Hi, I'm

Nathan Espejo

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Passionate Software Engineering student crafting innovative solutions that bridge hardware and software, from VR experiences to AI-driven applications.

About Me

I'm a Software Engineering student at Western University with strong skills in game development, Android app creation, and hardware prototyping. I enjoy building immersive VR games, crafting intuitive Android apps, and designing wearable devices that merge software with physical interaction.

My multidisciplinary approach blends full-stack development, embedded systems, and artificial intelligence to create technology that feels like a natural extension of the body and mind. Passionate about mental health, accessibility, and ethical design, I'm excited to explore how AI and emerging technologies can shape the future of human-computer interaction.

Skills

Technical

Languages

Java • C# • Python • JavaScript • C++ • Kotlin • SQL • HTML • CSS • XML

APIs & SDKs

OpenAI API • Google Maps API • HERE Maps SDK • JsonBin API • REST APIs

Development

Specializations

Full-Stack • Game Dev • VR/AR • Android • AI/ML • Computer Vision • UI/UX Design

Tools & Platforms

Unity3D • React • Android Studio • Blender • OnShape • TensorFlow • MySQL • Git

Hardware & Professional

Embedded Systems

Arduino • ESP32 • M5Stack • 3D Printing & Prototyping • Bluetooth Low Energy

Professional

Team Collaboration • Agile • Problem Solving • Rapid Prototyping • Mentorship

Experience

Software Developer

WEFirst (Robotics) | Western University

Jan 2026 — Present
  • Programmed the swerve module to translate Xbox controller inputs into smooth omnidirectional motion.
  • Working on computer vision pipelines using OpenCV for automated path following.

Software Developer

3D Western | Western University

Sept 2025 — Present
  • Developing an AI-augmented 3D model slicing pipeline to automate 3D printing workflows across a 24-printer farm, enabling a free and accessible printing service for students at Western University.
  • Collaborating with subteams to design a Dockerized full-stack system that automates print orientation, support generation, and heuristic validation for printability using AI-driven tools and models.

Software Engineering Intern

TeraGo | Markham, ON

May 2025 — Aug 2025
  • Developed a fully automated system to manage Jira tickets based on email notifications by using a Local LLM (Ollama) for structured and secure data extraction, Python for logic, and Microsoft’s Graph API for email retrieval.

IT Intern

Microcomputer Consulting Inc. | Mississauga, ON

May 2025 — Aug 2025
  • Configured and deployed client computers for multiple companies, including Windows installation, user account setup, and application/configuration changes based on company requirements.

Software Developer

WEMars | Western University

Sept 2024 — Apr 2025
  • Developed wireless camera and video streaming solutions using ESP32-CAM for a Mars rover platform.
  • Researched networking protocols for reliable communication with a central hub.
  • Investigated computer vision techniques for detecting visual markers used in rover navigation and competition tasks.

Projects

Auralis Project
🥇 Hackathon Winner3D

Auralis

A virtual 3D healthcare assistant combining emotion detection and natural voice interaction for empathetic telemedicine.

Lumen Project
🥇 Hackathon WinnerGame Dev

Lumen

A calming companion that listens, understands, and responds with personalized mini-games.

Lumen Project
🥇 Hackathon WinnerAR

Eyecandy

An AR shopping experience that turns any product photo into a virtual try-on.

Project 2
🥇 Hackathon WinnerGame Dev

Careerly

Making career exploration fun and inclusive through an AI-powered virtual job fair.

Project 3
Android

SafeRoute

A real-time hazard reporting app with crowdsourced data, drone integration, and safe routing.

> GitHub
Project 4
Android

Animarker

A crowdsourced wildlife tracker using computer vision to identify and map animal sightings worldwide.

Project 5
Hardware

FLEXFIRE-X

A wrist mounted projectile launcher controlled using muscle signals for intuitive body-driven activation.

> GitHub
Project 6
Hardware

Rubber Band Turret

Bluetooth-controlled rubber band turret with smooth servo movement and wireless app control.

> GitHub

Mobile Games

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Street Cleaner

🥇

Drag litter into the correct bin to win!

Get it on Google Play
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Zenith Tower

Ascend the tower in a futuristic dungeon crawler.

Get it on Google Play
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Mōtaru

Take down ninjas using quick reflexes!

Get it on Google Play
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Tic Tac Toe Ultimate

The Ultimate Tic Tac Toe experience.

Get it on Google Play