Bio

  • - Has a cat, his name is Caesar, he be a chonk
  • - Web developer with expertise in infrastructure, leveraging both areas to create robust websites and systems
  • - i9 2080ti
  • - Everywhere I've travelled
  • - Scuba diving bubbles certificate (somewhere..)
  • - between 90-100wpm typing speed

Nerd Talk

This is my favourite version so far and it's pretty special pet project to me being that it combines my passion for web/UI design and development, with video games coming together for an attempt to build something that is smooth and user-friendly by;

keeping everything on one page This is purely just a UX choice, if it's simple, why do I need to split it up (my former self could definitely have done with this lesson) - but I think it makes it smoother. Granted, not the best way to go about getting the best pagespeed, however for a pet project and for the things I wished to achieve, I think it works.
adding filtering for additional functionality bc, filters Adding filters to IDK was a new challenge for me, as previous attempts relied on page reloads and lacked the 'remove' feature that is considered essential for a good user experience, and worked.. Sometimes.. Maybe. Implementing this feature required some more in depth SQL manipulation that I'd encountered, which was not my favorite part of the project. I've heard that SQL has a reputation for being a bit like marmite - you either love it or hate it - but it was definitely an enlightening experience and helped me enhance the functionality of the project and expand my understanding of SQL. It admittedly also helped me make this project a little more mainstream as steam is rife with 18+ games.. And I wouldn't be able to use this site to demo anything if not for filtering and having the current default filters set.
keeping the db far away/making the shuffles not have to rely on an external api I built a Rest API that I'm now using to make calls, rather than relying directly on the Steam API. This not only improves security, as well as avoids the troubles of going directly to Steam API (such-as, timing out, lack of speed) but also streamlined the build process.
In addition, There is a separate script that grabs every game from Steam and fills the database. While this took some time and patience, the end result was worth it - the database now has an incredible amount of entries that will enhance the user experience. Overall, I'm thrilled with the progress I've made and can't wait for users to see the improvements.
and pagespeed, kinda.. Although I had previously prioritized fast initial page load times, I have since discovered the importance of finding a balance between performance and functionality. While I still adhere to minifying practices, I used to rely on page reloads to avoid any excess jQuery that could potentially slow down the website. However, I've learned that there is a happy middle ground that can be achieved, which is why I took a more experimental approach for my pet project. I would advise against this for SEO purposes, but for a personal project, it was a good and fun learning experience.
allowing users to search by either their username, steamId, or urls associated with their account In the past, I relied on users to go to https://steamid.io/lookup to get their user ID, which could be inconvenient and lead to errors. However, I have now incorporated the 'resolvevanityurl' call from the Steam API to validate any username input. This means that users can simply copy and paste their Steam profile link, regardless of whether it contains an ID or username, and the shuffle function will still work seamlessly. While implementing this feature, I encountered some challenges due to the complexities of Steam's profile structure, with only the username being validated by the 'resolvevanityurl' call. However, I found a workaround to detect SteamIDs' validity, which makes the process much smoother as a whole.
having a feels section I'm passionate about sharing the joy of gaming and helping people unwind and expand their minds. In this section, I've listed all the games that hold a special place in my heart and have brought me hours of fun and entertainment. These recommendations are purely from me and represent a range of genres and themes that I believe offer something for everyone. I'm constantly updating this section with new games that I discover, so feel free to check back and see if there's anything that appeals to you.
Filters Help
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    • Clear Filters
    Do I need to unprivate my games/profile?

    Yes, and due to some new updates on steam, all users have games set to hidden by default. A few people have changed this, and it's up to you, just note that the system won't work if you keep your profile or games private.

    What are the benefits of signing in?

    It will auto-fill your Steam ID into the shuffle box. It will also keep track of your roll count - which is important for give-aways.

    How do I keep track of rolls during a giveaway?

    You will need to sign in to partake in give-aways.

    How do I get my Steam ID?

    You can simply sign in. Or you can right click your Steam profile, and click 'copy link' and paste that into the input box - it will do the hard work for you.

    What is Steam?

    Steam is a digital platform for purchasing and playing video games on a computer. It was developed by Valve Corporation and offers additional features such as social networking integration. Steam is one of the most popular gaming platforms in the world, with millions of active users and a vast library of games.

