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Valeriya Pudova (hww)

Systems Architect  |  R&D Infrastructure Engineer  |  Low-Level Specialist

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About Me

I am a Full-Cycle Systems Architect and R&D Engineer specializing in the seamless convergence of hardware development, low-level execution layers, and high-performance software environments. My architectural expertise spans from raw hardware prototyping—including schematics design, in-circuit programming, FPGA/HDL development, and microcontrollers—to complex software infrastructure, embedded language interpreters, custom compilers, and digital signal processing (DSP) for real-time audio synthesis and processing.

The core of my engineering career is rooted in game development and deep-level runtime research. I specialize in the reverse engineering and architectural analysis of world-class proprietary AAA engines (including comprehensive teardowns of Naughty Dog and Insomniac Games pipelines). My structural work focuses on designing deterministic virtual machines, building customized Domain-Specific Languages (DSL), and deploying high-velocity scripting engines (such as custom embedded Lisp/Scheme runtimes) to completely replace high-ceremony native code with flexible, data-driven execution layers.

Beyond software architecture, I operate a fully equipped, modern hardware and manufacturing R&D laboratory. The facility integrates professional electrical engineering instrumentation with industrial fabrication capabilities, featuring CNC machinery, multi-axis milling, precision turning, and advanced additive manufacturing (3D printing). This infrastructure allows me to rapidly prototype complete Hardware-Software Complexes (HSC / ПАК), taking projects from raw schematic routing and mechanical fabrication to custom native runtime deployment.

Academic R&D & Credentials

Education & Courses

Languages

• English: Fluent / Professional Working Proficiency
• Russian: Native speaker

Projects & Engineering History

A comprehensive, reverse-chronological index of my system architecture, hardware design, and software R&D projects.

2026

• Designed and engineered a high-precision medical photoplethysmogram (PPG) wristband prototype explicitly optimized for the Smart Sports platform.
• ⚡ Tech Stack: In-Circuit Programming, Low-Power Microcontrollers, Biometric Sensor Fusion, Hardware Prototyping.

• Architected and manufactured a standalone, high-performance hardware digital signal processor (DSP) module for advanced real-time audio and data manipulation.
• ⚡ Tech Stack: Schematic Design, DSP, Precision Electrical Engineering, PCB Layout, C/C++.

2025

• Engineered a lightweight, high-performance embedded Lisp development environment tailored explicitly for heavily resource-constrained hardware platforms.

• ⚡ Tech Stack: Compiler Design, Interpreter Internals, Memory Sandboxing, Virtual Machine, Custom DSL.

• Aleste LX FPGA Computer

  Personal Project (PP)

  Source Code

• Developed a modern, hardware-compatible FPGA implementation of the classic Aleste 520EX computer system from scratch using SystemVerilog.
• ⚡ Tech Stack: SystemVerilog, FPGA, RTL Design, Hardware Emulation, Retro-Engineering.

2022

• Designed the electrical engineering layout, custom I/O signaling, and mechanical interface for a VR haptic-feedback arcade rifle peripheral.
• ⚡ Tech Stack: VR Interop, Haptics Firmware, Hardware-Software Complex (ПАК), Microcontrollers.

• Built a highly optimized game data extraction, transformation, and serialization toolset designed to optimize asset pipelines inside the Unity Editor.
• ⚡ Tech Stack: Unity 3D, C#, Data Serialization, Editor Tooling.

• Developed a zero-allocation, high-performance immediate-mode 3D runtime visual debugging and gizmo drawing framework for Unity.
• ⚡ Tech Stack: Unity 3D, C#, Runtime Introspection, Graphics Rendering Pipeline.

• Authored a custom menu and complex keyboard binding abstraction layer replicating GNU Emacs input paradigms directly inside the Unity Editor.
• ⚡ Tech Stack: Unity 3D, C#, Editor Scripting, Input Mapping Systems.

