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Objective
My objective is to work in a web environment industry or move toward that goal. Through this goal I hope to improve my knowledge in web technology and continue to learn new things in the web industry.
Knowledge
Operating Systems
  • Windows 95/98/NT/2K/XP
  • Linux/Unix
  • Mac OS
Server Technologies and Configuration
  • Apache Web Server
  • Tomcat Web Server
  • MySQL
  • VMware ESX Server
Scripting Languages
  • JavaScript
  • Java
  • JQuery
  • Perl
  • PHP
  • Shell Scripting
  • XHTML
  • Flash
  • CSS
GUI Editors
  • Dreamweaver CS3
  • Flash CS3
  • Fireworks CS3
  • Photoshop CS3
  • Aptana Studio
Support Roles
  • Web Marketing Development Support
  • PC Repair
  • Quality Assurance
  • Web Development
CMS Systems
  • Xoops
  • Joomla
  • Wordpress
  • Typo3
  • Zen Cart
  • Interwoven
Job Experience
VMware Palo Alto, CA
Associate Applications Developer 3/07 - Present
  • Worked with Marketing and Web Producers to create Flexible Content Elements (FCE) which allowed Web Producers to place any combination of content on the VMware website.
  • Took part in VMware site redesign, creating new FCE modules from PSD2HTML converted files.
  • Worked with various departments (Marketing, Education, Accounting, etc.) to consolidate all web support forms into one dynamic contact form.
  • Worked with Marketing to consolidate all portal logins (E-Learning, Communities, Product Downloads, Self Service, etc.) into one dynamically driven central location so customers have an easier time navigating the VMware website.
  • Worked with Flash Design Team to add backend ActionScript (AS2/AS3) to their marketing projects.
  • Worked with Flash Design Team to add tracking to Flash Presentations and Videos using Omniture so marketing could help better target customers.
  • Worked with Flash Design Team to consolidate all Flash videos, creating a number of custom Flash players for producers. This gave them new options to track videos, add subtitles and have multi language menu options.
  • Took part in converting Typo3 Flexible Content Elements to Interwoven Components and Page Templates in XML and XSL in preparation for the move to Interwoven.
  • Created tables layouts using a combination of DHTML, CSS, JavaScript and Jquery.
  • Worked with Web Producers to fix cross browser compatibility issues relating to CSS styling so the visitor has an even experience.
  • Maintained projects in SVN using TortoiseSVN and Perforce.
Skills used: PHP, Shell, Perl, Flash, PS3, XHTML, CSS, JQuery, JavaScript, Apache configuration, Server OS Installation
HP (Trinite Inc) Palo Alto, CA
Web Hosting Engineer 12/06 - 3/07 (3 mths)
  • Updated Shell, Perl and Java scripts for different departments to bring them up to date and improve usability.
  • Configured Apache, Tomcat and Weblogic servers to add to the pool of web services HP was deploying.
  • Automated Apache and Tomcat installation which increased efficiency by 75 to 80 percent.
  • Supported corporate users in their management of web services so these services remained available to their customers.
Skills used: Shell, Perl, Apache, Tomcat, Weblogic configuration
Xerox (Tac Worldwide) Palo Alto, CA
Solutions Engineer 3/05 - 12/06 (21mths)
  • Provided web services support for docushareondemand.com and Xerox.com websites which enhanced user interaction for these sites and lessened customer call in phone support.
  • Wrote scripts to prepare the web server and database, so they could be backed up to tap by hosting company.
  • Assisted engineering team and sales team as a middleman in conveying ideas for increasing the scalability of DocuShare.
  • Managed DocuShare OnDemand for both US and New Zealand sites and worked with Datacenter as the first point of contact to insure services were available to customers.
  • Maintained a demo environment consisting of 4 servers (Redhat/Windows 2003) for the Xerox sales team to allow them to demonstrate the functionality of DocuShare to their customers in the field.
  • Worked with the Quality Assurance Team, setting up test environments running Apache, Tomcat, MySQL and DocuShare to simulate issues users were finding.
  • Worked with different departments as a backup to offer web and programming services so the engineering team could focus on core projects.
Skills used: Shell, Perl, PHP, Java, JSP, CGI, SQL, Photoshop, Dreamweaver, Netbeans, Eclipse

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Table For Six San Francisco, CA
Webmaster/Technical Support 7/04 - 11/04 (4 mths)
  • Maintained company website using a combination of PHP, HTML, CSS and Photoshop.
  • Created scripts and forms to promote more user interactions and feedback to upper management.
  • Created new banner adds using Fireworks and Photoshop to help promote weekly events and for affiliate websites.
  • Worked with team members to create new weekly event themes to display on company website.
  • Created custom event mailing lists to help draw in members to upcoming events.
  • Provided IT support for 4 offices and maintained hardware and software so employees could do their jobs.
