8-10 engineers while also implementing critical components of the platform.Utilized a wide range of AWS cloud services to establish infrastructure across multiple regions.

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As a member of Boxee's Cloud-Based video sharing service team,- Created native desktop applications in C/C++ using the QT framework and tools, garnering coverage by TechCrunch.https://techcrunch.com/2012/06/04/boxee-cloudee/- Proficient in complete application deployment for customers, including self-update mechanisms, crash reporting, usage statistics, and installers, for both Windows and Mac.- Adhered to Apple's rapidly evolving guidelines on application sandboxing and successfully submitted to the Mac App Store.- Managed and refactored applications through multiple revisions, incorporating usability testing insights and adapting to evolving goals and requirements.- Interacted with customers on a daily basis to collect feedback and promptly resolve any issues.

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- Constructed a 3D avatar engine featuring a graph-based animation system, web resource management, Maya importer, and a custom scripting language.- Adapted the engine's API for iOS and Android NDK.- Developed a web-based editor empowering artists to swiftly build and script their applications.- Aided in the recruitment and supervision of 3D artists.- Utilized shaders to optimize OpenCV motion tracking algorithms for real-time execution within web browsers.

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- Contributed to the management of extensive SQL2005 servers housing billions of records, leveraged deep knowledge of indexes to ensure optimal query performance.- Developed web applications that enabled real-time reporting and statistics for all server-ingested data. These applications facilitated operators in manipulating records and played a crucial role in job automation.

Collaboratively designed, developed, and maintained the following suite of innovative applications:- TrustedPoint: Originating as a secure email client, this program evolved into a robust alternative to Microsoft's Outlook. It featured lightning-fast capabilities for viewing and searching through millions of emails, shared calendars, newsgroups, and sticky notes.- MonitorOne: An integrated monitoring system designed for analyzing program performance. Applications conforming to its protocols could undergo comprehensive measurement and diagnosis, all within its user-friendly interface.

Created application and content for various projects:- Designed and produced animated shorts for CBS Football.- Developed 3D avatars for AOL using Viewpoint technology.- Exported 3D avatars on to mobile devices.

Worked on several websites MTV, Ciroc Vodka, Crown Royal, Captain Morgan, Seagram 7, ESPN, Spector Group, Tishman Speyer, USA Films, etc...