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Aiden Knight

Aiden Knight

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About Me

I’m an enthusiastic games programmer with a solid background in programming and mathematics. Eager to contribute to video game development.

A strong foundation, and a proven record of self-motivation, organization, and problem-solving abilities both independently and collaboratively.


SKILLS

Experience in multiple languages including C++, C#, JavaScript, Go, and Python. Use of source control, primarily Git, and adept at using IDEs like Visual Studio and Visual
Studio Code.

Participated in several game jams as part of a small team. These included both 3D and 2D games created using the Unity engine. Contributing to the games improved my understanding of C#, the Unity API and game programming in general, as well as experience of leading and working within a team to meet the tight deadlines. These projects utilised Trello to help organise tasks.

View my portfolio projects filtered by skills or type of project:

  • C#
  • C++
  • Graphics
  • SDL
  • Unity
  • Game Jams
  • Personal Project
  • University Project

EDUCATION

University of Staffordshire (2022 – Current)

BSc (Hons) Computer Games Programming
▪ Currently holding a high-first for work in 1st and 2nd years.
▪ Took up demonstrator role in my final year to assist lecturers in level 4 tutorial sessions.

University of Bath (2020 – 2021)

BSc (Hons) Mathematical Sciences
▪ Completed level 4 to a 2:2 level of work during covid.

Penwith College, Cornwall (2018 – 2020)

▪ A-Levels: Mathematics: A, Further Mathematics: A, Physics: A, AS Computer Science: B


WORK EXPERIENCE

(2023) First and Last Inn, Sennen — Front of House

Worked in a pub in a popular tourist destination. Responsibilities included customer service, teamwork, communication, and time management.

(2020) Self Employed, Cornwall — Junior Developer

Worked on a visual note taking website intended for people with dyslexia. Specifically fixing bugs and integrating Stripe payments using JavaScript.

(2018 – 2020) 190 Degrees West, Sennen— Cashier

Over summer worked at my local fish bar providing good customer service.

(2017) Bluefruit Software, Redruth Cornwall — Work Experience

As part of a team, used a Raspberry PI and C for a weeklong Mission to Mars work experience, writing software for an Arduino based rover.


INTERESTS

Whilst at university I have enjoyed taking part in several societies. I enjoy the challenge of rock climbing. I’m active in a variety of Discord communities. I enjoy playing board games, video games and tabletop RPGs. I like problem solving in escape rooms and puzzles.

I recently explored my interest in chess and game development to create a playable version of chess that plays over a hexagonally tiled board. Inspired by a video I saw on Gliński’s hexagonal chess.

I enjoy listening to a range of music genres and often go to see live music.

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