  • Point of contact for any issues relating to software or hardware and conducted training on Office applications and general computer use.
  • Skills used: PHP, HTML, CSS, Photoshop, Fireworks, Dreamweaver
Comcity Dublin, CA
Technical Support/Web Designer 4/04 - 7/04 (3 mths)
  • Worked with small business owners utilizing company shopping cart to help their business get up and running.
  • Provided scripting support services to websites needing help working with HTML, ASP and PHP scripts.
  • Created new virtual websites and starter websites on Apache and IIS and also registered domain names so small business owners could be up and running with little effort.
  • Provided support and training and worked with website owners to properly configure their websites in preparation to becoming an e-commerce site.
  • Created SSL certificates and configured payment gateways so website owners could start accepting payments.
Skills used: PHP, HTML, Apache, IIS, MySQL, MS Access, Dreamweaver
CrystalGraphics Santa Clara, CA
Technical Support Engineer 8/03 - 2/04 (6 mths)
  • Supported CrystalGraphics customers with setting up and creating templates for FrontPage for the purpose of building store front websites
  • Assisted customers with HTML and Flash coding to educate on HTML web standards
  • Setup testing lab for use in proper testing of Crystal Graphic products.
  • Created images of various test scenarios so testing could be completed more efficiently on alpha and beta products and to reproduce customer issues.
  • Performed IT functions including software configuration, hardware repairs, network monitoring and training to internal employees
  • Performed system administration role for the company including managing backups, account administration, printer support and laptop configuration.
Skills used: HTML, CSS, FrontPage, System Administration, QA
Namco (Nelson Staffing) Santa Clara, CA
QA Engineer 04/03 08/03 (4 mths)
  • Performed functionality, usability and regression testing of game software.
  • Wrote and tracked bugs found and reproduced bugs to Lead for verification purposes.
  • Worked with Developer to reproduce and fix bugs found during the course of testing.
Skills used: QA Testing knowledge, Gaming knowledge
Sony (Nelson Staffing) Foster City, CA
Consumer Service Representative 10/02 - 04/03 (6 mths)
  • Supported the Sony Playstation through configuration and network setup.
  • Tracked repair status and shipping status for customer Playstations through UPS, USPS and Fed Ex .
  • Configured routers, firewalls and wireless access so customer’s console could access the Internet.
Skills used: Customer Service knowledge, Networking Skills
Roxio (Teksystems ) Milpitas, CA
QA Test Engineer 12/00 - 11/01
  • Performed Regression and Acceptance testing, information the Developers of my findings.
  • Build test systems and created OS images to improve efficiency in testing.
  • Provided support and troubleshooting necessary to resolve customer problems with Software application.
Skills used: PC Knowledge, Troubleshooting knowledge
SBC Internet (Setka) San Francisco, CA
Senior Technical Analyst 3/00 - 10/00
  • Performed Second Level troubleshooting to help First Level technicians resolve customer issues.
  • Worked with customers to configure Local LANs and Wireless routers which allowed them to connect to the Internet.
  • Worked with customers to resolve browser issues and educated users on Internet usage.
  • Helped customers configure email clients and also explained web email so they could retrieve their email.
Skills used: Network troubleshooting, Network configuration
AT&T Braodband (Prince Telecom) Fremont, CA
Cable Data Installer / Technician 4/99 - 2/00
  • Managed a team of four Technicians as Second Level and Supervisor Support.
  • Worked with Technicians to configure PC and Mac computers in preparation for accessing TCI high speed network.
  • Responded to customer issues and worked with them to get their computers back on the internet.
Skills used: Networking knowledge, PC repair and troubleshooting knowledge
Providian Financial Pleasanton, CA
Data Security Administrator 10/98 - 3/99
  • Provided First Level Helpdesk support to internal employees
  • Managed domain accounts through NT, Unix and Novell
  • Worked with various teams to communicate outages and notifications so all departments were aware.
Skills used: Administration knowledge
Education
Foothill College: Goal of obtaining Java Development Certification
Mission College: Classes needed for Java Development Certification
De Anza College: Obtained Certificate of Achievement Web Development
Leeward Community College: Introduction to computers course
Hobbies
I maintain my own dedicated web server running Fedora and Apache. Currently I host 6 websites which are combination of personal, business and ecommerce sites. I also work with the Xoops and Joomla community to develop and maintain modules and components. Popular component/modules I maintain is XGallery (Joomla) and X Movie (Xoops).
Videos
Albis - Fire in the Sky
06-25-2007
Hits 852
Reform will stop
08-11-2009
Hits 519
Utada Hikaru - Traveling
06-06-2008
Hits 1877
Ayumi Hamasaki - Forgiveness
11-10-2008
Hits 2953
Gidgey Elemental PvP 2
11-07-2008
Hits 742
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