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Algorithms Developer
Barcelona, Spain
Toptal member since August 30, 2013
Bio
Agustin is a self-starter, a hands-on developer who loves innovation and technology. To him, software development is not just a job but also a hobby and a passion. He is an excellent communicator and an enthusiastic learner.
Portfolio
Simulation Plus (via Toptal)
Microsoft Visual Studio, Design Patterns, OOP Designs, Qt, C++17, C++
Ontario Die International (via Toptal)
Algorithms, C++, Google Test, Linux, Boost, CMake, Robot Operating System (ROS)
Hubert Burda Media Holding KG
Linux, Extensions, Big Data, MapReduce, Security, JavaScript, Python
Experience
Availability
Part-time
Preferred Environment
C++, Linux
The most amazing...
...software I've created is a prototype platform for web services (real-time games) developed for a local startup.
Work Experience
C++ - Qt Developer
2019 - 2020
Simulation Plus (via Toptal)
- Designed the MVC to provide the GUI to scientists interact with the pharmaceutical model for new drugs discovery. Migrated an old UI into a new Qt based one.
- Implemented a C++ interface for connecting different libraries with the UI in Qt.
- Participated in the development of plugins and dlls.
Technologies: Microsoft Visual Studio, Design Patterns, OOP Designs, Qt, C++17, C++
C++ Developer
2018 - 2019
Ontario Die International (via Toptal)
- Designed and implemented a pair of modules to measure errors on cavities.
- Designed and implemented a method for bending cavities in an optimal way.
- Researched different mathematical models and ideas for solving the problem.
- Implemented a variety of ROS helper tools and scripts on Python/C++ for visualizing data.
Technologies: Algorithms, C++, Google Test, Linux, Boost, CMake, Robot Operating System (ROS)
Participant at Director of Engineering Program
2016 - 2018
Hubert Burda Media Holding KG
- Led a variety of projects for different clients (tech and non-tech oriented) with durations ranging from two to four months.
- Gained an understanding of each problem and adapted to myriad new company cultures, environments, processes, and tools.
- Proposed, designed, architected, and/or implemented solutions and alternative solutions.
- Analyzed and handed over projects after implementation.
- Analyzed data and developed algorithms and ideas for clustering and intent detection.
- Implemented back-end services to hit different systems with different technologies.
- Implemented end-to-end solutions (back-end and front-end on a browser extension).
- Analyzed 24-year-old complex software and produced documentation and recommendations for how to change the current system, technology, possible problems/solutions, pros and cons, and risks.
- Created new services (API) and a test framework to perform stress and load tests to simulate peak traffic hours and be compliant with technology constraints (response time, database types, etc.).
Technologies: Linux, Extensions, Big Data, MapReduce, Security, JavaScript, Python
Technical Director, 3D Engine
2014 - 2016
Zoobe Message Entertainment GmbH
- Started working in the already existing 3D tool based on an open source app with C++, wxWidgets, and Ogre 3D rendering engine.
- Created the second version of the 3D tool, using wxWidgets and later overseeing the design + architecture + implementation (technical side) of the current company product ZoobePro using Qt as the main UI framework.
- Collaborated to create some features for the engine of Zoobe.
Technologies: Google Protocol Buffer, Python, Windows, Linux, MinGW, Visual Studio, Qt Creator, CMake, FFmpeg, wxWidgets, Qt, SFML, OGRE, Standard Template Library (STL), C++
Senior C++ Developer
2013 - 2013
Intel ASDC (Harriague & Asociados)
- Worked for Intel ASDC in the AppUp project.
- Developed new features using C++ and C#.
- Worked on the AppUp core.
- Developed additional auxiliary tools used by the AppUp core.
- Improved the codebase and design as needed.
Technologies: Microsoft Visual Studio, C#, C++
Senior C++ Developer
2012 - 2013
Dreamworks Animation (Globant)
- Worked on the rigging tool used by "riggers" to create movies.
- Developed new features and maintained the rigging tool (using C++).
- Added features and functionality to be used by the Python interface.
