Rob's Resume
Robert H. Ramsey
E-mail: rob@intellipute.com
Technical Skills and Abilities
| Operating Systems & Networks |
Programming Languages |
Application Skills |
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DOS
Netware 3.12 / 4.1
NT 3.51 / 4.0 / 2000
UNIX / LINUX
Windows 3.1 / 95 / 98 / ME / 2000 / XP
LANtastic
LAN/WAN
COM / COM+ / DCOM |
Visual Basic 3 / 4 / 5/ 6
HTML / DHTML / Java
Business BASIC / BASIC
VC++ / Borland Turbo C++
RDBMS / SQL / Access / Oracle
Visual Interdev / ASP / XML
JavaScript / VB Script / Perl
AutoLisp, Diesel & DCL |
MS
Office 4.3 / 95 / 97 / 2000/XP
Access 2.0 / 95 / 97 / 2000
Microsoft Project / VSS
SQL Server 6.5 / 7.0 / 2000
Apache / O'Reilly Website / Microsoft IIS
RoboHelp / Install Shield
MTS/ASP/ChiliSoft ASP
AutoCAD /Micro Station |
General Skills and Abilities
Strong Communication and Writing Skills; Dependable; Able to Supervise Others; Team Player; Honest; Self Motivated; Quick Learner
Experience
An attempt has been made to list projects in reverse chronological order. Often many project timelines overlap each other.
Intellipute LLC Senior Developer Programmer/Analyst
05/2000 - Present
Projects
Forsythe Technology (6 months): Worked with companies Information Technology team to enhance, modify and upgrade existing order processing and sales proposal application, a Multi-tier Internet Web Application. The application made extensive use of COM and COM+ components written in VB. Responsibilities included design and development of business components, design and development of web pages, installation and configuration of web servers development of a Disaster Recovery Plan. Documentation was also provided in the form of an Administration Guide and a Programmers Guide. Technologies used: Internet Information Server 5.0, Windows NT Server 4.0, Windows 2000 Server, Windows 2000 Professional, Microsoft Project 2000, Oracle 8, Visual Interdev 6.0, Visual Basic 6.0, JavaScript, Visual Basic Script, Active Server Page Technology, Microsoft Office 2000 Automation, Visual Basic for Applications, COM technology, HTML, DHTML, ADO, MDAC and Visual Source Safe.
Accenture (1month): Developed an Internet Web Site for registration of major corporate event. Server side scripting of the web site took advantage of existing COM components that used an LDAP security model to authenticate user access. Data base information was stored in Microsoft SQL Server 7.0 database and integrated with Microsoft Access 2000 for on-site processing and reporting. As often happens with large corporations, this project did not get approval until 10 days before it was needed. With an expected high visibility to corporate executives, and with over 10,000 employees expected to access the site within a 2 week time frame, the web site had to be designed to handle the heavy traffic and to be robust and virtually error free. The project was completed on time and exceeded expectations. Responsibilities included web site development, database design, report generation and data-integration. Technologies used: Internet Information Server 5.0, Windows 2000 Server, Microsoft SQL Server 7.0, Visual Interdev 6.0, JavaScript, Visual Basic Script, Active Server Page Technology, Microsoft Access 2000, COM technology, HTML, DHTML, FrontPage 2000, ADO, MDAC and LDAP.
Forsythe Technology (4 months): Upgraded and enhanced an existing Client Server Application. The application is a custom accounting package responsible for processing sales commissions for a national sales force. The server was upgrade from Windows NT 4.0 Server running Microsoft SQL Server 6.5 to Windows 2000 Server running Microsoft SQL Server 2000. The client was upgraded from Visual Basic 5.0 and Crystal Reports 5.0 to Visual Basic 6.0 and Crystal Reports 6.0. The length of this project was originally estimated to last 5 months. It was completed in 4 months and came in under budget. Responsibilities included installation and configuration of the server software including Microsoft SQL Server; data integration with external database systems and legacy applications, primarily Oracle and Lawson; intensive modifications to the database structure and stored procedures; and intensive modification to the VB code. Completion of the project included installation training and implementation of a disaster recovery plan. Technologies used: Windows NT 4.0 Server, Windows 2000 Server, Microsoft SQL Server 6.5 & 2000, Visual Basic 5.0 & 6.0, Crystal Reports 5.0 & 6.0, , ADO, MDAC and Visual Source Safe.
BlueSuit Inc (2 months): Worked as an Analyst with the Product Manager, Project Manager and the Director of IT Strategy to develop an application development and implementation methodology. The methodology included definition of processes and procedures for defining Business Requirements; implementation of Change Management; development of Vision and Scope; and Project Management Procedures. Technologies used: Windows 2000 Professional, Microsoft Office 2000 including Microsoft Project 2000, and Visual Source Safe.
