Education
BSC Computing Science
2026 - 2028HND Software Development
2023 - 2025Certificates
Microsoft Office Specialist: Word 2016
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Microsoft Office Specialist: PowerPoint 2016
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I’m Rhys Paterson, a Computing student at Edinburgh Napier University (2026–2028) with a passion for designing, developing, and optimizing software solutions. I have a strong foundation in core programming languages, including HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Python, and Java, which fuels my approach to software logic and complex problem-solving. My technical toolkit also extends to game development and interactive systems using Unity and C#. Driven by a love for continuous learning, I am dedicated to building efficient, innovative applications that solve real-world problems and deliver seamless user experiences.
Experience
Bakery Operative
From 2024 to PRESENT | Malcolm Allan LTD
- Conducted critical hourly machinery safety checks and precision metal detector calibrations to strict, audit-ready standards.
- Maintained meticulous quality control logs, including hourly oven temperature records and batch tracking data.
- Collaborated dynamically within a fast-paced team environment to consistently meet demanding distribution deadlines, ensuring all outgoing orders were accurately labeled, verified, and securely packed.
Technical Skills
- Full-Stack Web Development: Proficient in front-end and back-end engineering using HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and PHP to design and deploy custom web utilities and applications.
- Database Design & Management: Experienced in structuring, querying, and optimizing relational databases using MySQL within localized XAMPP environments.
- Software Engineering & OOP: Strong foundation in Object-Oriented Programming logic and desktop script architecture using Java, Python, and C++.
- Interactive & Game Design: Skilled in systems engineering, script logic, and mechanics implementation using C# within the Unity Engine.
- Workflows & Tooling: Familiar with modern developer workflows, including Git version control, dependency management via Composer, and local server configurations.
- Digital Productivity & Reporting: Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) certified in Word and PowerPoint, demonstrating advanced layout design and professional reporting standards.