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    • Strategy
    • Indie
    • Action
    • Puzzle
    • 2D
    • Abstract
    • Bullet Hell
    • Shoot 'Em Up
    • Arena Shooter
    • Modern
    • Singleplayer
    • Colorful
    • Casual
    • Relaxing
    Explore the madness of your consciousness. Navigate through inner conflict to find your sense of self with this minimalist shmup puzzle. Bullets are your thoughts and also your own worst enemy. Survive to find that one piece of the puzzle that will help you break through the conflict.
    • Release Date: 10 Apr, 2015
    • Partial Controller Support
    • Single-player
    • Steam Achievements
    • Steam Leaderboards
    • Steam Workshop
    • Action
    • Indie
    • Strategy
  • Publisher: Silverware Games, Inc.
  • Developer: Silverware Games, Inc.
    • Languages: English*
    *languages with full audio support

    About DSY: Don't Shoot Yourself

    Explore the madness of your consciousness.

    Navigate through inner conflict to find your sense of self with this minimalist puzzle shmup. Bullets are your thoughts and also your own worst enemy. Survive to find that one piece of the puzzle that will help you break through the conflict.

    Walls are your mind, and bullets are your thoughts. In this minimalist puzzle shmup you will have to survive 100 bullets coming back at you to break through the next conflict.

    There are 6 different tiers, defined as mindfulness states, where you explore 60 patterns that interact with your thoughts differently. Including 3 difficulty levels: reality, a normal difficulty, mind which is hard, and zen which is the impossible setting. You must survive yourself as you get to discover that one piece that will let you move forward.

    And remember, Don't Shoot Yourself.
    THERAPY NOW IN SESSION

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  • Typing Adventure Narrative Exploration Story Rich Singleplayer Colorful Female Protagonist Indie RPG Magic Atmospheric Action Open World Top-Down Action-Adventure Moddable Isometric Soundtrack Great Soundtrack

    Epistory - Typing Chronicles

    Epistory immerses you in an atmospheric action/adventure game where you play a girl riding a giant fox who fights an insectile corruption from an origami world. As you progress and explore this world, the story literally unfolds and the mysteries of the magic power of the words are revealed.
    Support
    • Single-player
    • Steam Achievements
    • Steam Cloud
    • Steam Leaderboards
    • Steam Trading Cards
    • Steam Workshop
    Languages
    • English*
    • French
    • German
    • Spanish - Spain
    • Polish
    • Portuguese - Brazil
    • Russian
    • Czech
    • Japanese
    • Simplified Chinese
    • Italian
      *languages with full audio support
    £10.99
  • RPG Comedy Dark Humor Funny Superhero Singleplayer Mature Turn-Based Cartoon Memes Adventure Story Rich Nudity Open World Satire Action 2D Sexual Content Illuminati Atmospheric

    South Park™: The Fractured But Whole™

    From the creators of South Park, Trey Parker and Matt Stone, comes South Park: The Fractured But Whole, a sequel to 2014's award-winning South Park: The Stick of Truth.
    Support
    • Single-player
    • Partial Controller Support
    • Steam Achievements
    • Steam Trading Cards
    • Remote Play on Phone
    • Remote Play on Tablet
    Languages
    • English*
    • French*
    • Italian*
    • German*
    • Spanish - Spain*
    • Polish
    • Portuguese - Portugal
    • Portuguese - Brazil*
    • Russian
      *languages with full audio support
    £49.99
  • Adventure Indie 2D Singleplayer Story Rich Atmospheric Hand-drawn Surreal Stylized Exploration Funny Colorful Great Soundtrack Female Protagonist Mystery

    Welcome to Elk

    Welcome to Elk is a biographical adventure set on an island like no other, where every character you encounter has a story to tell. From the weird and wonderful to the dark and desperate, all the tales told on Elk are based on true stories of life on the road less traveled.
    Support
    • Single-player
    • Steam Achievements
    • Full controller support
    Languages
    • English
    • French
    • German
    • Spanish - Spain
    • Danish
    • Portuguese - Brazil
    • Korean
    £11.39