• Implemented a standalone parser, validator, and compiler type analyzer for Naughty Dog’s proprietary Open GOAL language using Common Lisp.
• ⚡ Tech Stack: Common Lisp, AST Parsing, Type Systems, Reverse Engineering.

• Developed an alternative, functional implementation of the Open GOAL type analyzer infrastructure using the Racket ecosystem.
• ⚡ Tech Stack: Racket, Scheme Dialect, Functional Programming, Syntax Objects.

2021

• Architected the firmware, sensor fusion algorithms, and hardware layout for VR input gloves leveraging multi-node 6DOF IMU sensor arrays.
• ⚡ Tech Stack: Firmware Development, IMU Sensor Fusion, Hardware Prototyping, Low-latency I/O.

2020

• Lead engineer for a physical arcade redemption machine. Wrote the complete game software execution layer and optimized runtime operations.
• ⚡ Tech Stack: Unity 3D, C#, Game State Architecture, Arcade Hardware Interop.

2019

• Designed and routed a high-reliability, low-latency master I/O motherboard revision for physical arcade cabinets, managing heavy industrial loads and sensor inputs.
• ⚡ Tech Stack: Schematic Capture, PCB Routing, Industrial I/O, Hardware Security.

2018

• Developed the software execution loop and deployment pipelines for the compact junior variant of the virtual claw machine line.
• ⚡ Tech Stack: C#, Unity 3D, Embedded Logic, Automation.

• Authored high-performance mathematical visualizers exploring vector fractals and fluid flowfields.
• ⚡ Tech Stack: Unity 3D, Vector Mathematics, Procedural Rendering, Algorithmic Optimization.

2017

• Developed a clean, lightweight Model-View-Controller structural pattern to enforce separation of concerns in complex Unity UI and state graphs.
• ⚡ Tech Stack: Unity 3D, Software Design Patterns, C# Refactoring.

2016

• Architected the full software system, input routing, and device synchronization code for the flagship physical arcade redemption title, deployed in mass production in China.
• ⚡ Tech Stack: Unity 3D, C#, Embedded Runtimes, Hardware Integration.

• Created an in-game text-only debug interface overlay and a custom micro-allocated low-overhead sound system for resource-constrained Unity builds.
• ⚡ Tech Stack: Unity 3D, UI Optimization, Audio Buffer Management.

2015

• Engineered the initial proprietary physical hardware I/O controller card to bridge arcade cabinet mechanical coin-ops, buttons, and lights with the PC engine layer.
• ⚡ Tech Stack: Electrical Engineering, Microcontroller Firmware, Serial Interop, Hardware Layout.

• Authored a production-grade live runtime vector oscilloscope simulator asset published on the Unity Asset Store.
• ⚡ Tech Stack: Graphics Math, Signal Visualization, Custom Inspectors.

2012

• Successfully embedded the GambitC Scheme interpreter directly into the Gamebryo C++ AAA engine architecture, enabling data-driven gameplay loops.
• ⚡ Tech Stack: C++, Gamebryo Engine, GambitC Scheme, Embedded Runtimes, Script Interop.

• Built a pure, scratch-written deterministic 3D ray tracing rendering engine exploring lighting, reflection vectors, and spatial shadows.
• ⚡ Tech Stack: C++, Software Rendering, Ray Tracing, Linear Algebra.

2008 - 2011

• Architected the simulation states, asset pipelines, and client-server synchronization logic for a highly distributed, scalable web-based interactive driving simulation platform.
• ⚡ Tech Stack: Architecture, Simulation Logic, Enterprise Systems.

2005 - 2007

• Developing the proprietary LCD screen to TV interface for the Nintendo GBA SP and Nintendo DS handhelds. Engineered custom FPGA/hardware devices to capture, scale, and output pure digital console video feeds directly onto standard television monitors.
• ⚡ Tech Stack: Reverse Engineering, Hardware Hacking, FPGA, High-Speed Video Processing, Signal Capture.

