KBLOG 77: From High School Passion to Gaming Industry Success: Matthew's Journey

Written By Richard Kurtz

What happens when a high schooler with big dreams and a knack for programming gets the right support? For Matthew, it led to a career shaping some of the world’s most popular video games.

It all started at Commack High School, where Matthew created a lifesaving program to help pharmacists under pressure—a project that sparked his dream of becoming a video game developer. After graduating in 2015, he pursued a degree at Stanford while interning in Silicon Valley, gaining experience with top gaming companies.

Matthew’s indie game, NoStranger, became a viral hit with over a million players, paving the way for his work on major titles like Fortnite, Call of Duty, and Warzone.

In this episode, Matthew shares:

• His journey from high school programmer to industry pro.

• Behind-the-scenes stories from the gaming world.

• Honest advice about the challenges and rewards of game development.

🎮 Whether you're an aspiring developer or a fan of gaming innovation, this episode is a must-listen.

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Richard Kurtz

Richard Kurtz is an award-winning science educator, teaching in New York for almost 40 years. Richard has had extensive experience working with teachers and students in developing hands-on science activities in biology, science research and inventing both in person and virtually. He is currently a semi-retired educational consultant who is passionate about helping teachers and parents learn and apply strategies to help their students unlock their potential as innovators.

https://www.k12stemspace.com
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