I am a PHP developer who has a passion for developing complex solutions for projects ranging from extending open-source platforms, internal company client reporting systems, and many other projects which further refine my ability to code efficient solutions in the minimum necessary time.

I have built my own content development framework which handles database abstraction, search engine, reporting / exporting, automated / scheduled PHP jobs (a different type of Cron), and even built my own CMS at one point in my career. I am mostly self taught with the exception of a few mentors online who have helped me through certain aspects of development which can be difficult to understand and use.

For my recommendations and other information, you may also view my LinkedIn professional profile.

I’ve tried to be as thorough as possible with which versions of software I’ve used and keep it up to date as soon as I start using / learning a newer version.

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Skills Obtained
Experience
Education

Skills Obtained

Web Development – Advanced

Apache mod_rewrite
PHP (using OOP) (5.x + 4 + 3)
MySQL (5.x + 4)
JavaScript
jQuery / AJAX
HTML (5 + 4)
CSS (3 + 2)
ISAPI_Rewrite (3 + 2)
XML

Web Development – Minimal Knowledge

ASP / .NET
Flash ActionScript (3 + 2)

IT / Web Skills

Database Administration
Database Architecture
Server Management (cPanel / WHM + Windows + Linux + Plesk + Parallels + Ensim)
WordPress Development (Plugins + Themes + Widgets)
Backup Management
Network Administration
Server Migration
Software Training / Support

Browsers Utilized

Google Chrome (DEV branch since initial release)
Mozilla Firefox (BETA channel since 4 + 3 + 2 + 1.5)
Microsoft Internet Explorer (10 + 9 + 8 + 7 + 6 + 5 + 4 + 3 + 2 + 1)
Apple Safari (6 + 5 + 4 + 3 + 2 + 1)
Netscape / Navigator / Communicator (7 + 6 + 4 + 3 + 2)
IBM WebExplorer

Programs Known – Advanced Level

Adobe Design Premium (CS6-1)
Mozilla Thunderbird (BETA channel)
PhpStorm IDE (Since v2)
Navicat MySQL (Since v6)
Microsoft Office (2010 + 2007 + 2003 + XP + 2000 + 97 + 95)
NetBeans IDE (7 + 6)
Adobe Photoshop (7 + 6 + 5 LE)
Adobe Illustrator (10)
Macromedia Dreamweaver (8 + MX 2004 + MX)
Macromedia Flash Professional (8 + MX 2004 + MX)

Operating Systems Known

Microsoft Windows (8 + 7 + Vista + Server 2008 + Server 2003 + XP + ME + 2000 + 98 + 95 + 3.0)
Mac OS (10.x + Classic 9 + Classic 7)
Google Chrome OS
Ubuntu (11 + 8)
IBM OS2/Warp (4 + 3)
Red Hat Linux (9 + 7)
MS-DOS
PC-DOS

Experience

RD2 (2012-Present)

Position: Web Developer

Location: Dallas, TX

Leading the WordPress Development and involved with other PHP-based applications

Pods Framework for WordPress (2008-Present)

Position: Lead Developer

Location: Dallas, TX

Pods is a Content Development Framework for WordPress which lets you deploy and manage your own content types using an extensive set of easy to use PHP classes and a powerful Administrative UI.

Heritage Auctions (2011-2012)

Site: http://www.ha.com/

Position: Web Developer

Location: Dallas, TX

Maintenance and work on internal web frameworks, and helped work towards refactoring CSS usage over to jQuery UI where possible

Sonic Reality, Inc (2010-2011)

Position: Contract Developer

Location: Dallas, TX

IT
- Server Management
  - FreeBSD + cPanel / WHM
  - Windows Server 2003 + IIS6 + PHP + MySQL
- Server Migration
- Database Administration
Web
- Frontend Development
  - HTML5
  - CSS3
  - JavaScript
  - jQuery / AJAX
- Backend Development
  - PHP
  - MySQL
- WordPress Development
  - Plugins
  - Themes
- Database Architecture
- Information Architecture

SKC Development, LLC (2003-2012)

Position: Developer / Consultant

Location: Dallas, TX

IT
- Server Management
  - FreeBSD + cPanel / WHM (200+ sites)
- Server Migration
- Database Administration
- Network Administration
- Backup Management / Setup
- Software Installation / Updates
- Hardware Installation / Firmware Updates
Web (120+ projects)
- Frontend Development
  - XHTML
  - CSS
  - JavaScript
  - AJAX Development
- Backend Development
  - PHP
  - MySQL
  - ASP.NET
  - MS SQL
  - mod_rewrite
  - ISAPI_Rewrite
- WordPress Development
  - Core Trac Participation
  - Plugins
  - Themes
  - Widgets
- Database Architecture
- Information Architecture
- Client Training / Support
- Bought rights to iWare CMS, completely refactored and redistributed as XtCMS; at height of project it was used by 38+ sites, project scrapped to focus on WordPress Development

Commentary Magazine, Inc (2010-2012)