• Wrote a cycle-accurate software emulator for the unique domestic Aleste 520EX computer system to preserve legacy hardware logic on modern PC architectures.
• ⚡ Tech Stack: C++, Low-Level Emulation, Assembly, Retro-Computing.

2004 - 2005

• Developed the low-level firmware and dynamic memory injection hooking mechanics for the commercial Pro Action Rocky cheat cartridge hardware operating on Nintendo devices.

• ⚡ Tech Stack: Assembly, Verilog, Actel, Firmware, Memory Injection, Reverse Engineering, SolidWorks.

2003 - 2004

• SyberEngine 3D Development Platform

  Commercial Core Engine Product

  Documentation

  • Served as Core System Architect, engineering a high-velocity, cross-platform component-based game engine from scratch. Developed a proprietary bytecode VM (SyberScript), a custom FSM compiler, native Maya asset toolchains, and a live graphics debugger interface.
  • ⚡ Tech Stack: C++, OpenGL, Core Engine Development, Custom Compiler, Bytecode VM, IDE Engineering.

Before 2000

• Reverse-engineered the complex cartridge bus and memory mapping architecture of the Nintendo 64 console. Designed and manufactured a custom physical hardware platform to enable remote software loading, ROM emulation, and live execution debugging.
• ⚡ Tech Stack: C++, Delphy, MaxII+, Altera, Reverse Engineering, Hardware Prototyping, Signal Analysis, Bus Sniffing, Microcode.

• Authored a low-level optimized mini-game for the Nintendo 64 architecture, writing custom software directly targeting the console’s bare metal and proprietary graphics processing pipeline.
• ⚡ Tech Stack: MIPS Assembly, C++, Low-Level Console Architecture, Reality Coprocessor (RCP) Interop.

• Architected low-overhead firmware and assembly routines for dedicated Digital Signal Processors (DSP) to achieve real-time additive and subtractive hardware audio synthesis.
• ⚡ Tech Stack: DSP Assembly, Audio Synthesis Algorithms, Fixed-Point Math, C++.

• Designed and routed the schematic architecture for the classic MagicSound expansion card, introducing high-fidelity multi-channel stereophonic audio and direct DMA mixing to the Aleste computer system.
• ⚡ Tech Stack: Circuit Design, Sound Chip Interop, DMA, PCB Routing.

• Acted as the Lead Hardware and Systems Developer for the legendary, highly compatible domestic Aleste 520EX personal computer system, engineering core logic integration, memory mappers, and system bios runtimes.
• ⚡ Tech Stack: Hardware Systems Engineering, Schematic Design, Z80 Assembly, Operating System Internals.

Production Code Samples

A curated showcase of my engineering style, demonstrating architectural patterns, low-overhead algorithms, and multi-paradigm programming.

1. Language Engineering & Abstract Syntax Trees (AST)

• Open GOAL Type System (Common Lisp) — Language Parser & Semantic Analyzer
  • Demonstrates production-grade functional architecture, custom AST parsing, compiler type analysis, and reverse-engineering of Naughty Dog’s proprietary engine typings.
• XiJSON Serialization Engine — Lightweight Tokenizer & Parser
  • A zero-boilerplate, highly efficient compiler-like parsing module written to achieve ultra-fast data serialization without reflection overhead.

2. High-Performance & Zero-Allocation Graphics

• XiDebugDraw (C# / Unity 3D) — Immediate-Mode Rendering Framework
  • Showcases memory-optimized, zero-allocation runtime 3D drawing algorithms, custom geometry generation, and direct interaction with the engine’s low-level rendering loop.
• Pure 3D Ray Tracer (C++) — Software Rendering & Linear Algebra
  • A scratch-written deterministic ray tracing core demonstrating deep understanding of vector mathematics, programmatic lighting calculations, shadow vectors, and spatial partitioning.

