Epic project management final. All done in Minecraft
The goal was to learn Agile-Scrum based techniques in constructing some interesting digital project.
Over the course of 5 weeks, my team and I built a scale replica of the University of Washington campus(Fountain, Red Square, Quad) in minecraft.
Here are the files if anyone wants to continue where we left off. Minecraft Files
University of Washington Spring 2012 cherry blossoms. A sample picture taken from a custom camera zipline.
A new site developed as an image gallery for displaying internet memes.
Mike’s Amazing Cakes website redesign. Visit here to view hosted redesign.
February and March profile picture of Olympic Hot Tub. Font is called “Channel”. Great glyph.
Washington Gold Casinos wanted their Facebook pages redesigned for an upcoming relaunching. wagoldcasinos.com
Update: Live!
| Christopher Nguyen | Contact | ||
| Cell : 425-686-8641 | Seattle Washington | ||
| http://christopher-nguyen.com | e-mail : chris480@uw.edu | ||
Profile
?Adept in solving creative technical problems and providing practical solutions to business objectives.
?Experienced in developing smart, innovative solutions for the ever-evolving user needs.
?Skilled in using existing procedures and structures, while creating scalability for future design.
Skill and Qualifications
Proficient with a vast collection of technologies, including:
| Adobe CS Tools | Programing | MS Office-Specialist | IT Services | Wireframe/Testing |
| Photoshop, | Java, HTML, | Word, Excel, | Repair/installation, | Axure, Balsamiq, |
| Illustrator, | JS(Jquery, | PowerPoint | Support Helpdesk | Survey Monkey, |
| Fireworks | Prototype), PHP | paper prototyping | ||
Education
2008 to June 2012 University of Washington - Core GPA of 3.6
B.S. Human Centered Design Engineering: Human Computer Interaction
Studying Technical Writing, User Experience, and Interaction Design Developing a proper understanding of user needs and design Implementing critical analytical research techniques
Uses wireframe, personas, storyboards, and more techniques in design projects
Work Experience
| Social Freedom Inc: Social Media Manager-intern | Spring 2012 |
?Utilized social media as a proactive and reactive means of marketing
?Enhanced several clients’ online presence using social media
?Graphic design for several clients such as Brad Owen (Lt. Gov)
HCDE Research Project
?Worked with Prof. Mark Zachry on building tools for Genre Ecology Models
?Learned important aspects of User Testing and Interview process
?Built a PHP web gallery so users can submit and comment on images
?Co-Author in research paper
University of Washington Library IT Service
?Deployed and maintained Library computers (~1200 machines)
?Assisted Library staff with computer related problems
?Wrote up instructions and documentation on Staff only website
Freelance Graphic/Web/UI Design
?Logos, business cards, posters for a wide range of clients
?Simple user friendly webpages for small business and events
?Web application design and implantation
Spring 2011
2010 – 2012
Activities and Interests
An Objective UW – Philosophy club
Active member of UW philosophy Club
Flyer design on club activity and special events
Event coordination of guest speakers coming to the UW
Achievements and Awards
2011 Co-Authored in ACM SIGDOC’11 article “Designing a system to create a community” 2008 Juanita High Tech student of the year
2008 Designed an informational pamphlet used in Lake Washington School District
Email: Chris480@uw.edu
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