StarCom/Leo Burnett (4 months): Served as the Project Manager and Senior Developer for a global e-Business solution that performed transactional data capture and real-time reporting functionality. The application was designed to be database driven so that the least amount of programming would be required as business needs changed. Coordinated system upgrades and data integration needs to provide for anticipated access needs. Performed Quality Assurance on project deliverables and documentation. Technologies used: Internet Information Server, Windows NT Server 4.0, Windows 2000 Server, Windows 2000 Professional, Microsoft Project, Oracle, Visual Interdev 6.0, Visual Basic 6.0, JavaScript, Visual Basic Script, Active Server Page Technology, ADO, MDAC, COM technology, HTML, DHTML, and Visual Source Safe.
Accenture (2 months): This project was divided into multiple components that were spread over a year with references to previous projects. Development primarily involved work with Microsoft Access databases with links to Microsoft SQL Server. Responsibilities included database design including tables, relationships and queries; GUI interface design with Access Forms and through Excel spread sheets; and intensive reporting with Access Reports. Technologies used: Microsoft Access 97 & 2000, Microsoft SQL Server 7.0, Microsoft Office.
Various Corporate Web Sites: Various Internet/Intranet e-business/e-commerce web sites from multiple corporations and smaller companies. These projects often overlapped each other and other higher profile projects. Examples are www.egiftsfromtheheart.com, www.centralfloridabox.com, www.midastouchgold.com, and www.intellipute.net . Responsibilities included web site design, web site development, graphic design, and site administration. Technologies used: Internet Information Server 5.0, Windows 2000 Server, Microsoft SQL Server 7.0 & 2000, Visual Interdev 6.0, JavaScript, Visual Basic Script, Active Server Page Technology, COM technology, HTML, DHTML, XML, FrontPage 2000, Apache Web Server, CGI, Perl, Java, Linux, ChiliSoft ASP, MySQL, FTP, Telnet and Visual Basic 6.0.
Norstan Consulting Senior Consultant & Delivery Services Manager
10/98 – 05/2000
Projects
Delivery Services Manager: Responsibilities included management of all active client engagements. I directed the implementation of Norstan Consulting's Project Management Methodology. Special responsibilities included review of weekly status reports, change order requests, project cost and time lines. Part of my job descriptions was to remain billable to clients 50% of the time as a Senior Consultant. Often my work week extended well past the normal 40 hours.
Forsythe Technology (6 months): Worked as senior programmer analyst and project manager for a team developing a web-enabled proposal generation application to increase the productivity of the sales. Improved the existing manual proposal generation process through a user-friendly automation process. Technologies used: Internet Information Server, Windows NT Server 4.0, Oracle, Visual Interdev 6.0, Visual Basic 5.0, Visual Basic Script, Active Server Page technology, OLE Automation, Visual Basic for Applications, COM technology, ADO, MDAC HTML, and DHTML.
Anderson Consulting (4 months): Worked as a Senior Consultant and mentor to assist junior team members in development of Microsoft Access database applications used to track, manage and report on corporate events, meetings, and planned activities. Technologies used: Microsoft Windows 98/95, Microsoft Office 97, Microsoft Access 97, Microsoft SQL Server 6.5, OLE Automation, Visual Basic for Applications and COM Technology.
Character Link (4 months): Developed an improved security model for connection to a member restricted Internet Web Site. Provided improved data access performance through the use of Visual Interdev’s object scripting model. Modified login methods to connect to Microsoft SQL Server 6.5. Developed testing and development environment. Analyzed existing search engine model and provided alternative solutions for a cost-effective Boolean key word search. Technologies used: Microsoft Office Products, SQL Server 6.5, Microsoft Access 97, Windows NT Server 4.0, Visual Interdev 6.0, Visual Basic 5.0, OLE automation, Visual Basic for Applications, COM Technology, Visual Source Safe, JavaScript, ADO, MDAC HTML, XML.
Internal Corporate Branch Intranet (3 months): Worked as Project Manager and Senior Developer to design, develop and deploy a corporate Intranet Web Site. Technologies used: Microsoft FrontPage 98, SQL Server 6.5, Windows NT Server 4.0, Visual Interdev 6.0, Visual Basic 6.0, OLE automation, COM Technology, Visual Source Safe, JavaScript, HTML, XML.
Trane AMS (3 months): Worked as a Senior Programmer for development of a Windows Desktop application. The purpose of the application was to provide a synchronization utility for laptop computers to connect to the network, download database information and work remotely. Technologies used: Microsoft Windows 98/95, Microsoft Office 97, Microsoft Access 97, Microsoft SQL Server 6.5, OLE Automation, ADO, Visual Basic for Applications and Visual Basic 5.0.
TM Floyd & Company Technical Consultant & Programmer
07/98 – 10/98
Projects
NAII (3 months): Programmer on a Year 2000 project. Primary duties include development of a client application in Windows NT Workstation with Visual Basic 5.0 and
QMF/HPO to connect with a DB2 database on a mainframe server. Create class modules in compliance with Microsoft‘s Component Object Module. Perform installation, integration and administration of Visual SourceSafe. Construct specification documentation for implementation of client security. Suggest and install development software upgrades, fixes and service packs. Initiate module coordination between members of development team. Implement common module access through a custom menu system contained within a Multiple Document Interface. Technologies used: Microsoft Windows NT Workstation, Microsoft Office 97, Microsoft Access 97, ADO, Visual Basic 5.0, Visual Source Safe, COM and DB2.
