Hello, I'm Jared!

I'm a Computer Scientist with a passion for web development, game development, software engineering, and much more!

About Me

Get to know me

Hello, my name is Jared de Monteiro, and I am a Computer Scientist based in the San Francisco Bay Area. I am currently a senior at the University of Miami, pursuing a B.S. in Computer Science and minoring in Mathematics and Interactive Media.


I have a wide range of passions and hobbies that keep me busy. I love playing musical instruments like piano and guitar, playing basketball, and working out.


I have also huge passion for art, which I like to combine with my passion for tech as well. I enjoy creating things from scratch, and seeing all my work come together to make a finished product. I love working with applications like Photoshop, Illustrator, Figma, and After Effects for creative projects. With my passion for creation, I have gotten into web development, using Next.js, creating sites that help people with their everyday problems.

Some things I know

Java

JavaScript

TypeScript

HTML

Next.js

Python

C

C#

R

MySQL

Figma

Photoshop

Illustrator

After Effects

Unity

Blender

Blog

Tests for Cognitive Impairment

Tests for Cognitive Impairment

Spring 2025

I was lucky enough to be a part of a research project at the University of Miami, partnering with Dr. Ubbo Visser. The objective of the project was to create digital tests, to detect whether the user has any signs of minor cognitive impariment or Alzheimer's disease. Variations of these tests have already been worked on, including a real-world test, and a online test that can be taken on the copmuter. The purpose of this project is to produce another variation of this test, where the users can take it in a VR headest. This will give the exams a more immersive element to it, while also allowing it to be digitalized. It was such a great experience working on this project, allowing me to demonstrate my skills in Unity VR, and collaborate with talented individuals like Dr. Visser and Dr. Lisetti. The documentation for the project can be viewed here. I am excited to continue this project, and refine it as time goes on!

Hackathon Win

My First Hackathon Win

February 2025

My team and I placed 3rd in the University of Miami Horizon AI Hackathon for the Entertainment, Arts & Media track! With the help of my friends Cedric Fine and Odin Andrews, we built AI-powered NPCs for video games, allowing users to have dynamic and real-time conversations with characters. I had such an amazing experience at this event, meeting people from all over the country and learning from so many talented experts. A huge thanks to the organizers, and everyone who made this event possible. Looking forward to seeing what our future holds in more hackathons and projects!

XR Day

XR Day

January 2025

XR Day was an amazing experience, where people from all over the world came together in this convention and shared the their passions in the world of XR. I was able to meet so many talented people, and learn from them through demos, panels, and networking. I was also able to showcase my work from the Virtual Experience Simulation Lab, where I am developing a VR game where the user gets to drive an airboat through the Miami Everglades. I had such great reactions, and got a ton a great feedback from the audience. This event was a great experience for me, as I got to improve both my professional and social abilities through being in a community this amazing and passionate. I look forward to the next XR Day!

Experience

Virtual Experiences Simulation Lab

Lead Developer

November 2023 - Present

  • Developed XR projects in Unity (C#), which have world impacts that span from healthcare training, education, and narrative storytelling
  • Implemented gameplay systems, including player movement, interactable objects, and NPC AI movement
  • Led teams of 3D modelers, UI/UX Designers, and other Unity developers to deliver fully deployable projects

Corsair - Origin PC

Web Design Intern

May 2024 - December 2024

  • Updated website content using JavaScript, HTML, and CSS, improving UX across multiple product pages
  • Designed custom UV prints for PC cases using Photoshop and Illustrator, contributing to product personalization
  • Created promotional graphics for social media campaigns, increasing user engagement

Kappa Theta Pi

Co-Founder, VP of Technical Development, Director of Website & Technical Operations

August 2023 - Present

  • Co-founded first ever professional technology fraternity at the Univesrity of Miami
  • Developed website using Next.js, displaying general information on the fraternity, events, and members
  • Arrange workshops to improve members technical skills in coding, design, etc.

iD Tech

Instructor

May - July 2025

  • Taught and mentored students in an engaging, project-based environment
  • Delivered hands-on instruction in Unity (C# programming, 3D game development, physics-based mechanics)
  • Taught Roblox Studio (scripting with Lua, game design fundamentals, publishing projects)
  • Instructed on Virtual Reality (Meta Quest headsets, game design principles for VR-based projects)

Projects

Crabfit

A personalized AI fitness trainer, tailored to each users needs.

Kappa Theta Pi Website

Website for Kappa Theta Pi, UMiami's first professional technology fraternity. Has info about events, members, etc.

OriginPC Custom PC Builder Page

One of the web pages I made for OriginPC, showcasing our customizable aspects of our gaming PCs.

Flower Adventures

A video game I made for my Game Programming class. Focuses on a flower that fights bugs and traverses through obstacles. Created in Unity.

Gambling Animation

An animation on the effects that gambling has on people. Made for my Animation class, produced in After Effects, Illustrator, and Premiere.

Blender Animations

Animations that I created in Blender.

Figma Prototypes

These are prototypes for some app ideas that I had.


Laundr

An app designed for college students in dorm who want to have a better experience with their laundry. This app would track all the laundry machines, and show the available and in-use machines.

Check out the case study.

Laundr

Travel Clock

An app for users who travel on trains, and would like to sleep and get woken up at a specific time before their stop

GoalBud

An app for users who need help keeping track of their goals, as well as socialize with other with similar interests.

Digital Design Projects

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