I'm a Technical Designer and Gameplay Programmer and author software in C#, Java, and Python. I'm an experienced developer-educator ready to tackle technical problems through strong coding, mentorship, and collaboration skills. I recently completed a Master's in Game Studies and Design from Michigan State University.Highlighted ProjectsFactorians (Unity3D & C#, solo project) https://peterguenther.itch.io/factoriansUnicycle Samurai (Unity3D and C#; 4-10 team members) http://unicyclesamurai.comFinalist, 2023 alt.ctrl.GDC ShowcaseUnderwater Robot Constructor (Unity3D and C#, solo project) https://peterguenther.itch.io/rov-gameOfficial selection, 2022 Meaningful PlayGAMEPLAY PROGRAMMING6 years’ professional C# experience in software development; intermediate XP with Unity-Debugged and fixed features, systemsCoded all gameplay for prototype of two-player arena battle game, including unicycle driving with unique feel, power-ups, and enemy AI-Built multiple quick prototypes to test movement systems and balance mechanics to achieve fun, unique feel-Coded power-ups and enemy AIDesigned and prototyped builder and simulator, Underwater Robot Constructor, working with subject matter experts -Iterated on controls to balance player feel and fidelity to real-world performance-Implemented multiple camera views through CinemachinePrototyped and refined custom unicycle controllers-Iterated through 6 major versions, testing at local events with more than 140 users over 6 monthsTECHNICAL PROFICIENCY6 years’ C# experience in software development roles-Built learning platforms in C#, integrating multiple technologies including SQL databases and third-party APIs-Owned significant technical products, balancing and prioritizing multiple needsBuilt game systems in Unity driven by Google Sheets for streamlined updating and tuning-Level text, types of enemies, enemy spawn rate, and abilities are all tunable for WebGL game with no rebuildingArchitected and taught VR and AR development curriculum for software professionals in UnityLEADERSHIP AND COLLABORATIONManaged professional team of 24+ to deliver technical instruction on fast-paced schedule with multiple deliverables, overlapping timelinesManaged student team of 10+ to turn prototype into full, released game through 16-week production cycle, keeping project on schedule with burndown charts, prioritized task lists, and regular meeting cadencePromoted growth in junior team members’ coding and soft skills through group meetings, observation and coaching, and one-on-ones