Hi, I'm Ruan Cantamessa
Unity / C# Developer at Enhearten Media • Game Development Specialist • Building immersive gaming experiences.
At a Glance
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About
Professional background in VR/XR development and industrial simulation.
I'm a Unity / C# Developer currently working at Enhearten Media PTY LTD on Sanctuary: Shattered Sun. I specialize in game development, system architecture, and creating engaging interactive experiences. My background includes extensive VR/XR development for industrial training simulations, giving me a unique perspective on immersive technology and user experience design.
Currently
- Developing Sanctuary: Shattered Sun at Enhearten Media PTY LTD
- Unity engine development and C# programming
- Game systems architecture and optimization
- Building advanced console & CLI experiences (CommandLine, VisualConsole)
Values
Professional Experience
Developing cutting-edge VR/XR training simulations and enterprise solutions.
Enhearten Media PTY LTD
Unity / C# Developer
Present • Game Development
Currently developing Sanctuary: Shattered Sun, a highly anticipated game project. Contributing to technical architecture, gameplay systems, and core development while collaborating with a dynamic team to deliver innovative gaming experiences.
Current Focus Areas
Core Development
- Unity engine development and optimization
- C# programming and system architecture
- Gameplay mechanics implementation
- Performance optimization and debugging
Technical Contributions
- Game systems design and implementation
- Code review and quality assurance
- Cross-platform compatibility
- Collaborative development workflows
Sanctuary: Shattered Sun
🎮 Game Development Project
Contributing to the development of a highly anticipated game project, focusing on technical excellence and innovative gameplay systems.
STS3D
VR/XR Simulation Developer
Previous • Mining Industry Training Solutions
Developed immersive VR and XR training simulations for high-risk mining operations, creating safe virtual environments for equipment training that traditionally required dangerous on-site experience.
Key Projects
🚛 VR Sandvik Dump Truck Simulator
Challenge: Training dump truck operators in dangerous underground mining environments posed significant safety risks and high costs.
Solution: Created a full-scale VR training simulator with physical cabinet integration, motion platform synchronization, and Arduino-based hardware communication.
🔧 XR Sandvik Bolter Simulator
Focus: Underground infrastructure stabilization through precise hydraulic arm control training.
Innovation: Mixed reality environment combining real physical controls with virtual mine environments, enabling hands-on learning without machinery access.
⛏️ XR Scaler Training System
Purpose: Safe training for scaling operations (removing loose rocks) before bolting procedures.
Features: Realistic rock physics, various formation types, and comprehensive safety hazard simulation.
Technical Innovations
🔄 Remote Version Control System
Eliminated 6-hour travel times for bug fixes by developing secure remote update deployment system.
🎨 Visual Scripting Framework
Created node-based procedure development tool, reducing training content creation time and enabling non-programmer contributions.
📱 IoT Touchscreen Integration
Developed real-time tablet interfaces for simulator cabinets, enhancing training realism and reducing hardware complexity.
Core Development Responsibilities
Simulation Engineering
- Vehicle physics and hydraulic system simulation
- Realistic environmental interactions (underground/surface)
- Hardware-software integration via Arduino systems
- Motion platform synchronization
Training Systems
- Mining procedure implementation based on industry guidelines
- Failure scenario development (brake failure, fire hazards)
- Performance tracking and detailed reporting systems
- User interface design for cabinet touchscreens
Technical Architecture
- Framework development and feature additions
- Legacy software maintenance and optimization
- Quality assurance collaboration with training facilitators
- Research and technical specification gathering
Technologies & Tools
Side Projects
Fun experiments, tools, and creative projects built in my spare time.
🎥 Video Projects
Unity VR Game Development
Exploring virtual reality game development with Unity, showcasing immersive gameplay mechanics and VR interaction systems.
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Game Development Showcase
Demonstration of game mechanics, systems design, and creative problem-solving in interactive entertainment.
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Technical Development
Deep dive into technical implementations, showcasing programming techniques and development workflows.
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Creative Development Project
Experimental project exploring creative coding, innovative solutions, and artistic programming concepts.
Watch Video →⚡ Code Projects
CommandLine
Advanced command-line interface library and tools for building powerful CLI applications with enhanced user experience.
MyRepo
Personal repository collection featuring various experiments, utilities, and development tools for different projects.
Hostify Public
Web hosting and deployment solution with modern architecture, designed for easy application hosting and management.
Discord Bot
Feature-rich Discord bot with moderation capabilities, automation tools, and community management functions.
Interested in collaborating on creative projects or have ideas to explore?
Check Out My GitHub →Skills & Tech
A practical toolkit used across projects.