- Worked with many different tools (profiles, debuggers, compilers, etc.) and libraries (TBB, Boost, OpenGL, STL, etc.).
- Developed on the Linux platform, creating a highly complex software product.
Technologies: Algorithms, Linux, Python, C++
Co-Founder, C++ Software Developer, Tech Lead
2011 - 2012
RID Software
- Worked as a C++ tech lead and developer for this startup project.
- Developed a server providing different web services like real-time platforms for multiplayer games, wall of comments, sweepstakes, voting platforms, etc.
- Participated in the marketing and commercial area to develop feasible projects and cost estimates.
- Gathered ideas and formulated software requirements.
- Created the system's architectural and high level designs (using UML).
- Divided tasks and coordinated the development process (using TDD).
- For this project, we used C++ for the main server (and C to modify the web server library) and the framework used by the applications. Using UnitTest++ as the test framework, linux as platform and SFML and OGRE for the 2D and 3D applications (with C++ also).
Technologies: Linux, C++
Software Developer
2010 - 2010
Intel ASDC (Harriague & Asociados)
- Worked on the AppUp (application store) client-side for the Windows platform.
- Developed using C++ and C#.
- Utilized Scrum methodologies.
- Handled bug fixing and development of new features.
Technologies: Microsoft Visual Studio, JavaScript, C#, C++
Teaching Assistant
2009 - 2010
UNC – FaMAF
- Worked as the teaching assistant for courses on operating systems as well as algorithms and data structures.
- Created various data structures in C (linked lists, hashes, graphs, etc.).
- Implemented a simple Bash, kernel Linux FIFO, fake file system, and more.
- Checked and reviewed student projects.
Technologies: Algorithms, C
C++ Software Developer
2009 - 2010
CityFestival Disco (Córdoba)
- Worked as a freelance C++ developer.
- Developed a system able to show Bluetooth cellphone messages on different screens for a nightclub.
- Developed on Linux using C++, Qt, and Bluez in the server-side.
- Developed client-side in J2ME for mobile phones.
- Gathered system requirements in conjunction with the marketing team.
- Investigated libraries, the Bluetooth protocol, target hardware, and more.
- Designed and developed the server and client software as well as the necessary libraries (Bluetooth dongle abstraction, etc.).
- Designed and implemented the protocol and security system to avoid letting unregistered cell phones send messages.
- Implemented GUI to check and filter sent messages.
Technologies: C++
Freelance Game Developer
2006 - 2008
Lofty Vision
- Developed a 3D rally advergame using a scripting-based game engine for the Windows XP platform.
- Developed another 3D rally advergame using a 3D game engine for Windows XP.
- Developed a 3D Memotest game using a 3D Game engine for Windows XP.
- Worked as the sole developer, responsible for designing and implementing the game in conjunction with members of the graphics and sound teams.
- Worked in an unstructured environment, producing top quality software.
- Communicated with the client to relay project status and more.
Technologies: 3D Games
Experience
Final Degree Project
This project is related to the publication, "Software for the measurement of hydrodynamic parameters in a 2D wave channel using high-resolution video cameras". The developed tool captures wave height in a laboratory in real-time using a webcam (image processing).
This project was developed using C++, Qt and Qwt for the GUI, OpenCV as the image processing and image capture library, tinyxml, and other math libraries.
The tool runs on Linux platform
This project was developed using C++, Qt and Qwt for the GUI, OpenCV as the image processing and image capture library, tinyxml, and other math libraries.
The tool runs on Linux platform
Megafauna
https://github.com/agudpp/megafaunaThis project will be an educational 3D pre-historic virtualization of areas in Argentina where you can move around, retrieve information regarding animals, plants, and more.
This project is being developed using open-source tools and libraries and will be multi-platform and free-to-play. Ideally, this project will be used by museums and universities.
Technologies involved include:
* C++, Boost, STL.
* OGRE
* CMake
* git
* Test Driven Development
This project is being developed using open-source tools and libraries and will be multi-platform and free-to-play. Ideally, this project will be used by museums and universities.
