Hi — I’m Simon, a computer scientist and M.Sc. student in Computer & Information Science at the University of Konstanz. My focus is Human-Computer Interaction (HCI), where I’m especially drawn to designing immersive, intuitive mixed-reality experiences.
Professionally, I work as a Full-Stack Developer at FastRocket GmbH, building tailored PHP applications — including WordPress and Shopware platforms — with an eye for clean architecture and human-centered design.
Education
M.Sc. Computer & Information Science
Apr 2024 – Present · 2 yrs 6 mos
Specializing in Human-Computer Interaction; thesis on hybrid pointing devices for cross-reality interaction.
Erasmus+ Exchange
Feb 2026 – Jun 2026 · 5 mos
A 24 ECTS semester focused on web security, applied cryptography, and enterprise system integration — plus elementary Estonian.
B.Sc. Computer Science
Oct 2019 – Mar 2024 · 4 yrs 6 mos
Bachelor’s thesis: “Guidance Techniques for Object Placement in VR Learning Platforms” — designed and evaluated two VR guidance concepts (arrow-based and “ghost hand” demonstration) for object orientation tasks, tested in a 20-participant user study using UEQ and NASA-TLX.
Work
Student Researcher
May 2024 – Present · 2 yrs 5 mos
Researching and prototyping mixed-reality (VR/AR) interfaces in Unity/C#, designing user studies and experimental setups for spatial interaction research.
Software Engineer
Apr 2020 – Present · 6 yrs 6 mos
Remote
Building custom PHP applications and bespoke WordPress/Shopware plugins and themes, integrating third-party APIs, and optimizing backend workflows for clients.
Software Developer (Apprenticeship)
Sep 2016 – Jun 2019 · 2 yrs 10 mos
Cham
Trained in front-end and software development, laying the technical foundation for everything that followed.
On this site, you’ll find a selection of my academic and creative projects: Redirected Walking, where I experiment with techniques that let people walk naturally through virtual spaces far larger than their physical room, and the Tactile Time Machine, a hardware-driven prototype exploring how touch can bring historical moments to life. These projects reflect my curiosity for blending software, hardware, and interaction design.
When I’m not coding or exploring Extended Reality (XR), you’ll most likely find me outdoors — gravel cycling, exploring new routes, and enjoying the quiet of nature. You can follow my rides on Strava.
Every path, no matter how rough, leads to discovery.