Develop and maintain full-stack applications using technologies such as C#, JavaScript, Typescript, MS SQL, React, jQuery, Bootstrap, HTML5, REST API, Classic ASP, CSS, IIS, Azure, and Git. Optimize SQL procedures and enhance front-end libraries to improve application performance, maintainability, and mobile responsiveness. Implement a React-based front-end for sales personnel to expedite lead management and update processes. Engineer REST APIs to expand data accessibility for reporting and future application development. Standardize user interfaces across platforms utilizing Bootstrap aimed at enhancing user experience and mobile device usability. Transition legacy systems to modern web-based solutions, streamlining business processes and data reporting for retail environments.

Key Contributions:

● Enhanced the usability and performance of a construction firm's applications, contributing to the scalability/quality of the business operations.

● Revitalized a retail store's data entry pages/reporting features, leading to improved user experience and the removal of outdated business logic.

● Designed and implemented a user-friendly internal site to leverage the REST API, providing comprehensive reporting tools for management and sales teams.

● Migrated an in-house MS Access system to a robust MS SQL Server-backed website aimed at enabling real-time data visibility and improving reporting capabilities.

● Successfully modernized a dynamic front-end, resulting in a tailored user experience for various roles within the construction sales, support, and management process.

Developed and maintained features for the Automate Platform using a diverse technology stack including C#, VB.Net, .NET Framework, REST API, Blazor, WinForms, WPF and MySQL 8. Conducted comprehensive code reviews to ensure adherence to coding standards and logical accuracy. Crafted and executed an extensive testing strategy to uphold platform integrity across multiple versions and deployment environments. Authored/updated development documentation to facilitate the onboarding and continuous education of new developers through various interactive methods.

Key Contributions:

● Promoted productivity enhancements through the adoption of utilities and extensions by delivering educational presentations to developers.

● Spearheaded a PowerShell initiative to introduce new features while preserving the functionality of existing client scripts to balance innovation with system reliability.

● Significantly reduced the risk of production vulnerabilities by initiating and documenting enhancements to the GitLab pipeline incorporating Snyk for preemptive security flaw analysis.

● Eliminated a critical security vulnerability within the Automate platform by engineering a sophisticated encryption solution while seamlessly integrating with multiple system components without service interruption.

● Orchestrated a seamless transition for new hires by designing a comprehensive orientation and training program while leveraging documentation, zoom sessions, and screen sharing for effective knowledge transfer.

Managed a team of six software developers while overseeing the transition to Kanban methodology and integrating two new team members post-acquisition. Directed team through a significant rebranding initiative, updating over 110 repositories and optimizing Azure DevOps CI/CD pipelines for streamlined deployment. Led full-stack development efforts across a suite of over 100 production applications while ensuring adherence to NTC UI standards and enhancing error tracking for improved production troubleshooting. Coordinated weekend deployment strategies, balancing manual efforts with automated processes to meet rigorous performance and reliability standards.

Key Contributions:

● Optimized system performance and reliability through diligent systems analysis, surpassing targeted expectations.

● Revitalized data reporting tools using SSRS, tailoring data sources and report designs to meet evolving client specifications.

● Enhanced document traceability by engineering an Azure app service to augment multi-page PDFs with advanced tracking technology.

● Improved address correction and data enrichment processes by developing and implementing an Azure function for third-party API integration.

● Successfully navigated corporate acquisition while spearheading codebase review and updates in line with new ownership guidelines, including UI requirements and report formatting.

Developed and maintained a C#.NET application for postage, addressing, and delivery to ensure compliance with postal regulations and seamless integration with REST APIs. Engineered a VB.NET application for order entry, billing, and reporting to enhance system efficiency by creating and updating queries in Sybase and interfaces with SAP and Salesforce. Conducted on-call maintenance and support to resolve issues and deploy updates through Octopus Deploy. Collaborated with business analysts to update business logic and user forms in response to evolving requirements. Authored and refined WebAPI endpoints to facilitate access to process statuses and parcel data. Revamped desktop UI and reports, leveraging ComponentOne and Crystal Report controls for improved user experience and report delivery.

Key Contributions:

● Optimized data interchange by processing JSON and XML data across REST and SOAP protocols.

● Enhanced codebase management and deployment processes by utilizing Git for version control and Octopus Deploy for sprint releases.

● Streamlined order processing and ad placement by developing promotional pricing applications and ensuring adherence to advertising rules.

● Administered the MuleSoft platform and engineered Mule Applications and Mule Flows to allow data interchange between different manufacturing, order and delivery applications.

Contracted out to Valpak.

VB.NET application for Order Entry, Billing, & Reporting

This application is responsible for receiving the orders from the users, applying promotional pricing, validating the order follows ad rules, build the ad placement in the envelope, finalize the order and mark as ready to print