Summary of Qualifications
- 9 years of experience in dynamic web development utilizing various technologies
- Focus on LAMP and OOP development
- Service-oriented attitude and ability to interact effectively with all levels of staff
- Ability to work within marketing and creative frameworks
- Ability to parse technological jargon into layman’s terms
- Quick assimilation of new skills and proprietary systems
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to work concurrently on multiple projects and manage ongoing timelines
- Ability to quickly troubleshoot and debug complex code
- Strong eye for proofreading grammar, punctuation and message
- Intimate understanding of cross-browser compatibility
- Familiarity with semantically correct code, W3C standards and 508 compliance
Technical Skills
Programming Languages:
I am proficient in HTML 4.01, HTML5, XHTML 1.1, CSS 2.1, CSS3, JavaScript, jQuery, DHTML, PHP 4, PHP 5, Classic ASP using VBScript, W3C Standards, and Section 508 Compliance.
I have some familiarity with Coldfusion, Ruby on Rails, ActionScript 2.0, AJAX, XML and RSS.
I have had minor experience with ASP.Net utilizing VBScript, JSP, and other basic coding structures.
Software Platforms:
I am proficient with Microsoft Office 2003 & 2007, Adobe Creative Suite, including Photoshop, Dreamweaver and Flash.
Operating Systems:
I am proficient with MS-DOS 3.x-6.x, Windows 3.1x, 9x, 2000, XP, ME, Vista, and Windows 7. I have some familiarity with Linux-based systems, iOS3 and iOS4.
Frameworks:
I am proficient with WordPress, both as a standalone blogging platform, CMS, and multi-site installations. I am familiar with OpenText/RedDot CMS v9 and v10.
Other Platforms and Technologies:
MS-SQL 2000, MySQL 5.0, Authorize.Net integration, TReND MLS integration, Pinnacle E-Commerce, Facebook API, various Google APIs, online credit card processing, various version control frameworks.
Career Experience
LifeShield, Inc.
Yardley, PA, July 2011-Present
Web Developer utilizing PHP, Specializing in WordPress
I was the primary WordPress developer on the update of the company’s website. I am currently engaged with site-wide scope upgrade and maintenance projects, e-commerce implementation, and updates to marketing priorities.
The Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania
Philadelphia, PA, January 2010 – July 2011
Independent Contractor/Web Developer utilizing PHP, Coldfusion, and Rails
As the web developer for Wharton’s External Affairs department, I was responsible for updates to the various reunion and fundraising pages on Wharton’s website. I took a lead role in the creation of the Alumni class note system and provided wireframes for the new Alumni portal and overall Alumni site.
I was responsible for the creation and maintenance of The Wharton Magazine’s CASE II award-winning Wharton Blog Network, as well as the development and implementation of the new Wharton Magazine website.
IQnection Internet Services, Inc.
Doylestown, PA, November 2007-January 2010
Web Developer utilizing PHP and MySQL
In my capacity within the IQnection team, I worked on a wide range of websites from large development projects to small brochure sites. I was been the lead developer on a number of projects, and drove an initiative to make IQnection’s client sites more SEO-friendly and code compliant. In my time at IQnection I helped the development team push the envelope of HTML and CSS, as well as adding a number of team-building protocols to our normal workflow.
Krames/MediMedia USA
Yardley, PA, July 2006-October 2007
Web Developer utilizing HTML, CSS and JSP
As the sole web developer for Krames’ Marketing Creative Services division, I was responsible for e-commerce web development and design and e-marketing in a corporate environment. I worked with design and marketing teams, prioritized requests, managed a full marketing schedule, acted as a team technical advisor, and liaised with internal technical divisions and outside vendors.
Kinetic Web Solutions
Limerick, PA, September 2003-September 2005
Web Developer, utilizing ASP and MS-SQL
I was responsible for the design and implementation of Kinetic’s client websites, ranging from simple information pages, to complex, high-traffic e-commerce sites. I utilized various technologies to achieve highly dynamic and functional sites while maintaining speed and reliability.
Education
Web Development/E-Commerce Certificate, Cittone Institute, March 2003
