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Peter Reynolds

Professional Profile

Disciplined, conscientious and enthusiastic software developer with training skills; used to working under pressure to critical project deadlines.

A team player, capable of working with all levels of management in the development of web-based applications: from initial concept through to successful implementation.

Plays a significant role in the development of software applications in 'real world' environments: adapting to the rapidly evolving requirements of cutting-edge business models.

Key Skills

  • ColdFusion
  • SQL
  • MySQL
  • ASP (Classic)
  • JavaScript
  • HTML including DHTML and XHTML
  • CSS
  • PHP
  • Version Control Software – Tortoise and Subversion
  • Adobe PhotoShop
  • Immediacy Web CMS
  • Abacus WebStructure CMS
  • Intershop – E-Commerce software
  • Ability to implement and deliver training.
  • Excellent communication skills.
  • Effective team player with the capability to work under own initiative.
  • Optimisation of web sites for search engines

Experience

  • Creation of a complete suite of website development applications - including a range of 'bolt-on' functional modules - from initial concept through to successful delivery, including user training, within 18-months. This business critical project facilitated rapid and efficient development of sophisticated ColdFusion/SQL based websites in volume, by the graphic design team, via a user-friendly interface; thus allowing business growth and profit targets to be met.
  • Conversion of in-house software, including web services, from version 4.5 up to MX.
  • Management of the software test team, with personal responsibility for fixing bugs and errors, code tidy and code reviews to increase efficiency and robustness of the software.
  • Bespoke website development from graphical concept to finished site: including complex e-commerce database driven sites, search facilities, site statistics and integration of payment solution providers.
  • Responsible for liaison with designers and company managers in the continued development of the applications in response to market and user feedback, in order to implement efficient cost-benefits within budget.
  • Creation of a multi-level, multi-user access ASP web site for delivering online Mystery Shopper program results.
  • Involved in the production of the original Air Tours weekend breaks web site using Intershop 4. This included adaptation of proprietary software templates to fit bespoke requirements, client documentation and training.
  • Experience of hardware maintenance and computer build.
  • Completion of military service with an exemplary unblemished record.
  • Written Motivational and Inspiration articles, published in eZines and other web sites.

Technical Experience

  • Operating systems Windows (3, 3.1, 95, 98, NT, XP and 2000)
  • PC and Mac platforms
  • Dreamweaver up to MX
  • ColdFusion versions 4, 4.5, 5, MX6 and MX7
  • SQL Server
  • PWS and IIS
  • Sage Line 50 & 100
  • Intershop
  • Asymetrix Multimedia Toolbook 4.0
  • Asymetrix Multimedia Toolbook II Instructor
  • Visual Basic Version 3
  • Macromedia Director 6
  • Adobe Premiere, Digital Video Producer
  • Microsoft Office Professional up to and including Office 2000

Education

  • 1995/99 Wolverhampton University, School of Languages & European Studies BA (Hons) Interactive Multimedia Communication Final Award: - Upper Second Class Honours 2:1
  • 1994/95 Halesowen College, West Midlands Access to higher education Federation
  • 1974/1975 Herefordshire Technical College GCE 'O' Levels.
  • 1969/1974 Southern Regional Examinations Board CSEWareham County Secondary Modern School, Dorset.

Training

  • June 2002 ASP.Net Introduction 2 half day courses
  • May 2001 Intershop 4 Administrator 1 day course
  • March 2001 Dragnet - Sage Line 50 integration training
  • November 2000 Intershop 4 - 3 day development course

Employment History

Web Developer, RedAnt Solutions (contractor for 3 months) (Computer Futures agency) March 2008-May 2008

Skills/Tools:
ColdFusion, ColdFusion Components (cfc), MySQL, HTML
Responsibilities:
Build a multi level access web site to train and test physicians; review suitability and equipment within clinics for a new cancer drug release. Fully database driven site utilising a MySQL database with administration area to update content and view numerous reports. Create training documentation and assist with user testing.

Web Developer, Aggregate Industries (contractor for 6 months - extended) (Progressive agency) Dec 2007-Feb 2008

Skills/Tools:
ColdFusion, ColdFusion Components (cfc), SQL, HTML, DHTML, CSS, Immediacy CMS
Responsibilities:
Update and extend functionality within an internal application to allow for database updateable of systems, security and product ordering; the implementation of a multi level authorisation process within each section; customisable menu system, admin section and audit trail reports.

Web Developer, James Villas Holidays (contractor for 6 weeks) (RDF Group agency) Oct 2007-Nov 2007

Skills/Tools:
ColdFusion, CSS, XHTML, SQL, Stored Procedures
Responsibilities:
Assistance required with the rebuild of new web site. My involvement was to produce a set of functions relating to the flight search through to booking. This linked via a gateway to their supplier. Called from either the web site or the internal departments this was a stand-alone piece of work with functions that could be called for initial search, detailed search, flight extras, passenger details, and bookings.