3. Game Engine Tooling & Input Abstraction

• XiKeyboard Interop Layer — Complex Input Abstraction Matrix
  • Implements a robust menu and keystroke handling state engine that fully replicates GNU Emacs complex modifier key bindings and contextual input schemas inside a host editor.
• XiGameTool Asset Pipeline — Data-Driven Workflow Automation
  • Demonstrates advanced editor workflow meta-data extraction, automated asset sanitization, and pipeline-level serialization architecture.

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Articles & Technical Papers

A curated list of my architectural research, reverse engineering, production pipelines, and creative team methodologies.

Legend: [EN] — English, [RU] — Russian

📄 2022

1. [RU] Three Core Components of a Successful Game Studio How to unlock the creative potential of your team? Explores trust, communication culture, shared vision, and passion for the craft. Read article

2. [RU] AAA Game Development Methods for Indie Studios — Common Ground in Naughty Dog & Kojima Productions Why indie developers should analyze AAA titles like Death Stranding and The Last of Us, and adapt their approaches in practice. Read article

3. [RU] Part 2 - Gameplay Programming — Clarification for the Creative Team A creative-focused companion to the technical breakdown of The Last of Us. Bridges the gap between engineering and game design perspectives. Read article

4. [RU] Part 1 - Gameplay Programming — The Last of Us Case Study A brief reverse engineering analysis of Naughty Dog’s Game Runtime Base Foundation System. Covers KIS principles and customization flexibility. Read article

5. [EN] Part 2 - Game Developing — Clarification for the Creative Team A high-level overview of game development processes tailored for non-technical creative teams. Read article

6. [EN] Part 1 - Game Developing — The Last of Us Case Study A comprehensive architectural breakdown of Naughty Dog’s engine and runtime systems. Read article

7. [RU] Myths and Misconceptions of a Game Programmer Common fallacies and professional delusions encountered during game development. A reflective piece on mistakes and learning. Read article

8. [EN] Part 1 - File Naming Conventions in Unity 3D Part of a series on file organization. Covers core naming techniques for project clarity and team collaboration. Read article

9. [EN] Part 2 - Project File Organization in Unity 3D Proposes a scalable project directory structure to streamline asset management and SCM workflows. Read article

10. [EN] Part 3 - Art- и GD-data Organization Unity 3D Proposes a scalable project directory structure to streamline art and game asset management and SCM workflows. Read article

11. [RU] Part 1 - File Naming Conventions in Unity 3D Part of a series on file organization. Covers core naming techniques for project clarity and team collaboration. Read article

12. [RU] Part 2 - Project File Organization in Unity 3D Proposes a scalable project directory structure to streamline asset management and SCM workflows. Read article

13. [RU] Part 3 - Art- и GD-data Organization Unity 3D Proposes a scalable project directory structure to streamline art and game asset management and SCM workflows. Read article

📄 2020

1. [RU] Orchestrating Art and Game Design Data in Unity 3D Examines the boundary between creative assets and engine code. Details data-driven schema injections to decouple design iteration from native changes. Read article

📄 2013

1. [EN] Lisp-Based Scripting in Unity 3D: A Practical Case Study Deep-dive white paper on integrating an embedded Scheme interpreter into Unity. Covers first-class continuations for coroutines, runtime REPL context injection, and reflection overhead mitigation. Read article

📄 2003

1. [EN] SyberEngine — Rapid Game Development System Overview Original technical specification of a custom C++ component-based engine. Outlines bytecode VM design, native FSM compilers, and automated Maya asset-export pipelines. Read article

2. [EN] SyberEngine — The SyberScript Language Reference Complete language reference for the SyberScript VM. Covers syntax, FSM declarations, class system, and built-in operators. Read article

📄 Quick Notes (2022)

Short technical notes for personal reference on specific Unity 3D topics.

• [RU] Unity Spawning Methods — Methods for instantiating scene actors in Unity.
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• [RU] Real-Time Simulation Specifics in Unity 3D — Peculiarities of real-time simulation within the Unity environment.
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🏷️ Keywords

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