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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.…

Hunter Haapala

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Programmer, Web Developer, Game Developer, +2

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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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Waterford, United States

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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Expert

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Expert

Expert

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Intermediate

Intermediate

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Intermediate

Language

English

Fluent

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.