Professional Summary

Customer-focused web developer with 15+ years experience with content management software, customizations and content development to meet both client and employer needs. Proficient in developing databases, SEO, creating user interfaces, writing and testing code, troubleshooting complex issues and implementing new features based on user feedback.

Skills

JavaScript, HTML, CSS, PHP, Website optimization, Technical Analysis, Lifecycle Management, Search Engine Optimization, Troubleshooting


Work History

Freelance Web Developer | Self-employed
Matthews, NC – January 2021 to Current
Front-end website development using WordPress and ShopSite for eBrew.com, GoodRoadCiderworks.com, CarolinaBrewMasters.com and several personal sites.


Lead Developer | McClatchy Corp., The Charlotte Observer
Charlotte, NC – October 2007 to January 2021
Java Script, HTML, XML and XSLT, PHP, J Query. Used custom CMS (CC I- NewsGate, SiteManager) to build section fronts and pages; integrated Twitter and Blogger feeds and built display “widgets” for vendor API data. Maintained Word Press and Drupal branded sites including SouthPark Magazine, Carolina Bride Magazine and CharlotteFive.com. Lead PHP developer for Newsroom layout planning tool, changed reporting and story tools, started development on direct transfer from the CMS.


Senior Developer | ICS Learning Group
Severna Park, MD – July 2003 to October 2007
Developed new features and customizations for Inquisiq EX and modified client websites using ASP, PHP and Java Script. Designed HTML components, SCORM compliant training modules, multi-lingual style sheets and created stored procedures for SQL Server and MySQL. Initiated new technical support site using Kayako Support Suite.

Carpenter / Installer | Anovick Restorations
Easton, MD – January 2002 to July 2003
Performed general carpentry duties and home renovations.

Java Developer | CGI Group Inc.
Annapolis, MD – December 1999 to October 2001
Developed Java solutions for loan application and processing software, which used client specifications to pull credit information and render instantaneous loan decisions.


Project Manager | GSI Commerce, Marketing Services
Ridgely, MD – September 1998 to December 1999
Managed 3 developers to replace PICK Database operating system with Java applet entry screens and Microsoft SQL Server. Company designee to the Joint Industry Rebate Fraud Task Force.

Programmer | Qlarant, (Delmarva Foundation for Medical Care)
Easton, MD – July 1993 to September 1998
Designed and developed data collection systems for in-house and on-site nurse reviewers. Managed databases and hospital reports; wrote database maintenance programs and data queries. Chosen as the Regional Coordinator for HCFA Data Management Team.




Education

University of Maryland University College – Adelphi, MD 2004 to 2006
University of North Carolina – Charlotte, NC 1990 to 1991
Guilford College – Greensboro, NC 1987 to 1989

 

Certifications

Javascript ES6 – Pirple.com | September 2021
( https://www.pirple.com/certificates/urcgnrnzfv )