ABOUT ME

Hi, I'm Bill Davey. I am a Game Developer working on Nintendo DS, DSi and 3DS games at 1st Playable Productions in Troy, NY.

I graduated Summa Cum Laude from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (RPI) in May of 2010. I graduated with a dual major in Computer Science and Game and Simulations Arts and Sciences.

I have created games in C++, Python, Java and C#. I worked on games independently in high school, but once I got to RPI I started working on games in groups. I soon found that working on a game as part of a team was much more fulfilling and enjoyable than working on one independently.

At RPI, I worked with other students on games for the PC and Xbox 360 involving a variety of libraries including XNA, Pygame, Panda3D and WiiUse. While at RPI I had a total of 10 months of professional experience in Nintendo DS programming through co-ops and internships at 1st Playable Productions.

After leaving RPI I joined 1st Playable full time as a Game Developer. Through my coursework, independent projects and professional projects I have gained experience in a variety of disciplines within game development. I have worked on everything from complex UI systems to the core engine libraries used in the game.

I have also gained an understanding of game design itself and experience with a variety of programs used to generate artwork for games. Having this background while working at 1st Playable enables me to communicate more effectively with designers and artists in addition to fellow programmers.

Although I love making and playing video games, I feel a balance of other interests is important. I enjoy playing Basketball and Ultimate Frisbee. While at RPI I joined the Phi Mu Delta fraternity where I aquired an unexpected love for cooking. I always keep an eye out for new recipes to try.