Kody A. Nguyen
Co-founder and CTO
Anh Nguyễn (Vietnamese: Nguyễn Hưng Tuấn Anh), BSc MSc IT, professionally known as Kody A. Nguyen, is an avid hiker, photographer, and award-winning technical director and CTO of EFFOMA.
For more than 10 years in tech and AR/VR industry, his work has earned him several prestigious film awards and technology award recognitions, including accolades from the Cinequest VR & Film Festival - Best Technology award in Silicon Valley, California; Tokyo Shorts Film Festival; Austin International Art Festival; Telstra + Microsoft hackathon and the Google + Deloitte Hackathon, to name a few. Engaging with Oculus DK1 since 2014, his career in the XR industry has involved deploying multiple AR/VR projects for the Victoria State Government in Australia and collaborating with the Melbourne International Film Festival on XR projects.
Kody is an AR creator within the Meta Spark Partner Network, a network of professional AR creators closely associated with Meta. He is also a member of XR Crowd, a global community of XR professionals, and Immerse Australia, an association focused on immersive technologies.
LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/akodyn
IMDb Profile: https://imdb.com/name/nm14273052
Crunchbase: https://www.crunchbase.com/person/kody-a-nguyen
80.lv: https://80.lv/talent/p/kodya-n
Awards
1st Place - AngelHack Digital Empowerment hackhcmc 2024
Winner - Best Technology, Cinequest 2023
2nd Place - Google + Deloitte Australia Hackathon 2022
Champion - Dota 2 Southeast Asia Division, 28 August 2021
Champion - Dota 2 Southeast Asia Division, 25 January 2020
2nd Place - Microsoft + Telstra Australia Hackathon 2016
Media Presence
Presented his work in Melbourne Geek Night's Virtual Reality / Augmented Reality Show & Tell (Nov 25, 2019) alongside with Nirma Madhoo a fashion filmmaker from Studio Anatomy.
Guest speaker at Computer Science Department, Lạc Hồng University (2018): https://lhu.edu.vn/166/32301/Hoc-hanh-va-lam-viec-nghiem-tuc-de-khang-dinh-thuong-hieu-ban-than.html
Melbourne Film Festival (2018 and 2019): Melbourne Film Festival credits Kody as shown in this link https://miff.com.au/vr
Education
Bachelor of Computer Science, International University, Vietnam National University HCMC
Bachelor of Computing, University of the West of England, Bristol, United Kingdom
Master of Information Technology, Swinburne University of Technology, Melbourne, Australia
PhD Social and Political Sciences, Monash University, Melbourne, Australia
Next-Generation Car Showroom: Revolutionize the car buying experience with Effoma's virtual automotive showrooms. Customers can explore the latest models in a fully immersive 3D environment, right from the comfort of their own home. Our VR showrooms allow users to walk around cars, open doors, inspect interiors, and even take virtual test drives. Customize vehicles with different colors, trims, and accessories to see exactly how their choices will look. This interactive experience not only enhances customer engagement but also provides dealerships with valuable insights into consumer preferences and behaviors.
Space Simulation
Collaborative Data Visualisation in Virtual Reality
Dynamic Data Visualization: Turn complex data sets into compelling visual stories with Effoma's VR data visualization tools. Dive into 3D graphs, charts, and models that make data analysis more intuitive and impactful. Our VR solutions enable users to interact with data in a spatial environment, uncovering patterns and insights that are difficult to see in traditional 2D formats. Whether it's financial data, scientific research, or business analytics, our platform transforms raw data into immersive visual experiences that drive better understanding and decision-making. Collaborate with team members in a shared virtual space, discussing insights and strategies in real-time.
City Visualisation in Virtual Reality
Environment Simulation
Architectural Innovation: Step into a virtual world where your architectural visions come to life. Effoma's VR platform allows architects and designers to create and explore detailed 3D models of buildings and spaces. Experience every nook and cranny of your designs as if you were physically there, making it easier to identify potential issues, optimize spatial arrangements, and ensure ergonomic functionality. Walk through virtual buildings, inspect every detail, and make real-time adjustments, all before a single brick is laid. Our VR solutions also facilitate collaborative design sessions, enabling teams to work together seamlessly from anywhere in the world.
Additional VR Applications:
Virtual Dissections: Enhance anatomy studies with virtual dissections, gaining comprehensive insights without the limitations and ethical concerns of real specimens.
