PHP 4.x-5.x

I have been programming in PHP since early 2003 and have developed several web sites and web applications using this dyanmic language. I originally started by using procedural programming practices, but with advanced in PHP 5.x I began applying some object-oriented skills learned during my Java training to migrate to object-oriented PHP web applications.

One application developed was a direct replace for an ailing FTP server at my preivous employer. I created storage areas on our network, created a secure login area and the application allowed the transfer of files from the employer to vendors for product manufacturing.

My PHP experience not only includes programming with the language, but also includes installation, configuration, and custom compilation of PHP binaries.

MySQL 4.x-5.x

Around the same time I started using PHP, I began using MySQL for database backend development. This was the logical, open-source choice for a small business, and I found it trustworthy and scalable for use in the enterprise as well. Some web applications I have develeped with MySQL as the backend include vendor extranets, e-commerce applications and customer support interfaces.

Experience with MySQL includes installation and configuration from both Linux distribution binaries and source code compilation. In addtion, using MySQL has allowed me to perform the follow roles/functions at an enterprise level: database administration, creation, monitoring and performance tuning experience.

Soft Skills

Throught various education, employement and personal endeavors, I have had good opportunity to practice and hone my soft skills. I have had excellent opportunity to use my written and oral communications by interfacing with all levels of managment and giving presentations to mid-sized audiences. Through these experiences I have foudn how to ensure my communication is natural and focused on who I am communicating with. From experience in fast-tracking web applications to developing long-term web presence goals, project management has been integral in creating success in seeing projects from conception to final completion. This has been true in both corporate ane entrepreneurial settings.