- Managing Director2004 - PRESENTBazzisoft
- Worked as a freelance software developer on many projects, both individually or leading a team.
- Created modern web systems and services using Python/Django, PHP, JavaScript, HTML5, and CSS3.
- Built cross-platform mobile games and applications targeting iOS and Android.
- Created a fully-featured telephone switchboard using Asterisk and SIP.
- Built real-time, multithreaded systems and middleware in C++ and C#.
- Developed online games and applications in Flash and HTML5/JavaScript.
Technologies: Python, Django, Haxe, JavaScript, C++, C#, Flash, PostgreSQL, MySQL - Project Manager, Software Team Leader2002 - 2004WebFlicks Australia
- Designed a state-of-the-art online DVD rental system.
- Led the team that developed the system using PHP and MySQL.
- Developed a warehouse logistics system in C++.
- Managed the marketing, sale, and installation of the system for multiple high-profile customers.
Technologies: PHP, MySQL, C++, Oracle - Lead Analyst/Programmer, Technical Director of Film & 3D2001 - 2002AAV Digital Pictures
- Worked closely with film effects designers by analyzing their projects, then designing and writing custom plug-ins and scripts to support their work.
- Worked with 3D animation and compositing tools such as Maya, Shake, and Discreet's Flame.
- Developed a super high-quality plug-in for grain removal from digital film images.
- Developed database, backup, and rendering systems to streamline workflows.
Technologies: C++, Shell Scripting, SQL Server, Maya, Shake - Software Engineer2000 - 2001IGT Australia
- Developed improvements to C++ gaming machine operating systems.
- Implemented improvements to C++ gaming machine operating systems. Developed a Java debugger in C++ with Win32 APIs.
- Developed multiple slot machine games in Java.
- Created game effects and animations in conjunction with artists.
Technologies: Java, C++, Win32, DirectX
Barak Shohat
Timrat, Israel
Member since October 20, 2013
Barak is a highly motivated, resourceful, and creative software professional with a "nothing is impossible" attitude and over 12 years of experience in IT consulting and software engineering. He has meticulous attention to detail, provides solid advice, and has a high availability for discussion.
Barak is now available for hire
Portfolio
- BazzisoftPython, Django, Haxe, JavaScript, C++, C#, Flash, PostgreSQL, MySQL
- WebFlicks AustraliaPHP, MySQL, C++, Oracle
- AAV Digital PicturesC++, Shell Scripting, SQL Server, Maya, Shake
Experience
- C++, 14 years
- C#, 4 years
- Python, 3 years
- Django, 3 years
- HaXe, 2 years
- Android, 2 years
- Amazon Web Services (AWS), 2 years
- iOS, 2 years
Availability
Part-time
Preferred Environment
Windows, Linux, Git, SVN, Aptana, FlashDevelop
The most amazing...
...system I've built is a collaborative music application allowing musicians all over the world to play and record music together with ultra-low latency.
Employment
Experience
- ContentWriters (Development)
eCommerce website developed in Python and Django for connecting buyers and writers of content.
- BigThanks.com.au (Development)
eCommerce website developed in Python and Django selling coupons for discounted experiences such as skydiving and hot-air ballooning.
- Henry Stewart Talks (Development)http://www.hstalks.com
PHP website that streams educational videos and includes fine-grained authentication and eCommerce capabilities.
- DEALS.com.au (Development)http://deals.com.au
Created the MVP of the DEALS.com.au daily deals website in PHP and MySQL.
- AussieCommerce Vendors App (Development)
Mobile app that allows vendors to scan and verify coupon barcodes directly from their iOS or Android device.
- Various Mobile & Flash Games + Gaming Platform (Development)
Created various cross-platform games that run on Flash, iOS and Android, served through a purpose-built online multiplayer gaming platform written in Python.
Demo logins can be provided on demand.
Skills
- LanguagesC++, Python, PHP, HaXe, ActionScript 3, C, Java, C#
- FrameworksDjango, Unity3D, Knockout.js, AngularJS, Boost C++, Adobe Flex
- Libraries/APIsjQuery, Facebook API, DirectX, PayPal API, Amazon API, OpenGL, Google API
- ParadigmsRapid Prototyping, Object-oriented Programming (OOP), Asynchronous Programming, Design Patterns, Model View Controller (MVC), Unit Testing, Functional Programming, Responsive Web Design (RWD), Test-driven Development (TDD), Agile Software Development, Parallel & Distributed Computing, UX Design
- StoragePostgreSQL, MySQL, Microsoft SQL Server, NoSQL
- OtherAJAX, Multithreading, Network Programming
- ToolsGit, Asterisk, Adobe Photoshop
- PlatformsAmazon Web Services (AWS), Mac OS, Linux, Windows, Android, iOS, Oracle
Education
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science1998 - 2000Monash University - Melbourne, Australia
