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Hi! I'm Igor Bessa, a passionate Computer Science student specializing in Computer Game Design at the University of California Santa Cruz. I love combining programming and creative game design skills to build engaging and innovative game experiences. I’ve worked on team projects prototyping, designing, developing, and releasing games on platforms like Steam and enjoy refining my skills with each new challenge. In addition to game development, I bring solid experience with various programming languages like C++, Python, and TypeScript, and I'm proficient with Unity. I’m also experienced in collaborating with teams and helping others succeed, as shown through my role as a peer advisor. I'm excited to continue learning and growing professionally in the game industry and beyond.…Hi! I'm Igor Bessa, a passionate Computer Science student specializing in Computer Game Design at the University of California Santa Cruz. I love combining programming and creative game design skills to build engaging and innovative game experiences. I’ve worked on team projects prototyping, designing, developing, and releasing games on platforms like Steam and enjoy refining my skills with each new challenge. In addition to game development, I bring solid experience with various programming languages like C++, Python, and TypeScript, and I'm proficient with Unity. I’m also experienced in collaborating with teams and helping others succeed, as shown through my role as a peer advisor. I'm excited to continue learning and growing professionally in the game industry and beyond.

Igor Bessa

Game Developer, Game Designer, Programmer, +2

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Hi! I'm Igor Bessa, a passionate Computer Science student specializing in Computer Game Design at the University of California Santa Cruz. I love combining programming and creative game design skills to build engaging and innovative game experiences. I’ve worked on team projects prototyping, designing, developing, and releasing games on platforms like Steam and enjoy refining my skills with each new challenge. In addition to game development, I bring solid experience with various programming languages like C++, Python, and TypeScript, and I'm proficient with Unity. I’m also experienced in collaborating with teams and helping others succeed, as shown through my role as a peer advisor. I'm excited to continue learning and growing professionally in the game industry and beyond.…Hi! I'm Igor Bessa, a passionate Computer Science student specializing in Computer Game Design at the University of California Santa Cruz. I love combining programming and creative game design skills to build engaging and innovative game experiences. I’ve worked on team projects prototyping, designing, developing, and releasing games on platforms like Steam and enjoy refining my skills with each new challenge. In addition to game development, I bring solid experience with various programming languages like C++, Python, and TypeScript, and I'm proficient with Unity. I’m also experienced in collaborating with teams and helping others succeed, as shown through my role as a peer advisor. I'm excited to continue learning and growing professionally in the game industry and beyond.

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Hi! I’m Igor Bessa, a passionate Computer Science student specializing in Computer Game Design at the University of California Santa Cruz. I love combining programming and creative game design skills to build engaging and innovative game experiences. I’ve worked on team projects prototyping, designing, developing, and releasing games on platforms like Steam and enjoy refining my skills with each new challenge.

In addition to game development, I bring solid experience with various programming languages like C++, Python, and TypeScript, and I’m proficient with Unity. I’m also experienced in collaborating with teams and helping others succeed, as shown through my role as a peer advisor. I’m excited to continue learning and growing professionally in the game industry and beyond.

Skills

Experience Level

Expert

Expert

Expert

Intermediate

Intermediate

Language

English

Fluent

Portuguese

Advanced

Spanish; Castilian

Advanced

Work Experience

Peer Advisor at Baskin Engineering Undergraduate Advising

September 1, 2023 - June 14, 2024

Worked in a team of peer advisors to assist students and facilitate university processes. Efficiently answered student questions regarding complex university policies and processes. Created academic plans and performed graduation checks to help students meet their academic goals. Coordinated with other peer and staff advisors to assist a high volume of students promptly. Maintained productivity by familiarizing with various major pathways and school policies during slow working hours. Facilitated effective communication among students and staff advisors, promoting an efficient advising environment.

Cashier/Closing Staff at Twin Peaks Pizza and Pasta, SF

June 1, 2022 - September 30, 2023

Worked as a cashier and a member of the closing staff to efficiently and accurately assist customers. Efficiently assisted customers with transactions in a busy restaurant environment. Handled closing duties such as cleaning the dining area, counting money, closing registers, and closing the restaurant. Multitasked to take orders and assist customers in person, online, and over the phone. Effectively utilized the POS to maintain an efficient workflow. Collaborated with other cashiers and staff to efficiently help customers. Took on extra duties in the kitchen when necessary. Assisted customers with strong customer service skills.