I am Tomaz Saraiva,
a software developer
based in Lisbon.
About
I created my first virtual environment to assist individuals with PTSD, which ignited my
passion for merging psychology and technology.
With over a decade of experience in software development—primarily in XR, video
games,and mobile apps—I have delivered numerous client projects and developed multiple
solutions for mental health research.
Additionally, I have taught university-level courses for over ten years.
My goal is to create impactful products while sharing my expertise to help others do the
same.
Expertise
- Extended Reality
- Video Games
- Mobile Apps
Experience
Freelance
Software Developer
August 2015 - Present
- Developed 5+ mobile applications for diverse clients;
- Contributed to the development of at least two published games;
- Implemented multiple prototypes for mobile, web and VR/AR platforms.
Universidade Lusófona
Research Assistant
February 2022 - February 2023
- Developed multiple Virtual Reality simulations for training purposes;
- Helped streamlining processes between research and development teams with
custom Unity tools;
- Trained and mentored video games students in Virtual Reality development using
Unity.
Education
Restart - Instituto de Criatividade, Artes e Novas
Tecnologias
Video games development
July 2012
Professional course encompassing the entire video games development lifecycle. From conceptualization and design to development and release.
The University of Salford
MSc in Creative Games
July 2010
Master's degree program focused on exploring the creative use of video games in diverse cultural contexts.
Recent Works
Here are some of my favourite projects.
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Virtual Reality DevelopmentEnhance. -
Game DevelopmentBetween Me and The Night. -
Mobile App DevelopmentShop in Porto. -
Virtual Environment DevelopmentWorld Virtual Fair. -
Unity ToolsVR Gaze Interaction System. -
Video TutorialsFrom Scratch into Unity.
Enhance
Enhance is a Virtual Reality brain training app that offers a daily cognitive workout of short, intense and fun games designed to help test and train your cognitive skills.
- Virtual Reality Development
- Game Development
Between Me and The Night
‘Between Me and The Night' is a surrealist action adventure game that walks the thin path between sanity and madness. Take on the role of a young boy and explore and interact with the mysterious house in which he lives.
- Game Development
Shop in Porto
In Shop in Porto you can find the shop you are looking for according to the product or service you want to buy at any given time, according to its geographical location, the meaning of the store in the city's history, or according to promotions, campaigns and special offers that the merchant wants to promote. You can also access suggested store itineraries or create your own itineraries to suit your personal interests.
- Mobile App Development
World Virtual Fair
World Virtual Fair (WVF) is the largest virtual exhibition where businesses can connect and interact in a virtual and realistic world.
- Virtual Environment Development
VR Gaze Interaction System
Implementation of a gaze interaction system to use in Virtual Reality projects.
- Unity Tools
Video Tutorial Series
A series of video tutorials exploring how one can move from creating games in Scratch into Unity Development.
- Video Tutorials
- Game Development
Get In Touch
I would love to hear from you. Whether you have a question or just want to chat — shoot me a message.