ANTONIE CATANOIU

Accomplished professional with expertise in programming and scripting, proficient in Java, JavaScript, HTML, CSS, and C++. Demonstrates strong leadership and problem-solving abilities, with technical skills across Mac OS, Microsoft Windows, and Linux. Experienced in using IDEs such as Eclipse, IntelliJ IDEA, and Visual Studio to deliver high-quality software solutions. Committed to leveraging technical skills to drive innovation and efficiency in software development projects.

Home IT Technician – Personal ProjectTeam Project – Calculator Application (Top 3 Project Award)Final Year Project – Recycling Awareness 2D Game (Unity)Individual Project – Snakes & Ladders Game (Java)

Custom-Built Desktop PC (Windows 11 Environment)

Designed and assembled a high-performance custom desktop computer for gaming and technical use.

Key Responsibilities & Achievements:

• Researched and selected fully compatible hardware components (CPU, GPU, motherboard, RAM, SSD, 2x HDDs, PSU) ensuring optimal performance and future scalability
• Assembled all hardware components including CPU installation, RAM configuration, GPU mounting, and full cable management
• Configured BIOS settings and optimized system setup for performance and stability
• Installed Windows 11 via bootable USB, including disk partitioning and OS configuration
• Installed and updated all essential drivers (chipset, NVIDIA GPU, network, audio, Bluetooth)
• Performed system testing to ensure hardware stability and thermal efficiency
• Ensured proper airflow and cooling management within the case

Technical Skills Demonstrated:
Hardware troubleshooting | BIOS configuration | OS installation | Driver management | PC assembly | System optimisation

Led a team project to develop a client-focused calculator application for a software engineering brief.

Leadership & Collaboration:

• Served as Team Leader, assigning tasks and coordinating project milestones
• Facilitated team collaboration and ensured equal contribution
• Applied Agile principles to manage development stages

Technical Contributions:

• Developed core calculator functions (addition, multiplication, division, square roots)
• Designed and implemented a graphical user interface (GUI) in Java
• Conducted extensive user testing and gathered feedback for improvements
• Refined functionality based on real-user input

Skills Demonstrated:
Java | GUI Development | Team Leadership | User Testing | Agile Methodology

Developed an interactive educational game aimed at promoting recycling awareness and solving a real-life environmental issue.

Project Overview:

• Designed and built a 2D game using Unity
• Programmed using C# and Java
• Implemented Agile methodology for iterative development

Technical Implementation:

• Developed 5 unique levels focused on different recyclable materials
• Implemented player movement, obstacle handling, collision detection, and hitbox logic
• Created animations for player states and environmental traps
• Developed multiple C# scripts to manage gameplay mechanics
• Conducted user testing and iterative improvements

Outcome:

• Successfully demonstrated the project through a YouTube showcase
• Applied technical skills to solve a real-world awareness problem

Skills Demonstrated:
Unity | C# | Java | Game Development | Agile | Problem-Solving

Developed a customised Snakes & Ladders game as part of a first-year university project.

Key Contributions:

• Designed and developed the game in Java using Eclipse and IntelliJ IDEA
• Created a customised board design
• Implemented multiple gameplay variations (e.g., cookie power-ups to avoid snakes)
• Applied object-oriented programming principles

Skills Demonstrated:
Java | OOP | Game Logic Development | UI Design | Problem-Solving