Professional Summary
I'm a seasoned web professional with over 13 years experience and responsible for the development and maintenance of numerous client website and web application front-ends using a variety of modern programming languages such as AngularJs, HTML, CSS, Sass, JavaScript, and Microsoft's .Net framework.
In my tenure as a web developer I've worked closely with clients, product owners, project managers, designers, and application developers to develop custom, complex, and high-quality web applications and website front-ends in a timely and efficient manner.
I make the web better one day at a time.
Employment History
Web User Interface Developer
May 2020 - Present
This position involves developing modern responsive website user interfaces for numerous clients while partnering with a fully remote team of developers, project managers and designers. Projects platforms are varied and range anywhere from either Wordpress or Magento to a proprietary content management platform.
Typical projects in this role involve translating a finished design document from tools like Zeplin, Figma, or Photoshop and creating high fidelity and fully responsive website front-ends that reflect the design as close as possible while within the estimated scope of work.
Highlighted Work:
- BVM Sports - Responsive Website User Interface Development
- Purity One - Single-Use Configurator JavaScript application
- Brooks Utility - Website Maintenance and Support
- Flow Control Group - Website Maintenance and Support
Software Developer at Allscripts, Litchfield Illinois
May 2017 - Apr 2020
Primary duties included development and maintenance of an AngularJS single-page web application and corresponding RESTful web API layer used by health care providers and administrators to manage their organization as a companion to the Microsoft Azure-based EHR system, Avenel.
Worked closely with product owners, scrum masters, and other team members to product quality code on a quarterly release cycle.
Led and participated in regular code reviews and pull requests with other team members.
Worked remotely on a semi-regular basis in an effective and efficient manner.
Front-End Web Developer at LRS Web Solutions
Nov 2006 - May 2017
Developed over 70 client website front-ends based on Microsoft's .Net Framework and Web Forms using a variety of web standards and technologies such as JavaScript, jQuery, HTML and CSS, Sass, Node.js, and more.
Collaborated with a small development team to build a custom content management system based on Microsoft's .Net Framework using ASPX web forms to allow clients the ability to edit and manage their own websites, called LRS Antilles.
Built a custom RETS and MLS/IDX driven web application called LRS Curb Appeal. This application was built for use by Realtors to connect and communicate to potential home buyers and integrate their listings directly within their own website.
Helped create a custom eCommerce platform based on the .Net Framework using web forms to allow clients the ability to manage their own product listings and sell directly on their own website.
Other responsibilities included:
- Transforming high-quality designs and visions created by graphic designers into a fully functioning website front-ends while preserving the detail and integrity of the design
- Ensuring each website developed is optimized for viewing on an array of devices such as mobile/touchscreen devices, tablets, laptops and desktops
- Performing browser testing and troubleshooting, and ensuring each user experience is optimized for every major browser's capabilities and meets the users needs and expectations, using a responsive design philosophy
- Search Engine Optimization and Google Analytics integration into existing websites
- Usability direction and user experience guidance and consulting
- Training and transitioning fellow teammates on new and evolving web trends and technologies
- Developing new and retrofitting existing websites with WCAG 2.0 and ADA accessibility standards
- New project estimation and requirements gathering
Highlighted Websites:
- Designer Landscapes
- Diversified Yacht Services, Inc.
- E.L. Pruitt
- Levi, Ray & Shoup, Inc.
- LRS Consulting Services
- LRS IT Solutions
- LRS Jobs
- The Federation of Independent Illinois Colleges and Universities
- Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library Foundation
- Springfield Lutheran High School
- Pallet Repair Group, Inc.
- Farmer's State Bank
- Marine Bank
- First Bankers Trust
- Illinois National Bank
- Prairie State Bank
- Township Officials of Illinois Risk Management Association
- Township Officials of Illinois
- Illinois Amber Alert
- Illinois Banker Association
Education
BS, Digital Media at Greenville University
Aug 2004 - May 2006
Illinois State University
Aug 2002 - May 2004
Extra-curricular Activities
Volunteer Audio Engineer - Front of House at West Side Christian Church
Jan 2007 - Present
As an outlet for more creativity, volunteering as a FOH audio engineer and technician has its share of challenges.
This position is always evolving and requires focused attention, a good ear for music, and most importantly a passion for working with people.
Since 2007 West Side Christian Church has transitioned from 3 to 4 services on Sunday morning including the addition of an online platform. In the past decade alone the church has seen membership and weekly attendance surpass 3400 people on a regular basis.
In a technical sense, this position originally started as an all-volunteer team, with limited experience by all. Since then the front of house mixing desk has evolved from an analog, 48 channel Allen & Heath ML5000 console to Avid's SC48 and Venue Profile desks. In addition, services have become more dynamic and engaging allowing those attending to worship and connect in a high-quality atmosphere. Working closely with musicians, stage producers, lighting engineers and technical producers on a regular basis has allowed me to expand my areas of responsibility and reliability outside of the normal 8-5 business hours and roles.
Personality Traits
Myers-Briggs: ISTP
Enneagram: Type 9
StrengthsFinder Top 5: Context, Adaptability, Harmony, Developer, Input