Site: http://www.commentarymagazine.com/

Position: Contract Developer

Location: Irving, TX

Migrated site/database from ColdFusion to WordPress and Pods Framework
Integrated with PayPal PayFlow Pro and subscription fulfillment service Valtran from Palm Coast Data

Vizion Interactive, Inc (2007-2009)

Site: http://www.vizioninteractive.com/

Position: Senior Developer

Location: Irving, TX

IT
- Server Management
  - FreeBSD + cPanel / WHM
  - Windows Server 2008 + Hyper-V + WAMP
- Server Migration
- Database Administration
- Network Administration
- Software Training / Support
- Backup Management / Setup
- Managing Employee Systems
  - Software Installation / Updates
  - Hardware Installation / Firmware Updates
- IT Documentation
Web
- Frontend Development
  - XHTML
  - CSS
  - JavaScript
  - AJAX Development
- Backend Development
  - PHP
  - MySQL
  - ASP.NET
  - MS SQL
  - mod_rewrite
  - ISAPI_Rewrite
- WordPress Development
  - Plugins (New / Existing)
  - Themes (New)
  - Widgets (New / Existing)
- Database Architecture
- Information Architecture
- Client Training / Support

Lawrence Media Group, LLC (2006-2007)

Position: Web / IT Director

Location: Irving, TX

IT
- Server Management
  - FreeBSD + cPanel / WHM (60+ sites)
  - Windows Server 2003 + Terminal Services
- Server Migration
- Database Administration
- Network Administration
- Software Training / Support
- Backup Management / Setup
- Managing Employee Systems
  - Software Installation / Updates
  - Hardware Installation / Firmware Updates
- IT Documentation
- Remote / On-Site Computer and Network Support for Clients
- Process Automation and Optimization
- CD / DVD Duplication + Graphic Design for Labels + Audio Editing + UPS / USPS
Web (36+ projects)
- Web Design
- Frontend Development
  - XHTML
  - CSS
  - JavaScript
  - AJAX Development
- Backend Development
  - PHP
  - MySQL
  - mod_rewrite
- Database Architecture
- Information Architecture
- Client Training / Support

TUT Services, Inc (2005-2006)

Position: Web Development Internship

Location: Dallas, TX

IT
- Server Management (beginner / minor)
  - Windows Server 2003 + Terminal Services
- SharePoint Services
  - Developed part of Internal site for Partners / Associates
- IT Documentation
Web
- Web Design
- Frontend Development
  - XHTML
  - CSS
  - JavaScript
- Backend Development
  - PHP
  - MySQL
  - mod_rewrite
- Information Architecture

Phi Mu Alpha Sinfonia Fraternity, Inc (2004-Present)

Site: http://sinfonia.org/

Position: Contract Developer / Volunteer

Location: Dallas, TX

Rebuilt Gamma Theta chapter website in 2004 and again in 2008
Built Province 32 website in 2008
Currently revamping National website inside and out (architecture, reorganization, migration, etc)

MacArthur High School (2003-2004)

Position: Webmaster / Volunteer Student Teacher

Location: Irving, TX

Created a New School Website Infrastructure from Scratch using ASP
Managed Web Mastering II class of 20 Students
Updated Website Daily for Teachers, Administration and Counseling Dept
Designed Easy to Use Website (the most advanced for MHS to date)
Setup Network File Sharing Access for WMII Students to Access their work

Education

North Lake Community College (2005-2006)

Location: Irving, TX

Major: Business Administration

Part-time Student
Part-time Independent Contractor
Left to Rethink Major and Work Full-Time

University of North Texas (2004-2005)

Location: Denton, TX

Major: Business Administration

Full-time Student
Part-time Self Employed
Lived On Campus at West Hall
Collegiate Sinfonian of the Phi Mu Alpha Sinfonia Fraternity, Gamma Theta chapter (Music Interest)
Grew a strong temporary dislike for Ramen
Left Due to Lack of Industry Relevant Courses and to Work Part-Time

MacArthur High School (2000-2004)

Location: Irving, TX

Awarded Who’s Who of Technology as a Senior
Business Co-op (1-year)
School Website Class Teacher Assistant (1-year)
Latin Club, Drama Club, Business Professionals of America – Held Secretary Office (1-year)
International Thespian Society (2-years)
Multimedia Class Teacher Assistant and Webmaster (2-years)

Résumé

Skills Obtained

Web Development – Advanced

Web Development – Minimal Knowledge

IT / Web Skills

Browsers Utilized

Programs Known – Advanced Level

Operating Systems Known

Experience

RD2 (2012-Present)

Pods Framework for WordPress (2008-Present)

Heritage Auctions (2011-2012)

Sonic Reality, Inc (2010-2011)

SKC Development, LLC (2003-2012)

Commentary Magazine, Inc (2010-2012)

Vizion Interactive, Inc (2007-2009)

Lawrence Media Group, LLC (2006-2007)

TUT Services, Inc (2005-2006)

Phi Mu Alpha Sinfonia Fraternity, Inc (2004-Present)

MacArthur High School (2003-2004)

Education

North Lake Community College (2005-2006)

University of North Texas (2004-2005)

MacArthur High School (2000-2004)