Mohammad Rafiq

Junior Developer

Personal Info

A driven developer with a strong foundation in C++, Python, and databases. Currently hands-on with Rust, Nix, and Docker Compose, and excited to contribute to innovative, open-source development.

AddressSingapore, Singapore

Work Experience

VR Developer
  • Developed XR training/showcase simulations using Unity and C# for enterprise clients such as Procter & Gamble and Ngee Ann Polytechnic.
  • Utilized Meta Quest 2, Hololens 2 and Azure Kinect to create immersive simulations with realistic haptic feedback.
Freelance
Desktop Technician
  • Delivered on-site hardware and software troubleshooting, repair, and configuration services for Windows-based desktops and laptops, ensuring optimal device functionality.
  • Provided on-demand technical support to a wide range of clients (approximately 100), offering specialized troubleshooting, diagnostics, software configuration, and custom PC builds tailored to individual needs.
XtremaxPresent
Network Operations Centre
  • Spearheaded initiatives in automation and optimization following ITILv4 principles, utilizing VBA for Excel spreadsheet organization, Python for Jira automation, and Javascript for day-to-day ticketing tasks.
  • Conducted round-the-clock monitoring and diagnosis of website downtimes and defacement for a website hosting company using AWS.

Education

Game Development & Technology
Nanyang PolytechnicDiploma
Notable Courses:
  • Strong foundational knowledge in data structures and algorithms using C and C++.
  • Developed full games using OpenGL and Unity with a focus on multithreaded workloads and low-level graphics programming.
Computer Science
University of LondonBSc(Hons)
Notable Courses:
  • Studied three tier web architecture with Django and Node with both relational and NoSQL databases.
  • Developed data science and machine learning workflows with Python using Jupyter notebooks.

Publications

Perspective-Taking in Virtual Reality and Reduction of Biases against Minorities
MDPI

A study found that experiencing workplace microaggressions as an ethnic minority avatar in VR, regardless of whether participants focused on emotions or thoughts, improved perceptions towards minority groups, with self-presence moderating the effect.

Awards

Finalist
Singapore Games Creation Competition

Awarded for being one of the finalists in a two month game jam conducted by Nanyang Polytechnic.