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.

Hunter Haapala

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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.

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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.

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Language

English
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Work Experience

Augmented Reality Project Coordinator at Oakland University School of Nursing
February 1, 2025 - Present
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 at Oakland University
October 1, 2024 - December 1, 2024
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 at Oakland University
June 1, 2024 - September 1, 2024
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 at Oakland University
September 1, 2020 - December 1, 2024
High School Diploma at Walled Lake Northern
September 1, 2016 - June 1, 2020
HTML & Java Script Certification at Oakland School Technical Campus Northwest
September 1, 2019 - May 1, 2020

Qualifications

HTML & JavaScript Certification
September 1, 2019 - May 1, 2020

Industry Experience

Education, Healthcare, Software & Internet, Media & Entertainment