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- Educated researchers at Embodied Games LLC and Arizona State University by demonstrating the creation and use of AI assistants using the OpenAI Assistants API, as well as the Whisper model to automate audio transcription.- Worked with researchers at Embodied Games LLC and Arizona State University to improve the design quality and functionality of a VR psychology experiment using Unity.- Utilized professional grade headsets, such as the HP Reverb G2 Omnicept, to track critical data such as cognitive load and heart rate of research subjects.

Tempe, Arizona, United States

- Brainstormed with a team to create the initial idea for an Augmented Reality mobile game project.- Designed the GDD for an Augmented Reality mobile game with a team.- Paper prototyped and developed the main mechanic for an Augmented Reality mobile game with a team.- Created the Unity project, set up Vuforia, and programmed the basic player functionality and Augmented Reality related mechanics for the project.- Worked with a team to create a PowerPoint presentation that described a fifteen-week-long development cycle for the project with five major milestone goals.- Pitched the project to the UAT Game Studios.- Lead the project as Project Lead and Programming Lead for a team of nine students through five three-week-long Sprints.- Recorded Stand-up meetings weekly, managed the projects OPPM, and created programming tasks for the projects Trello board.- Fixed errors in the project, and built an APK file for Android before the end of each Sprint.- Presented a build of the project and ran playtests after every Sprint.- Improved the project and pivoted its scope and direction based on user feedback.- Managed the projects Git repository using GitKraken. - Presented the project at the Arizona Tech Council’s “Tech The Halls” event in 2019 as part of the virtual-reality experience showcased at the event.

- Developed user interfaces for mobile and desktop version of "Polynom" to enhance user experience and navigation.- Converted designs into functional pages for mobile and desktop platforms to improve usability and performance.- Improved backend C++ code for seamless integration with QML frontend to ensure efficient application functionality.

- Tested and validated game software for AAA titles, such as "Halo Infinite", and identified and reported bugs to ensure high-quality releases.- Collaborated with AAA development teams, such as 343 Industries, to resolve issues and enhance game performance and user experience.- Utilized analytical skills to create detailed test plans to improve testing efficiency and accuracy.- Maintained a rate of 5 or more daily bug documentation to ensure game releases met gold standard and user expectations.

United States

- Supported and maintained the instructional and office related technologies at the building level.- Performed maintenance on computer hardware.- Assisted teachers with the use of technology.- Developed and maintained inventory of all technology at the building level.- Installed and troubleshot software applications in classroom and office locations.- Ordered supplies to ensure the continuous functionality of computers and printers.

Austin, Texas, United States

- Documented possible combinations of mechanics in gameplay areas to make the most out of a limited set of mechanics.- Critiqued and deconstructed different game mechanics in existing games for the purpose of identifying the fun factor and using it to influence design in a related genre.- Whiteboxed a maze level using Probuilder in Unity. - Whiteboxed an FPS map using Probuilder in Unity.- Collaborated with teammates to complete and polish level layouts.- Maintained organized source control through Perforce.

Game Design (Ba), Game Programming (Bs), And Virtual Reality (Ba), Game And Interactive Media Design, 4.0

Associate Of Arts - Aa, Liberal Arts And Sciences, General Studies And Humanities

Activities and Societies: Phi Theta Kappa