Hello, I'm

Alex Da Vera Cruz

XR, Games, and Graphics Programmer

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Experience

Game Programmer @ Limbitless Solutions

Founder & President @ Graphics Programming Knights

Undergrad Research Assistant @ Graphics Lab UCF

Teaching Assistant @ UCF

Education

BS in Computer Science @ UCF (in progress)

Hello! My name is Alex, and I'm an undergrad at the University of Central Florida studying Computer Science. I have a passion for Game/XR Development and Computer Graphics Programming.

Currently, I'm working as a Programmer for the Games Team at Limbitless Solutions. In this and other experiences, I've developed skills working in Unity with C#, mainly working on projects related to extended reality and clinical research. I also have experience working in multiple research labs at my university, including Computer Graphics Research and more XR Development.

Several of My

Projects

Virtual Robot Simulation in VR

Description

A comprehensive VR simulation developed for Human Robot Interaction studies. Features realistic hand physics, item interaction systems, and advanced robot control mechanisms using Inverse Kinematics for natural movement patterns.

Technologies

Unity 3D C# VR SDK Inverse Kinematics Physics Simulation

Key Features

Realistic hand physics for natural interaction, advanced IK systems for robot movement, comprehensive game state management, and clinical research integration for HRI studies.

Scorching Sabotage

Description

A stealth-comedy game where you play as a waiter secretly adding hot sauce to customer orders to sabotage your annoying manager's restaurant reputation. Built during GameDev Knights Summer Jam 2024.

Technologies

Unity 3D C# Game Design AI Systems

Development

48-hour game jam project focusing on stealth mechanics, NPC AI behavior, and comedic gameplay elements. Emphasized clean code architecture and rapid prototyping skills.

Senses

Description

An atmospheric puzzle game exploring sensory perception and environmental storytelling. Won 5th place overall and 1st place in the theme category at GameDev Knights JointJam.

Technologies

Unity 3D C# 2D Lighting Shader Programming Audio Design

Achievements

Award-winning game jam entry showcasing advanced Unity systems including 2D lighting, atmospheric audio design, and innovative gameplay mechanics focused on sensory experience.

Run From Melting Ice!

Description

An educational game designed to help students prepare for the AP Environmental Science exam through interactive gameplay. Features 30 questions ranging from basic to advanced difficulty levels.

Technologies

Roblox Studio Lua 3D Modeling Educational Design

Educational Impact

Solo development project combining game development with environmental science education. Created all assets and programming systems from scratch, demonstrating full-stack game development skills.

Rat-Tide: Skirmish

Description

A tactical combat game featuring anthropomorphic rats in naval warfare scenarios. My first game jam experience, created during Texas Game Jam 2023 with a small development team.

Technologies

Godot Engine GDScript 2D Graphics Combat Systems

Learning Experience

Rapid skill development in new engine and programming language. Collaborative development experience with emphasis on quick iteration and creative problem-solving under tight time constraints.

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