Résumé - Arthur Dick

Summary

I am a dedicated professional software developer specialized in web development and I can learn new technologies quickly.

I am organized, motivated, and can work effectively on my own or as part of a team.

I am a logical problem solver, and I am passionate about making technology just work.

Technical Skills

Web Development

Advanced, 7 years

HTML, CSS, JavaScript, jQuery, Prototype, AJAX, Flash (AS2, AS3, Flex).

LAMP, PHP, MySQL, Zend MVC Framework.

C# .NET and MS SQL Server.

Node.js and Redis.

Software Development

Expert, 9 years

Object oriented software analysis, design, and development.

Java, Python, C/C++, shell scripting.

Software Development, Agile Methodologies, Web Services, MVC.

CVS, SVN, Git version control.

Work Experience

Mar 2011 - Aug 2012

Developer

Jet Video

Calgary, AB

Responsible for the development and implementation of a video management platform for business with the Zend framework. Integration with multiple external APIs such as YouTube and Google Analytics.

Extending existing software written in both PHP and C#.NET. Adding new functionality such as an online slide creator, and a live video recorder with slide syncing.

Day to day maintenance of existing software and technical support for end users.

Nov 2007 - present

Founder

Riff Play

Calgary, AB

Solo developer for a large web application with a recent pivot to social networking for independent musicians and venues.

Increased self motivation and self direction working without a superior.

Improved organizational skills managing the many aspects of starting a business.

May 2006 - May 2009

Developer

New Media Lottery Services

Calgary, AB

Developed and maintained ActionScript games to interface with a PHP / MySQL back end, gaining experience in the software development industry.

Migrated existing procedural codebase to object-oriented format, experienced working with other developers' code.

Testing and debugging of software to ensure high reliability for systems handling cash.

Education

Sep 2002 - Jun 2006

BSc, Computer Science

University of Calgary

Volunteer Experience

Oct 2007 - Oct 2010

Ski Patroller

Canadian Ski Patrol System

Calgary, AB

Volunteered as a ski patroller at Mount Norquay.

Gained experience working as a team.

Learned to manage high stress situations.

Sep 1992 - Jun 2002

Singer

Calgary Boys' Choir

Calgary, AB

Committed member of the choir for 10 years.

Performed in two international tours, and five national tours.

Experience in a leadership role, responsible for groups of the younger members.

Interests

Camping, enjoy being outdoors in the mountains hiking, and enjoying nature.

Skiing, been an avid skier since the age of four.

Skilled juggler, can juggle five balls at once.

Programming, began programming with Logo in elementary school.

References

Available upon request.