Transtech, Inc Senior Programmer Analyst
07/97 – 07/98
Projects
CitiCorp (1 year): Project Manager and Programmer for development of a financial sales and inventory application. The project was designed for use as a multi-user network application, which provides both point-of-sale and back office processing. Analyze existing software and design a relational database model to resemble existing system. Develop client interface for new data structure. Handle financial calculations to 7 decimal point precision. Communicate with central processing center via dial up connection. Implement full security and password encryption. The application was designed for a global market and was installed in dozens of countries. Other duties include administration of NT LAN. Technologies used: Microsoft Office 95, SQL Server 6.0, Microsoft Access 95, Windows NT Server 4.0, Windows NT Workstation, Windows 95, Windows 3.11, Visual Basic 4.0 32 bit, Visual Basic 4.0 16 bit, OLE Automation, Visual Source Safe, InstallShield.
CSD Software Solutions Application Developer
04/97 – 06/97
Projects
Florida Hospital (2 months): Analyze custom software requirements needed to compare information residing on different platforms and systems. Offer development strategies and solutions to providing optimum performance in an acceptable time frame. Develop an Microsoft Access 95 database. Develop a Visual Basic 4.0 client to connect with a Microsoft SQL Server. Import ASCII text into a Relational Database Model. Coordinate projects with other developers. Produce intricate reports based upon required queries and formula. Create documentation for end users and other developers. Technologies used: Microsoft Office 95, SQL Server 6.0, Microsoft Access 95, Windows NT Server, Windows NT Workstation, Windows 95, Windows 3.11, Visual Basic 4.0 32 bit, Visual Basic 4.0 16 bit, OLE Automation.
RHI Consulting Business Systems Developer
10/96 – 04/97
Projects
Budget Rent A Car (7 months): System Administration for an accounting software package written with OpenBASIC and residing on a SCO UNIX Server. Analyzed requests for future software needs and offered solutions. Planned and designed development strategies to adapt to changes in operating procedures. Wrote and tested new procedures including custom reports, automatic data input, manual data input, and cross platform data manipulation. Converted legacy data files into relational Microsoft Access database format. Developed custom applications in Visual Basic to interact with Microsoft Access databases. Developed a Branch Intranet Web Site. Technologies used: Microsoft Office 95, SQL Server 6.0, Microsoft Access 95, Windows NT Server, Windows NT Workstation, Windows 95, Windows 3.11, Visual Basic 4.0 32 bit, Visual Basic 4.0 16 bit, SCO UNIX, HTML, Java, JavaScript, Business BASIC / BASIC.
Computer Services of Central Florida Webmaster
10/94 – 10/96
Responsibilities: Researched web site and web page development. Submitted proposals to corporate officers for approval based upon bids from software companies and Internet connection sources. Produced a cost breakdown for web page creation, maintenance and storage. Developed interactive web site with custom page designs based upon written specifications. Maintained the web server, set up security, limited access and monitored Internet activity. Technologies used: Microsoft Office, Microsoft Access, Windows NT Server, Windows NT Workstation, Windows 95, Windows 3.11, Visual Basic 4.0 32 bit, Visual Basic 4.0 16 bit, O'Reilly Website, HTML, Java, JavaScript.
Florida Stainless Fabricators Project Leader
7/92 – 10/94
Responsibilities: Designed custom stainless steel kitchen equipment on AutoCAD systems. Made decisions based upon team input and submitted proposals to supervisors. Coordinate and communicate instructions to team members. Maintain LANtastic Network. Upgrade hardware and software as needed to operate the CAD stations. Programmed custom menus and drawing routines through available programming languages. Created an extensive library of pre-designed equipment that allows dynamic insertion into drawings through a graphical user interface. Developed a custom database application for locating and retrieving pre-existing plans and drawings. Developed an Intranet Web Site. Technologies used: Microsoft Office, Microsoft Access, Windows NT Server, Windows NT Workstation, Windows 3.11, HTML, AutoLisp, Diesel & DCL, AutoCAD .
Previous work experience includes Construction and Engineering Project Management 1978 - 1992
Education
Graduate Degree
USM - Master of Science in Computer Science
Undergraduate Degree
USM - Bachelor of Science in Computer Science
Technical College
Valencia Community College, The Center for High-Tech Training
Computer Assisted Drafting and Design Certificate -- 1280 hours (Certified)
AutoCAD 3D Modeling (Certified), Advanced AutoCAD R12 (Certified)
MicroStation 2D Graphics 5.0 (Intergraph Certified), Top Gun Award: (Academic Excellence)
Technology Training
Currently working towards obtaining my MCSD Certification, MCP (Microsoft Certified Professional) Visual Basic Certified.
“Mastering Microsoft Visual Basic 6 Development” training completed. “Mastering Enterprise Development Using Microsoft Visual Basic 6” training completed. Several technical training courses/diplomas, seminars and extensive self study programs.