Technologies involved include:
* C++, Boost, STL.
* OGRE
* CMake
* git
* Test Driven Development
Nano-cure (Game Jam 2013)
A game developed in the 2013 Game Jam.
Technologies involved include: C++, Bullet, Irrlicht.
Technologies involved include: C++, Bullet, Irrlicht.
The Last Fireman (Game Jam 2011)
A game developed in the 2011 Game Jam using C++ and SFML.
CordobaZombie
https://github.com/agudpp/CordobaZombieThis project is a "hobby" startup that began some time ago as a little project and has now become a mid-sized project with multiple people involved.
It is a 3D strategy game developed with C++.
In addition, it is open source project; the main wiki can be found here: https://github.com/agudpp/CordobaZombie/wiki/Welcome-to-CordobaZombie
Main responsibilities include:
* Read and research about whatever is needed to accomplish the objectives (pathfinding algorithms, IA, unit locomotion, sound system, collision system, physics, rendering, GUI, filesystem, etc).
* Filter features into feasible and unfeasible.
* Design modules.
* Divide and assign tasks and help the other developers of the project.
* Improve compilation and configuration system.
Technologies used include: C++, CMake, git, OGRE, OpenAL, and vorbis.
It is a 3D strategy game developed with C++.
In addition, it is open source project; the main wiki can be found here: https://github.com/agudpp/CordobaZombie/wiki/Welcome-to-CordobaZombie
Main responsibilities include:
* Read and research about whatever is needed to accomplish the objectives (pathfinding algorithms, IA, unit locomotion, sound system, collision system, physics, rendering, GUI, filesystem, etc).
* Filter features into feasible and unfeasible.
* Design modules.
* Divide and assign tasks and help the other developers of the project.
* Improve compilation and configuration system.
Technologies used include: C++, CMake, git, OGRE, OpenAL, and vorbis.
Director of Engineering Program, Hubert Burda Media Holding KG (Participant)
The program will have a duration of 12 months. It begins with a two-month bootcamp (onboarding university) in Munich where selected candidates will receive intensive preparation (both theoretical and practical) in order to succeed in five different two-month rotation assignments.
Each assignment will consist of leading a specific technical project with a team from one of the companies in the Burda Digital Group. Possible assignments may be with the companies Cliqz, XING, Chip, BurdaDirect, and Tomorrow Focus AG/HolidayCheck.
Technologies: JavaScript, Python, Browser extension development, Web services, AWS, Docker, Map Reduce, Big Data, Go
Each assignment will consist of leading a specific technical project with a team from one of the companies in the Burda Digital Group. Possible assignments may be with the companies Cliqz, XING, Chip, BurdaDirect, and Tomorrow Focus AG/HolidayCheck.
Technologies: JavaScript, Python, Browser extension development, Web services, AWS, Docker, Map Reduce, Big Data, Go
Education
2007 - 2012
Master's Degree in Computer
FaMAF (Universidad Nacional de Córdoba) - Cordoba, Argentina
Certifications
FEBRUARY 2018 - PRESENT
Deep Learning Specialization
Coursera
Skills
Libraries/APIs
Standard Template Library (STL), SFML, OpenCV, wxWidgets, FFmpeg, Flask-RESTful
Tools
Eclipse IDE, TinyXML, Mercurial, CMake, Git, Jira, Crucible, AccuRev, Microsoft Visual Studio, Qt Creator, Visual Studio, MinGW, Subversion (SVN)
Languages
C++, Java, Python, C, XML, C++17, JavaScript, C#, SQL
Frameworks
OGRE, Flask, Qt, Boost, Google Protocol Buffer, Google Test, Django
Platforms
Linux, MacOS, Windows, Raspberry Pi, Android
Paradigms
Agile Software Development, Object-oriented Programming (OOP), Concurrent Programming, MapReduce, Design Patterns, Functional Programming
Storage
Redis, Cassandra
Other
Algorithms, BlueZ, Data Structures, 3D Games, Security, Big Data, Extensions, Robot Operating System (ROS), OOP Designs
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