Understand the problem.
I take time to work out what is actually needed before reaching for a tool. A clear problem is a good starting point for a useful solution.
02ABOUT
The person behind the projects.
I am a First Class Computer Science graduate from the University of East Anglia. I enjoy understanding how things work, finding the right questions to ask and turning the answers into useful software.
HOW I THINK
Good questions. Useful answers.
Keep it practical.
I enjoy the detail of algorithms and systems, but I care just as much about clarity. I aim for software that is understandable, testable and straightforward to maintain.
Learn, then share.
Tutoring, leading a university project and working with clients have taught me the value of explaining ideas clearly and listening carefully.
EXPERIENCE BEYOND CODE
A broader perspective.
Alongside software projects, I have worked in manufacturing, tutored Computer Science and supported clients with Google Ads, content and IT. Those experiences have shaped how I communicate, take responsibility and work with other people.
I speak English and Romanian.
My experience & educationA little room for chaos
Fantasy has always had a way of pulling me in, whether that is through Dungeons & Dragons, Greek mythology or anime. I DM an online D&D campaign for my university group, where I can spend hours preparing a session only for the players to immediately take it somewhere I never expected. At this point, improvising around the chaos is half the fun.
Greek mythology scratches a similar itch. I like the messy morals, flawed characters and stories where there is rarely one obvious answer. Odysseus is a favourite of mine, especially through his portrayal in EPIC: The Musical. He is clever enough to think his way out of near-impossible situations, stubborn enough to keep going, and flawed enough to create a fair few of those situations himself.
I watch a lot of anime too. I see it as just another way of telling a story, and fantasy in particular often gets far more room to breathe when it does not have to worry about what can realistically be filmed.
When I want something quieter, swimming is how I clear my head. I also enjoy a game of pool: partly for the social side, partly for the strategy, and partly because there is always another shot I could have played better.
OFF THE CLOCK
Good games. Good stories.
THE PERSONAL COLLECTIONA few favourites, in my own words.
Previously played
26 entries · My ratings, highest first
Expedition 33
Sandfall Interactive
Beautiful and artistic, with a story like no other. Every time I thought it could not get better, it did.
Terraria & Modded Terraria
Re-Logic
Everything I need in a game: clear progression, dumb fun with friends, challenging fights, and plenty of class options.
Balatro
LocalThunk
Poker, but better. Nothing beats a good Joker bonus dopamine hit.
Stardew Valley
ConcernedApe
Cozy, calm, really pretty, and completely mesmerising.
Vampire Survivors
poncle
Straight dopamine in the veins, and I loved the Castlevania collaboration.
Phasmophobia
Kinetic Games
The best Scooby-Doo simulator.
Baldur’s Gate 3
Larian Studios
I loved the freedom to do almost anything you wish. Larian Studios truly put their heart into it, and it rekindled my love for D&D.
Mewgenics
Edmund McMillen & Tyler Glaiel
A small, funny game with great replayability, and you have to move fast on your paws.
Muck
Dani
Best with friends.
Lethal Company
Zeekerss
Anything for the company.
The Jackbox Party Packs
Jackbox Games
Amazing as an icebreaker, and even better the more you know the people.
R.E.P.O.
semiwork
Lethal Company, but as minions.
Cyberpunk 2077 + expansion
CD PROJEKT RED
I started playing after watching the Netflix series. Seriously engaging, with great freedom of gameplay, amazing storytelling, and a sarcastic companion :)
Borderlands 2, Borderlands 3 & Tiny Tina’s Wonderlands
Gearbox Software
Pure dopamine coupled with good stories.
Hades 1 & 2
Supergiant Games
I loved the Greek mythology aspect. The first game got me into roguelikes.
Potion Craft
niceplay games
Apothecary Diaries simulator.
Plague Inc.
Ndemic Creations
COVID simulator. Good strategy game though.
The Forest
Endnight Games
It was amazing for when it came out, and it feels really polished now.
Dave the Diver
MINTROCKET
A cozy little game. The thresher is my number-one enemy.
ARC Raiders
Embark Studios
Gave me trust issues.
Sons of the Forest
Endnight Games
A slight disappointment after The Forest, but it still added a good new story.
Lost Ark
Smilegate RPG
One of my favourite MMORPGs, but the endgame grind became really time-consuming, so I eventually dropped it.
Super Auto Pets
Team Wood Games
I enjoyed it more than I probably should have.
Brawlhalla
Blue Mammoth Games
It is at best meh, even when played with friends.
Unturned
Smartly Dressed Games
It used to be good, but fell off.
League of Legends
Riot Games
Dark past.
Previously read
Books, manhwa & webtoons
Mythos
Book
Previously readThe Greatest Estate Developer
Manhwa / webtoon
Previously readSolo Leveling
Manhwa / webtoon
Previously readTower of God
Manhwa / webtoon
Previously readunOrdinary
Webtoon
Previously readRich Dad Poor Dad
Book
Previously readStalker x Stalker
Webtoon
Previously readDICE
Webtoon
Previously readThe Gamer
Webtoon
Previously readOmniscient Reader
Manhwa / webtoon
Previously read
Previously watched
Completed shows & movies
One Piece
Anime
Naruto + Naruto: Shippuden
Anime
Solo Leveling
Anime
Tower of God
Anime
Though I Am an Inept Villainess
Anime
You and I Are Polar Opposites
Anime
Sparks of Tomorrow
Anime
Dandadan
Anime
Jujutsu Kaisen
Anime
Smoking Behind the Supermarket with You
Anime
Arcane
Animated Series
Kaguya-sama: Love Is War
Anime
Castlevania
Animated Series
Kill Blue
Anime
MARRIAGETOXIN
Anime
Classroom of the Elite
Anime
Dr. STONE
Anime
Witch Hat Atelier
Anime
Devil May Cry
Animated Series
Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End
Anime
Hell’s Paradise
Anime
JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure
Anime
Baki
Anime
My Hero Academia
Anime
Hazbin Hotel
Animated Series
Helluva Boss
Animated Series
One-Punch Man
Anime
SPY x FAMILY
Anime