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I'm Dylan Kirven, a dedicated game developer trained at the Academy of Interactive Entertainment. I excel in C#, C++, and concept implementation, with nine years of coding experience and two years of college collaborating on large projects with small teams. I focus on UI, AI, and solid implementation, and I pride myself on effective communication and teamwork. I thrive on turning design ideas into functional code, optimizing performance, and building tools to help level design and scripting.…I'm Dylan Kirven, a dedicated game developer trained at the Academy of Interactive Entertainment. I excel in C#, C++, and concept implementation, with nine years of coding experience and two years of college collaborating on large projects with small teams. I focus on UI, AI, and solid implementation, and I pride myself on effective communication and teamwork. I thrive on turning design ideas into functional code, optimizing performance, and building tools to help level design and scripting.

Stephen Dylan Kirven

Game Developer, Programmer, UI Designer, +3

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I'm Dylan Kirven, a dedicated game developer trained at the Academy of Interactive Entertainment. I excel in C#, C++, and concept implementation, with nine years of coding experience and two years of college collaborating on large projects with small teams. I focus on UI, AI, and solid implementation, and I pride myself on effective communication and teamwork. I thrive on turning design ideas into functional code, optimizing performance, and building tools to help level design and scripting.…I'm Dylan Kirven, a dedicated game developer trained at the Academy of Interactive Entertainment. I excel in C#, C++, and concept implementation, with nine years of coding experience and two years of college collaborating on large projects with small teams. I focus on UI, AI, and solid implementation, and I pride myself on effective communication and teamwork. I thrive on turning design ideas into functional code, optimizing performance, and building tools to help level design and scripting.

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I’m Dylan Kirven, a dedicated game developer trained at the Academy of Interactive Entertainment. I excel in C#, C++, and concept implementation, with nine years of coding experience and two years of college collaborating on large projects with small teams.

I focus on UI, AI, and solid implementation, and I pride myself on effective communication and teamwork. I thrive on turning design ideas into functional code, optimizing performance, and building tools to help level design and scripting.

Skills

C++

Game Design

Unity

Experience Level

Expert

Expert

Expert

Intermediate

Intermediate

Intermediate

Intermediate

Intermediate

Beginner

Beginner

Beginner

Beginner

Beginner

Beginner

Language

English

Fluent

Javanese

Intermediate

Work Experience

Student at Academy of Interactive Entertainment (AIE), Seattle, WA

August 1, 2023 - June 12, 2024

Proficient in C++ and C# programming language with a strong understanding of object-oriented programming. Created multiple games from concept to finish, built a custom C++ engine using OpenGL, and solved complex technical problems by optimizing game performance, memory usage, and frame rates. Developed AI systems for enemy NPCs using Finite State Machines and introduced new tools for level building and scripting. Translated design ideas into functional game code and collaborated in design meetings to innovate future content.

Student at Industrial Design Engineering Art High School (IDEA), Tacoma, WA

August 1, 2019 - June 30, 2023

Learned JavaScript and Java sufficient for game development. Developed foundational skills in art and game design supporting creative and technical growth.

Volunteer at Tacoma Rescue Mission, Tacoma, WA

February 1, 2022 - May 31, 2022

Demonstrated interpersonal skills by working collaboratively with other volunteers. Served meals at soup kitchens and food pantries, alleviating hunger in the community, and strengthened independent working abilities by completing assigned tasks without supervision.

Student Game Developer at Academy of Interactive Entertainment

August 1, 2023 - July 31, 2025

Proficient in C++ and C# programming with knowledge of object-oriented programming techniques. Created multiple games that can be played from start to finish. Built a custom C++ engine using OpenGL and other resources. Solved complex technical problems by identifying and addressing performance bottlenecks. Optimized game performance by analyzing memory usage, frame rate, and draw calls. Created AI system for enemy NPCs using Finite State Machines. Developed new tools and features to aid in level building and scripting. Translated design ideas into functional game code. Optimized code to ensure high performance on low-end hardware. Developed interpersonal abilities by working collaboratively with others.