Web Developer, Aggregate Industries (contractor for 6 months - extended) (Progressive agency) Feb 2006-Oct 2007

Skills/Tools:
ColdFusion, ColdFusion Report Builder, SQL, HTML, DHTML, CSS, Meta data, Immediacy CMS, Fusebox
Responsibilities:
Build templates for the business to business and business to consumer web sites using the Immediacy CMS framework working to W3C accessibility standards to Triple A conformance on both CSS, XHTML and HTML.
Build new business critical intranet applications for both the UK and USA business. Support departments for all intranet applications. This included project management of my own work, liase with other departmental managers to encourage prompt and relevant details and feedback, consultation with other departments, mediate and facilitate meetings, user and development documentation.

Web Developer, Solihull Metropolitan Borough Council (contractor for 4 Weeks - extended) (Senitor Associates Ltd agency) Oct 2005-Feb 2006

Skills/Tools:
HTML, DHTML, CSS, Meta data, Abacus Webstructure, Abacus Informs, Classic ASP
Responsibilities:
Rebuild of the Council web site into the Abacus Webstructure framework working to W3C accessibility standards to Triple A conformance on both CSS, XHTM and HTML. Working with a team of four developers I was responsible for some of the more complex HTML pages, meta data for both local and central government compliance and Contact forms within the site.

Web Developer, Wanadoo UK (contractor for 2 months – extended) (Progressive agency) June 2005-Sept 2005

Skills/Tools:
ColdFusion, Spectra, JavaScript, CSS, HTML, DHTML
Responsibilities:
Covering for staff holiday and vacancies, I was responsible for the general every day maintenance of the wanadoo.co.uk Portal page. Responsibilities included code bug fixing, the building of tools and objects within the Spectra framework for the use of page editors and the use of remote scripting techniques / AJAX. Other areas of responsibility include the production of email newsletters and service announcements, and design and daily maintenance of additional tools, code snippets, for use on the portal pages.

Intranet Software Developer, BT (contractor for 3 months – extended) (Hays IT agency) Oct 2003-April 2005

Skills/Tools:
ColdFusion, Classic ASP, JavaScript, CSS, HTML, DHTML, SQL, TSQL, Stored Procedures, Access, Excel, PowerPoint
Responsibilities:
Build a Web Intranet Portal for the Wholesale Division to allow 6500 engineers and their managers a one-stop shop for all their daily work needs.
I was involved with the consultation, project planning, build and delivery of this product. Automation of the personal performance figures from a daily downloaded csv file to SQL database and Website. Recording with storage of actions and issues arising from daily work.
Training sites for the trainers and users coded in html with ASP feedback forms.
Building Team and demonstration web sites to gain feedback, ideas and general information on requirements. These were built in classic ASP with databases to hold the responses.
Other responsibilities included advice on what was and was not feasible, technical advise, attending planning meetings, problem solving, web page related issues such as page loading speed, production of project documentation to allow for easier updates to the code and some general PC training.

Internet Software Developer, freecom.net (GB) plc, West Midlands (formerly Oneview.net) Nov 1999-July 2003

Skills/Tools:
ColdFusion, Classic ASP, JavaScript, CSS, HTML, DHTML, SQL, Stored Procedures, Access, Excel, PowerPoint
Responsibilities:
Four years' experience within the Research & Development department. As part of this team I have been responsible for the development and implementation of the in house website production software, coded in ColdFusion, SQL, HTML, DHTML and JavaScript. My duties also include general code maintenance, bespoke code implementation, upgrades, error testing, bug fixing, customised stand-alone value added services for Freecom clients, staff training, production of demonstrations and backup support for multi-skilled teams. Coldfusion MX is currently used as the principal development and hosting framework, although I am required to use ASP and JavaScript code for some legacy sites as and when updates are required.

Various other part time jobs to supplement local authority grant whilst at university as a mature student. Jun1996-Aug 1999

  • Administrator, Sandwell Social Services, West Midlands
  • School of Legal Studies. University of Wolverhampton.
  • WH Smiths. News Division, West Midlands
  • Wolverhampton University, West Midlands

Responsibilities included:

  • Initial design, development and production of the School Web site.
  • Production of Distance Learning Law modules in HTML.
  • Technical assistance as and when required.
  • Administration duties including confidential paperwork

Mechanics Career Sep 1978-Mar 1992

  • United Carriers Ltd, Hants
  • Alresford Marquees, Hants
  • Swain and Jones, Surrey
  • HM Forces---Army

Other Activities

  • Walking
  • Cycling
  • Travel
  • Reading
  • Research into motivation and inspiration
  • Motor Sports
  • Upgrading my VB skills
  • I am rebuilding and restoring my MGB GT car

References

CMS templated sites with CSS:

Builder and webmaster of:

Email: peter@rally37.co.uk

Full clean driving license

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