Vernon Haughton
About Vernon Haughton
Vernon Haughton is a Senior Flash Developer at Derivco, where he has worked since 2009 after previously serving as a Flash Developer from 2007 to 2009. He offers consultative services, coaches junior developers, and has contributed to significant projects, including the development of a new AS3 gaming client.
Work at Derivco
Vernon Haughton has been employed at Derivco since 2007. He initially worked as a Flash Developer for two years before advancing to the role of Senior Flash Developer in 2009. In his current position, he has accumulated over 15 years of experience. Haughton provides consultative services to senior developers and various departments, focusing on design and integration issues. He also offers coaching and mentoring to junior developers, contributing to their professional growth within the company.
Education and Expertise
Vernon Haughton studied at Stellenbosch University, where he earned a degree in Electronic Engineering from 1998 to 2002. Following this, he attended Concept Interactive from 2003 to 2004, where he specialized in Graphic Design, Multimedia, and Flash Development. This educational background has equipped him with a strong foundation in both engineering and design, enhancing his capabilities as a developer.
Background
Haughton's career in development began with his role at Derivco in 2007. His experience spans both Flash development and backend integration, allowing him to contribute effectively to various projects. His work includes developing a new AS3 gaming client and designing a client backend that facilitates the localization of gaming content using ASP.Net C#. He also supports third-party development houses that utilize gaming clients created by Derivco.
Achievements
During his tenure at Derivco, Vernon Haughton has played a significant role in the development of gaming technology. He was part of a team that developed a new AS3 gaming client and designed a backend system for seamless localization of gaming content. His contributions extend to mentoring junior developers and providing consultative support, which enhances the overall development process within the organization.