<ul><li>Rendered text to a hidden canvas, sampled that to create a dot matrix and animated the dots on hover.</li><li>Animated components using 3D CSS.</li><li>Optimised caching using the Next.js App Router.</li><li>Sourced data from a WPGraphQL backend which I also maintained.</li></ul>

Senior Frontend Developer

<ul><li>Enhanced Unity scene interactivity by integrating OpenAI capabilities.</li><li>Optimized Unity scenes for low-performance devices, improving overall efficiency and usability.</li><li>Connected web and Unity applications using a RESTful/WebSocket backend for seamless integration.</li><li>Developed and tested an AR treasure hunt prototype to assess feasibility and user experience.</li><li>Re-branded and adapted an existing web app for a new application, ensuring smooth transition and functionality.</li><li>Contributed to the development and deployment of a large-scale virtual event platform.</li><li>Simplified and optimized a complex React application, improving performance and maintainability.</li><li>Implemented Stripe integration for secure and efficient payment processing.</li></ul>Projects: <a href="https://dotdot.studio/project/digital-buskers">Digital Buskers</a> · <a href="https://dotdot.studio/project/persona">Persona</a> · <a href="https://popup.ing/">POPUP</a> · Stash · <a href="https://dotdot.studio/project/a-pathway-of-stories">Te Ara Pūrākau</a>Contracts: Feb 2023 – May 2023 · Feb 2024 – May 2024

Senior Developer

<ul><li>Implemented Octana to facilitate CMS-based website development (e.g. Contentful) for multiple websites, streamlining integration.</li><li>Quickly learned, applied, and suggested improvements to an in-house open-source library, simplifying its usage.</li></ul>Projects: <a href="https://octana.io/">Octana</a>Contracts: Aug 2023 – Nov 2023

<ul><li>Integrated with payment APIs for secure and efficient transaction processing.</li><li>Visualized complex data sets using HighCharts for improved data interpretation and decision-making.</li><li>Adapted a web app to support both light and dark themes, enhancing user experience and accessibility.</li><li>Implemented role-based access control, dividing web app sections based on user permissions.</li><li>Implemented Octana to facilitate CMS-based website development (e.g. Contentful) for multiple websites, streamlining integration.</li><li>Maintained and managed multiple websites built on diverse CMS platforms, ensuring correct designs and functionality.</li></ul>Projects: F&amp;P Delivery · F&amp;P Surefit · <a href="https://www.apolinargroup.com/impact-stories/open-country">Fixed Milk Price</a> · <a href="https://www.apolinargroup.com/impact-stories/iplex">iPlex Pipelines Customer Portal</a> · <a href="https://octana.io/">Octana</a> · Websites · <a href="https://www.apolinargroup.com/impact-stories/world-vision">World Vision Website &amp;amp;amp; Web App</a>Contracts: Oct 2019 – Oct 2020 · Feb 2021 – Apr 2021 · Oct 2022 – Jan 2023

<ul><li>Accurately converted highly stylized Figma designs into responsive web applications.</li><li>Created dynamic user experiences by implementing animated transitions and interactive elements.</li><li>Ensured fast response times by implementing static props in Next.js, enhancing page load speeds and overall performance.</li></ul>Projects: Flags for Ukraine · <a href="https://mistakereport.state.co.nz/">Mistake Report</a> · <a href="https://tallymypost.state.co.nz/">Tally My Post</a>Contracts: Feb 2022 – Apr 2022

<ul><li>Simplified caching by leveraging built-in Android and iOS HTTP caches.</li><li>Enhanced map and drawer component interactions for a more seamless user experience.</li><li>Optimized map performance to ensure smoother and faster navigation.</li><li>Strengthened authentication and permission flows, ensuring resilience across both Android and iOS platforms.</li></ul>Projects: <a href="https://at.govt.nz/bus-train-ferry/journey-planner">AT Journey Planner</a> · <a href="https://at.govt.nz/bus-train-ferry/more-services/at-mobile-app">AT Mobile</a>Contracts: Apr 2021 – Aug 2021

<ul><li>Augmented a Candy Crush clone with interactive messages to check in on users&#x27; well-being.</li><li>Integrated Google Sheets as a data source for dynamically managing and updating messages.</li><li>Re-skinned and adapted the functionality of an existing project to align it to its new use case.</li></ul>Projects: <a href="https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34691753">Match Emoji</a>Contracts: Dec 2020 – Mar 2021

Game Developer

<ul><li>Implemented driving range gameplay and custom physics for a realistic experience.</li><li>Projected a ball image onto a pre-rendered 3D background, integrating dynamic visuals with static elements.</li><li>Integrated a gaming experience seamlessly within a larger platform, enhancing overall user engagement and functionality.</li></ul>Projects: Driving Range GameContracts: Sep 2020 – Oct 2020

<ul><li>Built and maintained static websites using a range of CMS platforms, ensuring consistent performance and up-to-date content.</li><li>Used ITCSS and BEM for scalable and maintainable CSS.</li></ul>Projects: WebsitesContracts: Jun 2019 – Aug 2019

Senior Front End Developer

I participated in the &#x27;work as meditation&#x27; program at the OSHO International Meditation Resort.<ul><li>Automated the tedious process of importing images into Magento with a Python script, streamlining workflow efficiency.</li><li>Upgraded the image importing process to a full .NET web application for enhanced functionality and scalability.</li><li>Orchestrated video encoding to HLS/DASH streaming formats using large AWS instances, optimizing video delivery and performance.</li></ul>Projects: Image Generator and Magento Importer · OSHO Evening MeetingVolunteer dates: Nov 2014 – Feb 2015 · Jan 2016 – Mar 2016 · Oct 2016 – Nov 2016 · Dec 2016 – Mar 2017 · Dec 2018 – Jan 2019

