Hey, I am

Matias Dure

a CMGT engineer student at Saxion University of Applied Science

About me

I enjoy learning about technology and creating valuable applications using code.


For me, the best part of coding is solving problems and the feeling after FINALLY fixing that one bug.


As a developer, I see every product as a building, where every line of code acts as a brick that holds the structure together. Admiring the finalized product is what keeps me motivated to create even more.

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Game Dev Projects

vr-fire-training-simulation

Timeframe:

3 weeks

Team:

6 members (2 artists, 2 designers, 2 engineers)

Technologies:

  • Unity
  • XR Toolkit
  • C#
  • Visual Studio Community
  • Git/Github

About:

This interactive experience places users in a realistic fire scenario, guiding them through crucial decision-making processes. From identifying exit routes to employing fire extinguishers, participants navigate each step of the emergency response, preparing them for the event of a real fire.
runner-game

Timeframe:

24 hrs

Team:

2 members (2 engineers)

Technologies:

  • Unity
  • C#
  • Visual Studio Community
  • Git/Github

About:

Global Game Jam creation: 'Rooted' - an infinite runner where you dodge obstacles themed around roots. Test your reflexes in this fast-paced adventure.
ghost-game

Timeframe:

2 weeks

Team:

6 members (2 artists, 2 designers, 2 engineers)

Technologies:

  • Processing
  • Java
  • Processing IDE

About:

A point-and-click mystery game from my first year of study. Play as a ghost investigating your own murder. Uncover hidden clues, eavesdrop on characters, and solve the puzzle of your murder.
puzzle-game

Timeframe:

2 weeks

Team:

7 members (3 artists, 2 designers, 2 engineers)

Technologies:

  • Custom game engine "GXP"
  • C#
  • Visual Studio Community
  • Git/Github/GitKraken

About:

Another project from my first year of study. A physics based game twist inspired by the classic wooden maze. Guide two alien disks through space-themed challenges, correctly positioning without getting either stuck. A solo adventure with a gravitational puzzle and obstacles to solve.
invaders-game

Timeframe:

3 weeks

Team:

Me

Technologies:

  • Custom game engine "GXP"
  • C#
  • Visual Studio Community
  • Git/Github/GitKraken
  • JSON

About:

A platformer game created during the second quartile of my first year. Take on the role of a superhero on a leveling journey, unlocking powerful skills as you go through thrilling challenges.
kuroko-basket-game

Timeframe:

3 weeks

Team:

Me

Technologies:

  • Processing
  • Processing IDE
  • Java

About:

Create during the first quartile of my first year. A point-and-click visual novel based on Kuroko no Basket. Choose characters, schools, and decide your fate with different paths leading to unique endings. Your journey, your story, your adventure.
arcade-game

Timeframe:

2 weeks

Team:

5 members (2 artists, 2 designers, 1 engineer)

Technologies:

  • Custom game engine "GXP"
  • C#
  • Visual Studio Community
  • Tiled
  • Arduino
  • C++

About:

A project created during my first year. As the sole engineer I was tasked with developing a custom controller using arduino and programming the game within a custom game engine. The game is a multiplayer showdown between Greek and Egyptian gods. Dodge obstacles, unleash timed special skills, and compete to outlast your opponent in this mythological race.
card-game

Timeframe:

2 days

Team:

Me

Technologies:

  • Unity
  • C#
  • Visual Studio Community

About:

A UI/UX prototype crafted using Unity and C#.

Web Dev Projects

weather app

Timeframe:

24 hrs

Team:

Me

Technologies:

  • HTML5
  • CSS3
  • JavaScript
  • Visual Studio Code
  • Git/Github
  • weather API (OpenWeatherMap)
  • fetch API
  • GitHub pages hosting

About:

Developed a weather app website using the Weather API, focusing on practicing async coding skills through the implementation of await/async techniques. The project was built to practice fetching real-time weather data, showcasing my knowledge in handling asynchronous operations.
Project for TZA

Timeframe:

Ongoing

Team:

4 members (2 designers, 2 engineers)

Technologies:

  • Visual Studio Code
  • Git/Github
  • EJS
  • CSS3
  • JavaScript
  • MongoDB
  • Mongoose
  • NodeJS
  • Express
  • Railway Hosting (development)

About:

As the lead full-stack developer in an intern-driven project at GameLab Oost, I'm using EJS, CSS, JavaScript, Node.js, Express, MongoDB, and Mongoose to create a web app to guide healthcare employees in implementing tech to improve efficiency on the field.
CV creator app

Timeframe:

Ongoing

Team:

Me

Technologies:

  • Visual Studio Code
  • Git/Github
  • HTML5
  • CSS3
  • React
  • JavaScript
  • Netlify hosting

About:

Currently developing a CV creator web app with React, HTML, and CSS, utilizing controlled inputs and states for a hands-on practice. Includes the ability to export the final result as a PDF using the jsPDF library. Hosted on Netlify for easy accessibility.
Grocery list app

Timeframe:

2 days

Team:

Me

Technologies:

  • Visual Studio Code
  • Git/Github
  • HTML5
  • CSS3
  • React
  • JavaScript
  • Local Storage
  • Netlify hosting

About:

Developed a grocery list app using React, incorporating local storage for data persistence. Hosted on Netlify for easy accessibility.
Personal diary app

Timeframe:

5 days

Team:

Me

Technologies:

  • Visual Studio Code
  • Git/Github
  • JavaScript
  • EJS
  • CSS3
  • NodeJS
  • Express
  • MongoDB
  • Mongoose
  • Railway hosting

About:

Created a personal library app with Node.js, Express, MongoDB, Mongoose, EJS, and CSS, hosted on Railway. The purpose of this project was to practice CRUD operations with Mongoose, as well as user authentication using the libraries bcrypt and Passport.
todo list app

Timeframe:

3 days

Team:

Me

Technologies:

  • Visual Studio Code
  • Git/Github
  • HTML5
  • CSS3
  • JavaScript
  • GitHub pages hosting

About:

Created a simple todo list app using HTML, CSS, and JS, with browser cookies to ensuring data persistence.
rock paper scissors game

Timeframe:

2 hrs

Team:

Me

Technologies:

  • Visual Studio Code
  • Git/Github
  • HTML5
  • CSS3
  • JavaScript
  • GitHub pages hosting

About:

Developed a rock-paper-scissors game against a bot using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript, with a focus on practicing JavaScript classes and code conventions.
Calculator app

Timeframe:

2 days

Team:

Me

Technologies:

  • Visual Studio Code
  • Git/Github
  • HTML5
  • CSS3
  • JavaScript
  • GitHub pages hosting

About:

Built a calculator web app using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript, to practice JavaScript classes and code quality.
coming soon

About:

This section will be displaying the web development projects I have worked on.

Technologies used in projects:

  • HTML5
  • CSS3
  • Vanilla JavaScript
  • React
  • NodeJs
  • Express
  • MongoDB
  • Mongoose
  • EJS

Some additions in different projects:

  • User auth
  • API implementation
  • Fetch API
  • Axios
  • Server side rendering
  • Client side rendering
  • CRUD operations
  • Data persistancy