kumaran nathan
Computer Science graduate from University of Michigan.
about
I'm a Computer Science graduate from the University of Michigan with a passion for full-stack development, UI/UX design, and emerging technologies. My experience spans across web development, AR/VR applications, and data analytics. I've worked with companies like Snapchat and led development teams at WolverineSoft, where I've built everything from financial analytics dashboards to computer vision systems.
My technical expertise includes React, TypeScript, Python, and AWS, with a strong focus on creating user-centered solutions that drive measurable business impact. I'm always excited to tackle new challenges and collaborate on innovative projects that push the boundaries of technology.
Check out my game development portfolio
here.
experience
Freelance Developer
Full Stack DeveloperFull-stack development with real-time booking systems and 45% increase in client bookings.
Frontend Web Developer & Designer
EinNel TechnologiesInteractive dashboards and KPI visualization systems boosting operational efficiency by 35%.
AR & Digital Developer
SnapchatAR lenses with 20,000+ views and 13% user retention increase.
UI/UX & QA Department Lead
WolverineSoftLed 20+ member team for Steam-published game with 15+ modular UI systems.
projects
TennisCV
End-to-end computer vision pipeline to detect, track, and analyze player movements, ball speed, court key points, and shot metrics from tennis match videos using custom-trained YOLOv8/V5 and CNN models with real-time analytics dashboard.
DanceAR
AR-powered fitness platform leveraging Streamlit, OpenCV, and MediaPipe to compare dance moves with benchmark videos in real-time. Features live scoring, performance insights, and secure Firebase authentication with role-based access.
SmartReview
AI-powered Chrome extension using Google Gemini AI to analyze and summarize Amazon product reviews, helping users make informed purchasing decisions efficiently. Implemented secure proxy server architecture and built robust review extraction system.
StudyAI
AI-powered learning platform using Next.js and TypeScript that leverages multiple AI APIs to generate flashcards and quizzes, reducing study preparation time by 40%. Features real-time collaboration and OAuth authentication.
JobSim VR
Corporate life simulator featuring NPCs with dynamic behaviors, head-tracking, movement, and dialogue. Designed 'Severance'-inspired Macrodata Refinement Room with interactable components and immersive VR environment. Featured in UMich Game Design Showcase.
AnnArborGo
Location-based AR game promoting environmental stewardship through virtual tree planting, landmark exploration, and eco-defense mechanics. Features Environmental Achievement Recognition System with eco-medals, GPS landmark navigation, interactive history reveals, and dynamic squirrel encounters requiring strategic acorn-throwing defense.
Soul of the Forest
Directed UI/UX department for commercial game development, establishing development timelines using Jira, Confluence, and Git. Led comprehensive playtesting and implemented menu designs using Figma, C# Scripts, and Unity Game Engine.
skills
Frontend
Backend & Data
AI & Computer Vision
Tools & Design
get in touch
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