Yoan Rock

I started mentoring in 2024 and genuinely enjoy helping less experienced developers who feel stuck in their journey. I support them by assisting with concrete tasks, sharing professional insights, and teaching best practices used in real production environments. Some of my mentoring achievements include: - Mentoring students at Epitech for their gaming school project. - Helping build clean, decoupled UI systems to drive gameplay sequences - Designing animation sequence systems inspired by the entertainment industry - Implementing smooth, console-style (PS3-like) menus - Preparing students for game industry interviews, especially in C++ and Unreal Engine - Developing phone and conversation systems with branching choices using Data Assets and Data Tables, clean UI, and reusable widgets - Assisting with FPS gameplay, including inventory and ammo systems, and fixing interaction logic - Debugging and improving existing inventory and interaction systems - Helping clients integrate and adapt multiple Unreal Engine plugins together Implementing UI systems following best practices, based on clear Figma designs and scalable UMG setups - Supporting a skateboard game project by designing component-based systems, clean UI, intuitive gamepad-driven combo inputs, and a scoring system https://www.codementor.io/@yoanrock https://mentorcruise.com/mentor/yoanrock/ https://youtu.be/4w0PWcRwyOc?si=Fr-1QiySWqdo8Ovn&t=6678

I collaborated with Ovomind to adapt their demo under tight time constraints. By following a strict set of requirements and maintaining clear communication, I successfully delivered the necessary gameplay and UI changes, achieving the best possible result within a limited timeframe

I’m currently working as a Gameplay Programmer with BlackSheep Studio and PlayerUnknown on Prologue using Unreal Engine 5.6. My main focus is gameplay programming, where I handle key systems like character mechanics, camera functionality, collision detection, and the implementation of items and tools. I also recently took charge of the UI. https://playerunknownproductions.net/news/staying-dry-in-prologue-go-wayback-inside-our-dynamic-wetness-system

I worked closely with Game Atelier on Otherskin for several months, focusing primarily on user interface (UI) development. Utilizing both CommonUI and customized UMG widgets, I played a significant role in implementing the majority of the UI elements for Otherskin.

I collaborated with ChillChat for several months on their new multiplayer project, Tearfallen using Unreal Engine 5 (UE5) and Game Ability System (GAS). During this period, I helped integrating : - Skills - Monsters - AI behavior trees.

For 2 years, I collaborated with Limbic Studio as a C++ Unreal developer. My work consisted of gameplay development and bug fixing for the "Park Beyond" project that has been shipped (June 2024). I've been involved in various aspects of this project : - Visitors' needs - Structures placements and Collision - Missions scripting integration for level designers - Handling the UI with their internal plugin.

I had the privilege of serving as the technical reviewer for a remarkable book designed to support the gaming industry. Leveraging my extensive experience as a software engineer in both software development and gaming, I provided feedback to enhance clarity and offered insights on various aspects of game development and C++. This comprehensive guide is exceptionally well-crafted, covering everything from foundational concepts to advanced techniques. Whether you're a beginner or looking to solidify your knowledge, I highly recommend this book for its clear explanations and practical approach. It's an essential resource for anyone eager to excel in the dynamic field of game development.