CV / Resume
I am a motivated, self starter who is seeking a challenging career in an IT related field.
Skills Summary
- Very proficient in web development/design.
- Extensive experience using PHP/MySQL in the workplace and as an everyday hobby.
- Very thorough understanding of the Android SDK (Java).
- Understanding of UML and its use in the development of an application.
- Very efficient at researching and a quick learner.
- Thorough understanding of object oriented design.
- Basic knowledge of Linux/Unix and Windows administration.
- Good understanding of the iPhone SDK (Cocao & Objective C)
- Firm understanding of the AJAX technology.
- Understanding of the Microsoft .NET Architecture.
- Thorough understanding of white hat SEO.
- Proficient with XML and JSON.
- Relevant software that I am proficient in is as follows:
- Adobe Photoshop
- Adobe Illustrator
- Microsoft Office
- Visual Studio.NET
- Macromedia Flash
- MySQL
- MS SQL
- Zend Studio
- Netbeans
- XCode
- Other languages that I am proficient in are as follows:
- C/C++ (MFC)
- Java/J2EE
- Objective C & Cocao
- C# / ASP.NET
- VB/VB.NET
- CSS
- HTML / XHTML
- JavaScript
- SQL
- Perl
Certifications
- Zend Certified Engineer (ZCE) (view certificate)
- Zend PHP Certification (view certificate)
Experience
Beam TV (The Mill Group) May 2010 - Present
London, England
Senior PHP5 / Oracle Developer
- Fixing bugs and maintenance of legacy systems.
- Involved in new projects related to an ad management system (commercials).
- Utilize the jQuery JavaScript library
- Working with the Zend Framework on the new projects, and also worked with an in-house custom XSL based framework (on their legacy systems).
- Use Subversion as the CVS.
Avesio Systems (Cara Technology) Jun. 2009 - May 2010
Leatherhead, England
Senior PHP5 / MySQL Developer
- Worked on a taste testing system for breweries, which was to be licensed out on an international level.
- Utilized the Protocol and Dojo JavaScript libraries for various functionality in the system.
- Worked with multiple large MySQL databases
- Worked with Code Igniter and XTemplate as the main framework for the system.
- We used Subversion as the CVS.
Bluesquare Feb. 2008 - Jun. 2009
London, England
Senior PHP5 / MySQL Developer
- Developed dynamic web solutions using PHP5/MySQL, with an object oriented approach.
- Provided technical analysis on upcoming projects.
- Provided support and advice on current systems developed by myself and/or others.
- Worked with a large transaction Informix database, on certain projects
- Worked on frontend development using the Zend Framework, and CSS for layout/styling.
- Used the SCRUM (Agile) methodology for current project delivery with the JIRA platform.
- Worked extensively with JavaScript (jQuery) – used on all projects
- Had exposure and involvement in a large Business Intelligence project, which was built using Microsoft SQL Server and C# (.NET).
Journey’s Travel Insurance Aug. 2007 - Jan. 2008
Staines, Middlesex, England
Senior PHP5 / MySQL Developer
- Development of database driven websites using PHP5/MySQL
- Testing and cross-browser optimization using JavaScript
- Implementation of AJAX in web applications using the Prototype framework.
- Worked with a complicated insurance database, which I had to learn very quickly.
Nexus Media Feb. 2007 - Aug. 2007
Swanley, Kent, England
Search Engine Optimization (SEO) / Developer
- Keyword research for http://www.worldtravelguide.net
- Website optimization reports
- Worked with Perl scripts to assist with the updating of SEO information on pages.
- Performed maintenance tasks and managed the ticketing system.
- Assigned tasks to other developers via the ticketing system.
Solutions with Service Mar. 2006 - Feb. 2007
London, ON
PHP / MySQL Developer
- SEO (search engine optimization) tool development using PHP/MySQL and AJAX.
- Website development/design and optimization for SEO using white hat techniques.
- Various other PHP/MySQL projects.
Zeodev Solutions (Own Business) Jan. 2006 - Mar. 2006
London, ON
PHP / MySQL Developer
- Web design using Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator
- Developed database driven websites with PHP/MySQL
Netadvantage Solutions Apr. 2005 - Jan. 2006
London, ON
PHP / MySQL Developer / Server Admin
- Was in charge of administering two web servers (Windows and Linux Server), a mail server and the DNS server
- Designed database driven PHP/ASP solutions
- Managed multiple MySQL databases
- Worked on an email marketing web application for mass emailing (using PHP/MySQL)
Stream Jan. 2004 - Apr. 2005
London, ON
- Provided technical support for an Internet Service Provider
Freelance Programmer Mar. 2003 - Dec. 2003
London, ON
- Was working on a point of sale system for Head 2 Head Games, which is located in downtown London and currently have been working on a small project that enhances an online java game (About 30-60 people use this application).
- Using VB.NET for the point of sale and C# for the java game enhancer.
GTN Communications Feb. 2001 - Mar. 2003
London, ON
- Provided technical support for multiple Internet Service Providers
- Helped customers resolve billing disputes
Department of National Defense Dec. 1999 - Feb. 2001
London, ON
- Finished QL2 (Basic training)
- Finished QL3 (Infantry training)
Personal Projects
Mobile Development (published applications)
- SiteRank (iPhone)
- SiteRank Lite (Android)
- SiteRank Pro (Android)
- Receipt Wallet (Android)
- Invoice Pal (Android)
- Allergy Pal (Android)
- Model Release Pal (Android)
Websites
- http://www.londonbars.ca
- http://www.worldbars.net
- http://www.fishinginuk.com
- http://www.xil3.com (business site)
- http://www.jondev.net (my personal blog/development/portfolio site)
Education
BSc in Computer Science
London Metropolitan University, London, England
Computer Programmer
Fanshawe College, London, ON