| Chris Nash | ||
| Louisville, Kentucky 40222 | programmer@nashclan.net |
An experienced software developer having over eleven years of experience using a wide variety of programming tools and environments.
Qualifications
Excellent understanding of software design and development processes.
Superior written communication skills; specializing in conveying functional and technical design concepts, as well as translating “geek-speak” into common English for the end user.
Studio art training that translates well to attractive UI design.
Excels in a team environment without hesitating to take the lead when appropriate.
Strong analysis and problem solving skills.
A fast learner who enjoys delving into unfamiliar technologies whenever possible.
Technical Skills
| Languages and Platforms | C/C++, Java, C#, MVC (1.0 & 2.0), LINQ, VB6, VB.NET, SQL, JavaScript, Perl, Pnuts, PowerBuilder, Ajax, JQuery, XML, XSLT, HTML |
| Operating Systems | Windows 3x, 9x, 2000 and XP, SCO, BSD and GNU/Linux (Gentoo, OpenSuse, DSL) |
| Development Tools | Visual Studio (6.0, 2003, 2005, 2008, and 2010), Microsoft SQL Server (2000/2005/2008), PostGreSQL, Visual Source-Safe, CVS, Subversion, Eclipse, Datasweep, Rational Test Suite, GNU Toolchain, Epicor ICE, Crystal Reports |
| Other Software | Microstation, Blender3D, GIMP, Microsoft Office, OpenOffice.org, CygWin, MinGW, vi, Emacs, Windows Scripting Host, Epicor E4SE, Epicor E9 |
Curriculum Vitae
| April 2009 – Present |
I.T. Consultant ZyQuest Information Technology Consultants |
ZyQuest Development Center (October 2010 - Present)
As the first Louisville-based member of ZyQuest's growing Development Center, a variety of small to medium
sized projects were developed. This required tight communication with a team while working remotely and remaining
largely autonomous. Technologies used include MVC and LINQ.
Future Visions, Inc. (August 2010 - October 2010)
Fulfilled a project-based contract to provide customizations to Epicor's E4SE software. Development was
performed using Visual Studio 2005, Epicor ICE and Crystal Reports within a VMWare image. This project
was politically tricky because of the multiple clients. Zyquest's contract was with Future Visions who
partnered with Epicor to provide services to Carlson Marketing Worldwide.
Southern Graphic Systems (April 2009 - August 2010)
Maintained and enhanced order entry software for a client in the prepress graphics
industry. The application is a web-based .NET application that was initially in
use at four plants. Features were added to allow 24 more plants to transition from a
legacy system. Further enhancements were provided utilizing Dynamic Axapta for
customer management, and interfacing with an in-house invoicing system via WCF
services.
| January 2008 – April 2009 |
Senior Software Developer Samtec, Inc. via V-Soft Consulting Group, Inc. |
Enhanced, maintained, and supported Samtec's Quotes and Sales management software. This is a hodgepodge of applications that were developed in-house using VB6 COM+, classic ASP,ASP.NET, Windows Services, Windows Forms, and Click-Once deployment. All of this was on top of an MS SQL Server 2005 cluster and a legacy Advantage Database Server.
| February 2006 – January 2009 |
Software Developer Independent Contractor |
Developed a PostgreSQL database back-end for the purpose of tracking and monitoring cement-mixers.
Added new features to the firmware for the HA7Net, a device which provides a web front-end to a series of 1-Wire devices. Provided ongoing support and development for the HA7Net firmware.
Developed a plug-in for Nagios network monitoring software allowing 1-Wire devices to be monitored and logged over a network.
Created a VB application for a small retail chain. This application manipulated data from an existing Access database allowing more accurate tracking of monthly sales.
| November 2006 – January 2008 |
Programmer / Analyst Flextronics International / Solectron Global Services Louisville, KY |
Responsibilities included maintaining and customizing local instances of Datasweep. This is shop-floor software with a MS SQL Server back-end and Java front-end that is customizable with the Pnuts scripting language.
Also developed a variety of specialized applications, including automated data import scripts, device interfaces, and web-based data presentation. These applications used a variety of technologies such as Windows Scripting Host, Javascript, C# Webservices, Ajax, DHTML, XSLT, and C/C++.
Solectron Global Services was acquired by Flextronics International in October of 2007.
| June 2003 – November 2006 |
Application Developer Epicor Software Corporation Louisville, KY |
Participated in all levels of development of the Epicor for Service Enterprises (E4SE) software product. E4SE is a web-based application developed using Epicor's internal toolset known as ICE. Responsibilities included application and functional design, technical design, new features development, and quality assurance. Daily development tasks required extensive use of C#, JavaScript, SQL, and XML. Spear-headed research and implementation of the use of Rational Robot for regression testing.
Developed new functionality for Epicor's eBackOffice software line, including internal inventory forecasting, as well as integration points for external forecasting software packages. This project involved the use of PowerBuilder and SQL.
Epicor Software Corporation acquired TDC Solutions, Inc. in June of 2003.
| July 2000 - June 2003 |
Application Developer TDC Solutions, Inc. Louisville, KY |
eWarehouse is an add-on module for Epicor's eBackOffice ERP software that adds warehousing and inventory control functionality. Responsible for developing new features and client customizations which involved the use of Visual Studio 6.0, C/C++, VB, and SQL (MS SQL Server).
SynergySC was a web-based distribution application built on the .NET framework. Participated as a member of the four-man development team developing client components for Internet Explorer 6 as well as Pocket I.E, and server components using Web Services on IIS and MS SQL Server.
| February 2000 – July 2000 |
Java Programmer eCorporation Lexington, KY |
Designed, implemented and maintained several web-based applications involving extensive use of Java. Worked with a team and provided support for that team as they moved from a Windows NT platform to Linux. Installed and configured Netscape Enterprise Server 4 (iPlanet), as well as Solaris 2.6.
| October 1998 – February 2000 |
Programmer Lexmark International, Inc. via Analysts International Corporation Lexington, KY |
Contracted to Lexmark International as a software tester. Responsibilities included system maintenance (Windows 3.x/9x and Linux), printer driver testing, and test tool development. This development involved the use of Java, C/C++, Perl, HTML, and SQL.
| August 1997 – October 1998 |
Assistant Manager – Kentucky Frazier Telecommunications Group Winchester, KY and Alcoa, TN |
Liaison between FTG and its client firm, BellSouth Telecommunications. Provided
technical training and support. Performed CAD drafting, and imported FTG's CAD drawings into the BellSouth network. Designed and implemented job-streamlining tools using VBScript. Implemented a recycling program.
| 1997 | Centre College |
| Danville, KY | |
| BSCS with minor in Studio Art |