I build immersive experiences at the intersection of XR, games, and the web.

Innovation and Development Engineer at Maddict. Currently at Maddict, building the future of interactive experiences.

Firas El-Jerdy

What I do

Bridging the gap between immersive technology and production-grade engineering.

AR/XR Development

Building web-based augmented reality experiences with hand tracking, face tracking, physics, and branded interactive campaigns.

PlayCanvasWebXRTensorFlow.jsThree.js

VR Games & Experiences

Designing and developing immersive virtual reality games and environments with realistic physics and interactions.

UnityC#SteamVROculus SDK

Full-Stack Web

Engineering performant web applications, dashboards, and platforms with modern frameworks and real-time capabilities.

Next.jsReactNode.jsTypeScript

Mobile & Cross-Platform

Shipping native and cross-platform mobile applications with seamless user experiences across iOS and Android.

FlutterSwiftKotlinDart

Featured work

Selected projects spanning AR/XR, VR, web, and mobile — from branded campaigns to full-stack platforms.

PiggyPing — AI Expense Tracker
2026
web

PiggyPing — AI Expense Tracker

A mobile-first expense tracking web app that uses LLMs and speech-to-text to turn natural language into structured financial data. Type 'coffee $5' or say 'lunch 10 euros' and everything is parsed aut...

Next.jsTypeScriptConvexFirebase AuthGoogle Gemini
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Multi-Vendor E-Commerce Platform
2024
mobileweb

Multi-Vendor E-Commerce Platform

A comprehensive Flutter-based multi-vendor e-commerce application featuring dedicated admin and vendor CMS panels. Built with Supabase backend, the platform includes complete Stripe payment integratio...

FlutterDartSupabaseStripePostgreSQL
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Car Customization Platform
2023
web

Car Customization Platform

An interactive 3D car customization platform that allows users to visualize and customize vehicles in real-time. Users can modify colors, wheels, accessories, and other features with a realistic 3D pr...

Three.jsReactWebGLBlenderNode.js
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Kinder Bueno AR: Whack-a-mole
Kinder Bueno
2023
argames

Kinder Bueno AR: Whack-a-mole

A branded AR game developed for Kinder Bueno that reimagines the classic whack-a-mole game in augmented reality. Players use their phone to interact with virtual moles that appear in their physical sp...

PlayCanvasJavaScriptWebXRNext.jsColyseus
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Branded Samsung AR Ad
Samsung
2023
ar

Branded Samsung AR Ad

An innovative augmented reality advertisement developed for Samsung that allows users to interact with virtual Samsung products in their real environment. This web-based AR experience showcases produc...

PlayCanvasJavaScriptWebXRNext.jsThree.js
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Cryogenesis VR
2022
vrgames

Cryogenesis VR

A science fiction virtual reality experience set in a cryogenic facility. Players must solve puzzles and uncover the mystery of the abandoned facility while navigating through immersive, atmospheric e...

UnityC#Unity NetworkingHDRPVR Interaction Framework
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Interactive demos

I ship playable experiences, not just screenshots. Try these games right here in your browser.

Experience

My professional journey building innovative digital products and experiences.

Leading innovative development solutions and implementation of cutting-edge technologies.

  • Leading the development and implementation of innovative solutions at Maddict, driving the organization towards future success through technology
  • Identifying and prioritizing technologies and business models to enhance the organization's competitive edge
  • Overseeing research and development activities, encouraging experimentation and prototyping technologies and concepts
Web DevelopmentEmerging TechnologiesAgile Methodologies

Lectured on computer science fundamentals, algorithms, and programming languages.

  • Develop curriculum on algorithms, programming languages, and problem-solving for computer science students
  • Provid guidance and inspiration to students in C++, game development, and artificial intelligence
  • Grad assignments and exams, ensuring academic integrity and original work
  • Foster curiosity, nurtured talents, and shaped the future of the tech world at Notre Dame University
C++Game DevelopmentAlgorithmsArtificial Intelligence

Developed immersive web and multimedia applications for enhanced user experiences.

  • Spearheaded the creation of a web-based metaverse, delivering an immersive virtual environment
  • Developed interactive media applications using Unity and PlayCanvas to enhance user experiences
  • Integrated multimedia content into software projects, optimizing performance across platforms
UnityPlayCanvasWeb DevelopmentVirtual Reality3D Modeling

Education

Notre Dame University

Notre Dame University

Zouk-Mosbeh, Lebanon

Master of Science in Computer Science

Research in Quantum Key Distribution Protocols.

20192021
Grade Point Average of 3.75Advanced research in cybersecurityGraduate Assistant during studies

Bachelor of Science in Computer Science, Computer Graphics and Animation

Comprehensive study of computer science fundamentals with specialization in computer graphics and animation.

20162019
Grade Point Average of 3.39AMIDEAST Work Success Boot Camp – Bank of BeirutModel United Nations (MUN) - LAUFifty volunteering hours in S.M.I.L.E organization for the elderly

Let's work together

Have a project in mind or want to chat about immersive tech? I'd love to hear from you.

firas.aljerdy@gmail.com
GitHubLinkedInUAE, Remote

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