Masters student in game development at WPI with a strong foundation and broad interest in applications of computer science and mathematics.
EDUCATION
M.S. in Interactive Media and Game Development
August 2024 – May 2026
Worcester Polytechnic Institute, Worcester, MA
GPA: 4.0
B.S. in Applied Mathematics and Computer Science
September 2020 – May 2024
Brandeis University, Waltham, MA
TECHNICAL SKILLS
- Programming languages: Python, Java, C++, Unreal Engine Blueprints, GameMaker Language, MATLAB, iOS Shortcuts
- Game Engines & Tools: Unreal Engine, Unity, GameMaker Studio, Git/Github, Jira, MATLAB
EXPERIENCE
Artificial Intelligence for Interactive Media and Games – Teaching Assistant
Fall Semester, 2025
- Helped students understand AI concepts and how to apply them to games
AI Futures Seminar
May 2025 – August 2025
- Participated in a weekly non-credit faculty-run summer seminar through research and discussion
- Contributed multiple presentations analyzing the range of content produced by LLMs
Travelling With Taste (Unreal Engine) – Programmer
Spring Semester, 2025
https://codazen.itch.io/travelling-with-taste
- One of three programmers on a game in Unreal Engine using Blueprints
- Created unique movement mechanics as a playable suitcase
- Showcased at Pax East 2025
Hamster Ball Blitz (Unity) – Producer
Fall Semester, 2024
- Led a team to further develop an existing game, Hamster Ball Blitz (App Store & Google Play Store)
- Delegated tasks and held regular meetings and progress reports
PERSONAL PROJECTS
VVVVVV Code Modification and Interface Tool
- Learned and modified existing C++ code in the open-source game VVVVVV to create new features
- Created a framework for others to modify the game, approved by the developer
- Developed a tool in GameMaker Studio allowing for level editing and VVVVVV code import/export
Little Whamlings – Lead Programmer
2021 – 2024
Demo: https://littlewhammo.itch.io/littlewhammo
- Co-developing an online multiplayer puzzle game in GameMaker Studio
- Robust networking system to prevent latency from affecting the game
- Multiplayer-compatible level editor