Volunteer

<ul><li>Visualized data effectively using HighCharts, enabling clear and interactive data presentations.</li><li>Integrated internal and external services, providing a unified and consistent API across all platforms.</li></ul>Projects: myBNCContracts: Mar 2018 – Jun 2018 · Oct 2018 – Nov 2018

<ul><li>Rendered pixel art clearly across various resolutions, including implementing parallax effects for enhanced depth.</li><li>Animated pixel art sprites to bring characters and environments to life.</li><li>Developed gameplay for a 2D side-scroller, incorporating movement, base-building elements, and ranged combat with AI agents.</li><li>Implemented AI agents with multiple prioritized goals to create complex and responsive in-game behaviors.</li><li>Designed and implemented card game mechanics and gameplay features.</li><li>Simplified and optimized game code to improve performance and maintainability.</li><li>Integrated with and implemented a GameSparks backend for robust game management and functionality.</li><li>Created responsive menus to ensure a seamless user experience across different devices.</li><li>Integrated achievements, stats, and daily challenges to enhance player engagement and retention.</li></ul>Projects: MyPark · <a href="http://redfoxgamestudio.com/nakomo-kingdom-td">Nakomo Kingdom TD</a> · <a href="http://redfoxgamestudio.com/solitaireclassic">Solitaire Classic</a>Contracts: Jul 2016 – Sep 2016 · Nov 2016 – Dec 2016 · Jun 2017 – Dec 2017

Senior Game Developer

<ul><li>Rewrote multiple Disney games in C++ using an in-house engine to port them to Windows Store/Phone.</li><li>Ported various C++ games and applications using in-house engines to Windows Store/Phone platforms.</li><li>Extended an OpenGL to Direct3D translation layer to facilitate ports to Windows Store/Phone.</li><li>Developed and maintained cross-platform mobile apps, native mobile apps, web apps, Unity apps, and RESTful backends.</li><li>Built and managed projects from scratch as a solo full-stack developer.</li><li>Compressed video using C for Android (NDK) to optimize performance.</li><li>Enabled communication between Android devices and Arduino for integrated functionality.</li><li>Controlled LED light shows using Arduino, creating dynamic visual effects.</li><li>Developed a custom build tool, RDMake, to streamline and simplify builds across multiple tech stacks.</li></ul>Projects: AR App for Music Festival · <a href="https://www.artrage.com/artrage-touch-released-win-8-1-devices">ArtRage Touch</a> · <a href="https://www.asb.co.nz/blog/2017/06/touch-pause-donate-.html">ASB: Touch, pause... donate!</a> · <a href="https://ninjakiwi.com/Games/Mobile/Battle-Panic-Mobile.html">Battle Panic</a> · Chat Bot · Check-in App · <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qYp_GpQSOsI">Disney Hidden Worlds</a> · <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fBkerY825H4">Disney Words of Wonder</a> · Dynamic Photo Mosaic · Heineken LIVE · Jelly Car 3 · Monteith&#x27;s MeatPack Hunt · Taggify · <a href="https://stoppress.co.nz/news/tvnz-mastermind">TVNZ Mastermind</a> · Virtual CatalogContracts: Feb 2014 – Oct 2014 · Feb 2015 – May 2015 · Mar 2016 – Jul 2016 · Sep 2016 – Oct 2016 · Mar 2017 – May 2017

<ul><li>Proposed and implemented technical roadmap tasks to enhance Sonata Web, driving significant improvements.</li><li>Trained developers in web technologies, elevating team proficiency and productivity.</li><li>Established expertise as the leading Sonata Web developer before my first departure.</li><li>Maintained and streamlined a workflow engine for Sonata, optimizing performance and usability.</li><li>Provided training for developers on the workflow engine, ensuring effective utilization and maintenance.</li><li>Recognized as the foremost expert in workflow development upon my second departure.</li></ul>Projects: <a href="https://www.bravurasolutions.com/service/sonata">Sonata Web</a> · <a href="https://www.bravurasolutions.com/service/sonata">Sonata Workflow Engine</a>Contracts: Aug 2015 – Dec 2015Employments: Feb 2011 – Aug 2012

<ul><li>Customized and extended Maximo</li><li>Integrated with Oracle Apps, SAP and others</li><li>Worked unsupervised and on-site with clients</li><li>Delegated work to three other developers</li><li>When I left I was the senior Maximo developer in the Canadian HQ office</li></ul>Projects: <a href="https://www.ibm.com/products/maximo">Maximo</a>Employments: Dec 2005 – Mar 2008 · Feb 2009 – Mar 2010

Senior Developer, Technical Consultant

<ul><li>Advised on Maximo best practices and solutions to optimize implementation and performance.</li><li>Customized and extended Maximo to tailor the system to specific client needs.</li><li>Delegated tasks and managed the work of two developers to ensure project success and efficiency.</li></ul>Projects: <a href="https://www.ibm.com/products/maximo">Maximo</a>Contracts: Nov 2008 – Jan 2009

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Senior developer with 17 years of experience

Gyan

Inspired by Sebastian Lague’s Coding Adventures; this is a navigable, procedurally generated 3D solar system with orbital mechanics. It uses my simple, procedural, performant and data-oriented game engine called 'ludo'.

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