Resumé
Work Experience
Web Developer
Hurricane Technologies » Rochester, New York (2006 – Present)
Designed, developed, and deployed web sites using PHP, JavaScript, XHTML, and CSS with an emphasis on standards based markup and cross-browser compatibility. Actively educated myself on emerging technologies and opportunities and offered recommendations and solutions. Successfully managed a seamless server transfer of the entire client base. Monitored server activity, made recommendations on new hosting plans based on client needs, and provided support to clients regarding server issues. Designed and developed a database-driven workflow management system for in-house use.
New Media Developer
Balanced Physical Therapy » Chapel Hill, North Carolina (2005)
Designed and deployed a resource management system based on the Textpattern content management system. Designed and produced marketing materials for local publications.
Freelance Highlights
Web Developer
Reel Photography » Elmira, New York (2006 - Present)
Consulted client to determine web site requirements. Designed, developed, and deployed a custom web solution using PHP’s Smarty framework along with AJAX and XML powered photo galleries. Managed an online marketing campaign, and offered recommendations.
Web Developer
Shakori Hills » Chapel Hill, North Carolina (2004 - 2006)
Consulted with colleague on designs and site requirements. Developed several modules using PHP, XHTML, and CSS for use on the site. Consulted on a transition to WordPress in 2006.
Open Source Development
Lead Developer
WordPress Plugin: Page Link Manager (2006 – Present)
Advocated the use of WordPress as a content management system by designing, developing, and supporting a plug-in for the WordPress blogging platform using PHP and the WordPress API that allows users to toggle page link visibility in their site’s navigation from an administration panel.
Skills
Coding
Strong knowledge of PHP (including the Smarty framework), mySQL, XHTML, CSS, and JavaScript (including the Prototype and Scriptaculous libraries). Fundamental knowledge of Ruby on Rails, XML and ODBC. Basic knowledge of ActionScript, Perl, Java, and C++.
Systems
Strong knowledge of Mac OS X and Microsoft Windows XP. Fundamental knowledge of Unix, Apache, and Subversion. Basic knowledge of Mongrel, WEBrick, and Capistrano.
Software
Experience with TextMate, Dreamweaver, and Coda for programming. Experience with Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator, and Flash for design. Experience with Audition, Final Cut Pro, AfterEffects, and Quicktime Broadcaster for production.
Education
New Media Interactive Development
Rochester Institute of Technology (2003 - 2007)
Received a Bachelors of Science in New Media Interactive Development (web programming focus).