Medical Training Simulations: Equip healthcare professionals with the skills needed for surgical procedures and emergency responses in a risk-free virtual environment.
Physics Experiments: Bring theoretical concepts to life with interactive simulations of complex physics phenomena, such as electromagnetism and wave behavior.
Molecular Modeling: Visualize and manipulate molecular structures for advanced chemistry and biochemistry education.
Equipment Training: Master maintenance and operational procedures on sophisticated machinery through virtual tutorials.
Environmental Science Studies: Simulate ecosystems and environmental processes to study the impacts of various factors on habitats and species.
Robotics and Automation: Test and program robotic systems in a controlled virtual space, refining creations before physical implementation.
Flight and Navigation Simulations: Enhance pilot and navigator skills with realistic flight simulators and navigation scenarios.
Virtual Reality Therapy: Provide effective interventions for phobias, PTSD, and other mental health conditions in a safe and controlled environment.
Urban Planning and Development: Visualize and plan infrastructure projects, traffic flow, and urban development in a 3D virtual space.
Astronomy and Space Exploration: Study celestial phenomena and plan space missions with detailed VR simulations.
Interactive Storytelling and Historical Reenactments: Experience history like never before through immersive VR reenactments and storytelling.
Product Design and Testing: Evaluate and refine product prototypes virtually, saving time and resources in the development process.
Training in Hazardous Environments: Practice and perfect procedures in hazardous environments without real-world risks.
At Effoma, we are committed to pushing the boundaries of what Virtual Reality can achieve. Our innovative VR solutions provide unparalleled opportunities for immersive learning, interactive experiences, and enhanced decision-making. Explore a new dimension of engagement with Effoma today, and see how VR can transform your world.
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WINNER - AngelHack Digital Empowerment hackhcmc 2024
WINNER Best Technology - Cinequest Film & VR Festival | Loverboy (2023)
Best LGBTQ Short - Austin International Art Festival | The Veil (2019)
Film Festivals Awards | 360° 3D VR |The Veil (2019)
NASA International Space Apps Challenge 2024
Dota 2 Champion Southeast Asia Division Tier 3 2020-2021
Best LGBTQ Film - Tokyo Shorts Film Festival | The Veil (2019)
Databricks Accredited Generative AI Fundamentals
Python: Data Analysis Certificate
Udemy - Build Your Mixed Reality Game & Publish it on Meta's App Lab Certificate
Udemy - Multiplayer Virtual Reality (VR) Development With Unity Certificate
RSA 2022 Victoria, Australia
RSA 2019, Victoria, Australia
BSc (Honours) Computing 2015, UWE Bristol, UK
Master of IT 2017, Swinburne University, Australia
PhD Social and Political Sciences
High Distinction, Australian National Chemistry Quiz 2007
1 Hacker Way, Meta HQ, Menlo Park, California
Google HQ, Mountain View, California
SpaceX Starship integrated flight test 4, Boca Chica, Texas
NASA Canberra Deep Space Communication Complex
Grab Headquarters, Jakarta
AR Summit, Meta Spark Partner Network
1st Prize Angelhack hackhcmc Digital Empowerment 2024
2nd Prize, Telstra Hackathon 2016, Melbourne, Australia
Meta Presence Platform Hackathon 2023, Menlo Park, California
2nd Place, Google + Deloitte Hackathon 2022, Melbourne, Australia
Starbase Launch site, SpaceX
Hollywood
Consensus x EasyA Hackathon, Austin, TX
Monkeypaw Productions & Jordan Peele's book
Guest speaker at Lac Hong University
VR Train White Night Melbourne 2018
Startup Weekend Vietnam 2012
Jaguar Factory with UWE Motorsports Club, UK
UWE Motorsports Club 2014
Spotless Hackathon 2016, MCG Stadium, Melbourne, Australia
2nd Prize, Telstra Hackathon 2016, Melbourne, Australia
Oculus DK1 + PSMove
TOM Makeathon 2016, Swinburne University, Melbourne, Australia
GovHack 2017, Melbourne, Australia
Working with Samsung GearVR + Oculus
Youth Parliament Victoria 2016, Australia
RMIT University Virtual Reality Hackathon 2019, Australia
Tensorflow Image Style Transfer 2017
Virtual Production Stype Red Spy 3 + Blackmagic URSA Mini 12K
Linux Users Victoria (LUV) - Tux Mascot