About Me

Michael Bagley is a Senior XR Developer and Team Lead with a deep-rooted passion for crafting immersive virtual experiences. His journey through the world of XR development is marked by a strong foundation in both console and arcade gaming, which has evolved into a robust skill set in advanced software development. Michael’s leadership shines in his ability to mentor teams through intricate coding challenges and his strategic use of analytics to drive development decisions.

In the fast-paced world of technology, he stays agile, managing projects with precision and optimizing performance across platforms. His intuitive and modular user interfaces are the product of a data-driven approach, making them a joy to navigate. Michael’s proficiency in API development and SDK integration results in clear, concise, and effective code.

With a comprehensive understanding of programming languages like C# and tools such as Unity 3D, Michael’s technical expertise is vast and constantly expanding. His portfolio, filled with multiplayer games and educational XR applications, showcases his skill in turning innovative concepts into market-ready products. As he continues to push the boundaries of XR, Michael remains committed to exploring new technologies and maintaining his edge in the industry.

Michael is fueled by the ever-evolving roadmap of video game technology. Coasting through the twists and turns of arcades, PCs, and consoles on the way to mobile and wearable devices, he has developed several arcade, console, and PC games. Leaving the game world behind years ago, he took a step into Virtual Reality.

Michael’s past successes include featured articles for lead development work on arcade and cyber cafe machines, and eleven AAA titles in seven years at a big-name studio. His latest endeavors into AR and VR have been rock-solid furniture applications, including an AR demo in a museum. His future is a reality where things are more real than games.

Michael has always created innovative and on-time deliveries that meet client conditions of satisfaction. He is noted for being a good team member, willing to provide dedication and able to put in the effort when required. His performance and perseverance have been seen as outstanding. He strives for the best quality to help execute the vision of the project.

Michael has also served as the Lead Developer for MegaRcade and LANZone Kiosk cabinets, utilizing Nvidia N-Force and Windows XP Embedded, showcased at AMOA 2002. His arcade titles include MegaRcade, LanZone Kiosk, Gladius Slots, Simpsons Bowling, and Metro Touch 2000. His leadership and development work for arcade and cyber cafe systems have been featured in Play Meter Magazine articles titled “Coin Opportunity” (July 2003) and “A New Culture” (April 2003).

Monopoly Streets 75th

For outstanding work during the finaling of Monopoly Streets, and sticking with the game all the way through to the end. Your dedication and perseverance to the project have been outstanding and we want to take a moment to acknowledge the continued over all efforts.

Sims Pets

Michael is a fantastic team member. He does an exceptional job at communicating with his co-workers (especially design) to execute the vision of the project and does so with the best of attitudes, and quality of work.

Nerf Strike

For laying out the groundwork for our state machine and implemting the AI for the robots based on that system.

Sims3 Expansions

In recognition of your demonstrating the EA value: Accountability. You keep yourself on task, deliver on your commitments, and look for ways to add value to your team and to EA. You seek solutions to your blocked work, and when those are exhausted, you find ways to help teammates. In this you set an example for all SE's.'

Working on Tech

I like to focus on learning. I went to a school when I was young that gave me a book report, film study and essay. I could go to the library and get any subject approved I wanted to. As well as go there to do my research. I was eight. A teacher at college said "Don't memorize things. Learn how to figure it out. That was long before the days of google and information access at your finger tips.",

Why Choose Me

I am an excellent problem solver and when tasked with mentoring I lead by example. I have had excellent reviews and good times even at not th ebest of environments. I have a strong track record of getting things done wether for a startup or for major certification. I am easy to work with and will go out of my way to ensure the owners are satisfied.

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