A Hacking Kinect developer leverages the capabilities of Microsoft's Kinect, a motion-sensing device, beyond its original gaming purpose. They manipulate its software and hardware to create new applications, ranging from robotics to healthcare. Their tasks include understanding the device's infrared and depth sensors, managing data streams, and programming Kinect's interaction with computers. They frequently use programming languages like C++, C#, or Python. Their work involves a great deal of creativity and problem-solving, as they explore the device's potential and work towards innovative solutions, whether it's in gesture recognition, mapping, or interactive art installations.