EDUCATION
University of South Dakota - Vermillion, SD
- Bachelor of Science, Mathematics - December 1999
- Master of Arts, Computer Science - May 2004
- Colloquium Topic: Hyper-Threading Technology
SKILLS
- Languages: Java, PHP, Perl, C++, PL/SQL, Visual Basic
- Internet: HTML, JavaScript, CSS, J2EE, JSP, Apache
- Databases: MySQL, Oracle, SQL Server
- Strong academic preparation in computer sciences, focusing on database systems and object oriented programming.
- Experience with database-oriented applications involving both development and maintenance.
- Excellent teamwork and problem-solving abilities
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
English Department, University of South Dakota - September 1997-December 1999
Website Development
- Designed departmental pages for e-journals and literary projects.
- Developed a system used to maintain literary works. HTML, DHTML, and Javascript were used for the implementation.
Dynamic Business Solutions, Sioux Falls, SD - September 1999-March 2001
Hardware/Software Technician
- Oversaw operations of high-speed cable internet installations in residential areas.
- Worked with many networking and routing protocols.
- Repaired both hardware and software components on PCs.
Computer Science Department, University of South Dakota - September 2001-January 2002
Graduate Assistant
- Teaching assistant for CSCI 105: “Introduction to Computers”
- Designed lessons, taught labs, held office hours and graded assignments for undergraduate students.
Center for Instructional Design and Delivery, University of South Dakota - March 2002-July 2004
Graduate Assistant/Instructor
- Served as instructor to USD faculty and students for many standardized computer applications ranging from Microsoft Office products to Macromedia FlashMX.
- Met one-on-one with faculty and staff for technology assistance.
- Trained students on various object-oriented programming languages such as PHP and C++. Also, trained students/faculty on OOP prototype languages such as Visual Basic and ActionScript.
- Served as Webmaster for the department.
State Publishing & Printing Company, Pierre, SD - December 2004-December 2007
Data Specialist/Information Services
- Handled all incoming and outgoing data for the facility.
- Created and managed relational databases (MSSQL and MySQL) to store and access data on-site.
- Created custom applications for various departments to manage data more efficiently using PHP/MySQL, Visual Basic, and Microsoft Access.
- Performed all IT duties for the plant including hardware swap-outs, operating systems upgrades, tuning, and networking, trouble-shooting, and installations.
Smart Software Solutions, Inc, Pierre, SD - December 2007-Present
Software Engineer
- Develop dynamic web applications in PHP/MySQL and J2EE. Areas of expertise: PHP, MySQL, Java, AJAX, PL/SQL and JSP.
Lead Software Engineer
- Continue developing database-driven dynamic web applications using PHP/MySQL and Java/J2EE.
- Responsibilities include database architecture, software design, project management and team leadership.
ACTIVITIES, HONORS & AWARDS
- Received the Archer B. Gillfallen Award for Web Page Development.