Joshua Zack
Cincinnati, Ohio | 513-212-3246 | joshua.mark.zack@gmail.com
https://github.com/Quiltic | https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshua-zack-3662041b1
SKILLS
Extensive Experience with
- Python 14 years
- C#
- JavaScript
- Git
- C++
- Backend Development
- Game Design
Additional Skills
- Web Design and Development
- Microsoft Office Programs
- Agile Teams
- DevOps
- Quick Learner
- FastAPI
- MySQL
EDUCATION
Master of Engineering in Computer Science - University of Cincinnati
3.8 GPA
2024 - Expected Summer 2026
Major Classes Taken:
- Advanced Topics in NLP
- Intro to Medical Informatics
- Intro to Functional Genomics
Bachelor of Science in Computer Science - University of Cincinnati
3.7 GPA
2018 - 2023
- Honors Diploma
- Cum Laude
EMPLOYMENT EXPERIENCE
Software + Solutions Co-op
Kinetic Vision - Jan 2022 - Aug 2022
- Produced a variety of software products for clients based on business specifications.
- Handled documentation of newly developed and previously made development projects.
- Researched new tools and software for both the company and clients.
- Maintained software suites for long term maintenance of client software.
- Worked in small Agile teams to create new or updated products from scratch.
Software Developer for API/APX Team Co-op
London Computer Systems May - 2021 - Aug 2021
- Developed and updated API modules for internal and external use by other developers.
- Created developer tools that enabled faster and cleaner code production.
- Implemented robust workflow tools to quickly review and update outdated >20 year old C# code.
- Worked in an Agile team to debug and improve newly implemented API modules.
Quality Assurance for API/APX Team Co-op
London Computer Systems - Aug 2020 - Dec 2020
- Tested and evaluated tools made for API web connection to the main product.
- Worked in an Agile team environment to alleviate issues remotely and in person.
- Tested and debugged main development products and tools.
- Conducted code reviews with developers to resolve bugs and errors.
Developer Co-op
SIEMENS - Jan 2020 - May 2020
- Created and enhanced backend tools for other developers.
- Collaborated in a global team environment.
Student Developer
UCSIM Center for Simulations & Virtual Environments Research - May 2019 - Aug 2019
- Created and developed virtual and augmented demos for use of showcases.
- Worked on creating 360° videos of Cincinnati’s 2019 Blink event.
- Made critical decisions within a very small company setting.
- Developed new Artificial Reality technologies for the Magic Leap AR goggles.
CURRENT PROJECTS
Wanderer’s Way: A TRPG - Aug 2023 - Present
- A Tabletop RPG game (similar to Dungeons & Dragons) with an emphasis on simplicity and character creation freedom.
- Creating a database using MySQL for use of ease of updates for Traits, Spells, and Items.
- Using an API made with FastAPI for connecting the database to the Website.
- Working with a partner to create a custom made Website for ease of sharing and updating.
- Garnering consistent feedback through small group interactions.
Multiplayer Mixed Reality for Learning: Master’s Capstone - Jan 2026 - Present
- Utilizes multiple Meta Quest systems to provide a shared augmented reality experience.
- Written in Unity and Unreal for comparison.
- Current scope is to demonstrate geological specimens with no physical objects to allow for easier viewing and explanations.
- Designed for simple setup, connection, augmentation, and usage.
ACCOLADES
University of Cincinnati’s Dean’s List - 2018 - 2023
Boy Scouts of America: Eagle Scout Rank - 2009 - 2019
National Honor Society - 2016 - 2018
DOWNLOAD
For a downloadable version of my resume go to https://docs.google.com/document/d/1KKvn2Rq8OY7krIi0q8pD0fYoJQ-xF-2i/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=104286431396334708668&rtpof=true&sd=true.