Portfolio / 2026

Thomas Marley

Alias: Veos

Software Developer

I design and ship practical software across web, automation, and tooling. I care about reliable systems, clean UI, and products that feel fast.

Base

United Kingdom (BST)

Years Building

7 years programming

Focus Areas

SQL, Python & Lua

Experience

Career Timeline

November 2023 to July 2024

T Level Placement Student

Durham University

Completed a 315 hour industry placement within Durham University. Designed and built Power Apps to support internal processes and improve efficiency across departments. Developed Power BI dashboards to provide clear reporting and data tracking, helping teams make better use of operational data. Worked with stakeholders to understand requirements and translate them into practical solutions.

September 2024 to October 2025

Undergraduate Apprentice Analyst

Durham University

Worked in the Student Experience team while studying for an undergraduate degree with Exeter University. Supported core student systems, including data handling, issue investigation, and system improvements. Assisted with maintaining data accuracy and reliability across services used by students and staff. Gained experience working in a live production environment, balancing operational support with ongoing development work.

October 2025 to Present

IS Senior Analyst, Core Banner

Durham University

Member of the Core Banner team, responsible for SQL development and ongoing data maintenance within the student records database. Investigate and resolve complex data issues, ensuring system integrity and consistency. Contribute to a large scale project aimed at improving the full student journey. Work closely with stakeholders to deliver changes that have a direct impact on student experience and administrative efficiency.

March 2020 to Present

Director and Software Developer

Gigabyte Games

Founded and lead a small game development and software development group. Oversee project planning, development, and delivery across multiple titles. Manage and support a team of developers, setting direction and maintaining progress against goals. Contribute directly to development, primarily in the data storage area and middleware applications. Built experience in leadership, project management, and software delivery through real world projects.

Selected Work

Projects

Sentra Middleware

Advanced game server management and moderation tools for Roblox games. Built entirely by me — frontend UI design, backend application, database architecture, native Roblox integration, and Discord bot integration.

  • Advanced anti-cheat and exploit detection
  • Built-in user reporting system
  • Staff management: Shifts, Leaderboards, Access Control, Leave Requests
  • Direct in-game integration
  • Discord bot integration for simple management
  • Game analytics dashboard
  • Python
  • Luau
  • SQL
  • Discord API
  • Roblox API
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Bowling Tycoon

A Roblox tycoon game where players build and expand a bowling business into a full entertainment empire, compete on leaderboards, and visit other player tycoons. I was founder, sole programmer, and project lead, owning all systems and delivery.

  • Expansion system covering lanes, amenities, arcade, bumper cars, and cafe
  • Progression and economy loops tied to profit growth and upgrades
  • Leaderboard competition and multiplayer tycoon visits
  • Future rebirth path planned to unlock additional tycoons
  • End-to-end ownership: gameplay systems, planning, and technical direction
  • Luau
  • Roblox
  • VS Code
  • Rojo
  • GitHub Actions CI/CD
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Present Delivery Simulator

A Roblox simulator where players collect presents from Santa's workshop and deliver them across unlockable themed districts. As players progress, they expand routes, increase earnings, and optimize delivery loops with pet-based boosts.

  • Five unlockable map zones with distinct themes and delivery targets
  • Delivery cooldowns to encourage exploration and route planning
  • Progressive economy from starter cabins to high-value city districts
  • Pet system with rarity-based purchases and per-delivery money boosts
  • Three pet categories: Santas, Snowmen, and Reindeers
  • Luau
  • Roblox
  • Game Systems
  • Progression Design
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Web Development and Hosting

Freelance web development and hosting work for business clients, from initial site builds through deployment, domain setup, and ongoing maintenance.

  • Delivered complete brochure-style business websites
  • Handled live hosting and production setup
  • Configured domains and deployment workflows
  • Provided iterative updates and support
  • Web Development
  • Deployment
  • Hosting
  • Maintenance

Contact

Let’s build something useful.

If you want a dependable engineer who can move from idea to shipped product quickly, send me an email and we can talk scope.

thomas@gigabyteweb.com
Discord #veos