Hunter Haapala

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Hi, I'm Hunter Haapala, a computer programmer with a Bachelor's in Computer Science.

About

Hi, I’m Hunter Haapala, a computer programmer with a Bachelor’s in Computer Science. I have 2 years of professional XR development experience, proficient with Unity and Unreal Engine, and I spearheaded a groundbreaking AR project for forensic nursing.
I’m eager to learn and develop software of all shapes and sizes, and I enjoy turning creative ideas into practical, user-friendly XR experiences.

  • 2 years' experience
  • Joined February 2026

Industry experience

  • Education
  • Healthcare
  • Software & Internet
  • Media & Entertainment

Work experience

Augmented Reality Project Coordinator · Oakland University School of NursingFeb 2025 – Present · 1 yr 10 mos

Designed, developed, and implemented a Mixed Reality experience for students, faculty, and current Forensic Nurses to refine and remind on a lower-body forensic exam. Led presentations to program leadership, receiving positive feedback and approval for continued development. Developed a gamified process utilizing Hand Tracking, Passthrough, and world anchor objects that can be modified, rotated, and accessed with clear instructions. Expanded program scope to include a Speculum exam.

Augmented Reality Project Intern · Oakland UniversityOct 2024 – Dec 2024 · 3 mos

Developed an MVP prototype to showcase in the Augmented Reality Center during an undergraduate internship. Presented and discussed program ideas, receiving positive feedback from the Augmented Reality Center and School of Forensic Nursing.

Augmented Reality Project Developer Assistant · Oakland UniversityJun 2024 – Sep 2024 · 4 mos

During a 3-month probationary period, spent time learning, planning, and designing a proof of concept (POC) for the heads of the Forensic Nursing program.

Education

Bachelor of Science in Computer Science · Oakland University2020 – 2024
High School Diploma · Walled Lake Northern2016 – 2020
HTML & Java Script Certification · Oakland School Technical Campus Northwest2019 – 2020

Certifications and awards

HTML & JavaScript Certification2019 – 2020

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