About me
Biography
Hi, I'm Brandon Cole, a fourth year RIT student majoring in Game Design and Development. As a passionate developer, I bring a unique blend of creativity and technical expertise to every project I work on. Whether I'm developing an interactive web app or designing a captivating game my goal is always the same: to create digital experiences that leave a lasting impression on users.
With a background in game design and development, I've always been drawn to the intersection of creativity and technology. From programming in C++ to designing in Unity, I've honed my skills in a variety of tools and platforms. But more than anything, I'm driven by the desire to create compelling experiences that engage and delight users.
Whether I'm working on a website, game, or another digital experience, I bring my commitment to design excellence and user-centered thinking to every project I work on. I look forward to the opportunity to bring my skills and passion to your next project.
years coding
projects completed
LinkedIn Connections
Skills
HTML
CSS
JavaScript
TypeScript
C++
Python
C#
React
Angular
Node
NextJS
NextJS
NextAuth
JSON Web Token
RXJS
Axios
Express
Prisma ORM
MySQL
PostgreSQL
Mongoose
MongoDB
Socket.io
Amazon Web Services
Docker
Tailwind CSS
Vercel
Heroku
Unity
Unity
Visual Studio
VSCode
Git
JIRA
Career
2020 - Started at RIT
Bachelor of Science - Game Design and Development
2020-2024 | Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT)Related Courses: Data Structures and Algorithms I & II (C++), Rich Media Web App Development I (JavaScript), Interactive Media Development (C#), Computer Science I (Python)
2021 - Joined Sigma Chi
Brother - Sigma Chi
April 2, 2021 | Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT)Iniated into the Lambda Kappa Chapter of Sigma Chi at RIT. Relevant positions include Public Relations Chair, Historian, Diversity and Inclusion Chair, Judicial Board Juror, and IFC Delegate.
2023 - Joined GSA
Member - Gamma Sigma Alpha
2023 | Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT)Initiated into the Eta Chapter of Gamma Sigma Alpha at RIT. GSA is a National Greek Academic Honor Society that recognizes the academic accomplishments of fraternity and sorority members.
2023 - Co-op at Sandbox Union
Full Stack Co-op - Sandbox Union
July - December 2023 | Sandbox UnionSix-month co-op at Sandbox Union where I contributed to both frontend and backend facets of web application development. Collaborated with a diverse team to design, develop, and deploy web solutions for multiple clients. Used cutting-edge frameworks and technologies, streamlined version control with Git and GitFlow, and employed CI/CD pipelines for efficient project deliveries. Engaged actively in sprint planning and daily stand-ups, and effectively utilized Jira for project management and task tracking.
2023 - Project for Ideal Food Basket
Ideal Food Basket Internal PO System
October - December 2023 | FreelanceConnected by a brother from Sigma Chi, I developed an internal PO System for the 70-location grocery store chain Ideal Food Basket. This full-stack project involved using Angular for a responsive frontend and Express for robust backend functionality. I implemented a PostgreSQL database on AWS RDS, managed through Prisma ORM, to handle complex data efficiently. The system's deployment utilized Docker for consistency across environments and Heroku with CI/CD pipelines for scalable updates. I also integrated multi-level user authentication for enhanced security and role-specific access, ensuring a seamless and secure user experience for both store and administrative personnel. This project showcases my skills in both web application development and project management.