Work Experience

Spyder Redspy Ltd
September 2009 Ã’¢ï’¿’½ï’¿’½ Present Senior Developer (Contract)

Provided solutions for the following clients:

* UK Car Exchange
* Hartwell
* Exchange and Mart

Responsibilities:

* Designed, Developed and implement online software integrated into CMS/CRM systems, with real-time. Using c#, asp.net 3.5, MVC, AJAX, MS SQL 2005-2008.
* Designed, Developed and implemented integrated CMS, eCommerce and opportunity management, with real-time deals. Using c#, asp.net 3.5, AJAX, MS SQL 2005-2008, MVC, WPF
* Designed and documented specifications for high volume traffic to include configuration of Web farm.
* Designed, Developed and implemented an entire bespoke content management system, using WYSIWYG editing, in-line edit, bespoke modules, eCommerce modules, Subscription service, recurring billing system, modular-CMS components, using AJAX components, advanced UI, reporting, moderation, and campaign management modules.
* Created and implemented best practices for SEO and page rank placement for the project.
* Implemented RSS & XML product feeds integrated with partnered eCommerce sites including 3rd party affiliate networks.
* Object-Oriented Class.
* Customised Server/User Control development.
* Specified database design elements
* Delivered technical workflow designs
* System testing of built fragments/modules

URL: www.ukcarexchange.com
www.hartwell.co.uk
www.exchangeandmart.co.uk

Skills utilised: C#, ASP.NET 3.5, MS SQL Server 2005-2008, Visual Studio 2008, XML, XSLT, AJAX, XHTML, JavaScript, CSS, PhotoShop, Microsoft AJAX Extensions, OO/OA/OP, Web Services, JQuery, Linq, RSS, Java/JSP.



Instant Access Technologies
April 2009 Ã’¢ï’¿’½ï’¿’½ July 2009 Senior UI Developer (Contract)

Provided solutions for the following clients:

* The Daily Telegraph
* The Daily Express
* The Metro

Responsibilities:

* Provided a fully customisable Drag/Drop solution for content widgets for all of the publishers in the company.
* The prototype UI widget interface (resembling NetVibes, BBC, and VirginMedia style) was designed, developed and implemented using c#, asp.net 3.5, MVC, AJAX, MS SQL 2005-2008, jQuery, and Prototype, Scriptaculous.
* Once prototyped, the final widgets were developed using Java/JSP, and front-end: XHTML, CSS, JavaScript.
* Worked with team to build reskinable widgets to work with other publishers.
* Developed and built a Headline News Widget, A TV Guide (EPG) Widget, and several RSS widgets, all tied into the core CMS system and integrated using my bespoke Drag/Drop solution.
* Server and Client side optimisation to include performance issues with high volume traffic.
* Created and implemented SEO solutions for the project.
* Customised and integrated RSS & XML news feeds integrated with partnered eCommerce sites including 3rd party affiliate networks.
* Object-Oriented Class.
* Customised Server/User Control development.
* Specified database design elements
* Delivered technical workflow designs
* System testing of built fragments/modules
* Prototyped Mobile Interfaces For Widgets using Windows Mobile and J2ME.

URL: http://express.co.uk/beta1

Skills utilised: C#, ASP.NET 3.5, MS SQL Server 2005-2008, Visual Studio 2008, XML, XSLT, AJAX, XHTML, JavaScript, CSS, PhotoShop, Microsoft AJAX Extensions, OO/OA/OP, Web Services, JQuery, Linq, RSS, Java/JSP, Prototype, Scriptaculous.

Bettorlogic
April 2008 Ã’¢ï’¿’½ï’¿’½ Feb 2009 Senior Developer (Contract)

This company provides both online/offline solutions for betting and media companies, which include feature, preview and in-play editorial sport analysis.

Responsibilities:

* Designed, Developed and implement online player analysis software integrated into other online sports analysis and CMS systems, with real-time analysis and in-play match analysis. Using c#, asp.net 3.5, MVC, AJAX, MS SQL 2005-2008.
* Designed, Developed and implemented online sports analysis software integrated with CMS, eCommerce and betting opportunity management, with real-time deals. Using c#, asp.net 3.5, AJAX, MS SQL 2005-2008, MVC, WPF
* Designed and documented specifications for high volume traffic to include configuration of Web farm.
* Designed, Developed and implemented an entire bespoke content management system, using WYSIWYG editing, in-line edit, bespoke modules, eCommerce modules, Subscription service, recurring billing system, modular-CMS components, using AJAX components, advanced UI, reporting, moderation, and campaign management modules.
* Created and implemented best practices for SEO and page rank placement for the project.
* Implemented RSS & XML product feeds integrated with partnered eCommerce sites including 3rd party affiliate networks.
* Built several components to integrate with Fixed Odd Betting Exchanges, Real-time Straight-Through-Processing Platforms, and Front-End web sites using C#, ASP.NET 2.0-3.5, AJAX, MS SQL 2005.
* Object-Oriented Class.
* Customised Server/User Control development.
* Specified database design elements
* Delivered technical workflow designs
* System testing of built fragments/modules
* Prototyped interfaces using Silverlight/WPF.
* Prototyped Mobile Interfaces for Match Analysis Tool using Windows Mobile and J2ME.


URL: http://www.bettorlogic.com
http://direct.bettorlogic.com
http://players.bettorlogic.com

Skills utilised: C#, ASP.NET 3.5, MS SQL Server 2005-2008, Visual Studio 2008, XML, XSLT, AJAX, XHTML, JavaScript, CSS, PhotoShop, Microsoft AJAX Extensions, OO/OA/OP, Web Services, JQuery, MVP, MVC, WPF, Linq, RSS, Silverlight, WCF

Finsoft Ltd
January 2008 Ã’¢ï’¿’½ï’¿’½ April 2008 Middle-Tier Developer (Contract)

Responsibilities:

* Built several components to integrate with Fixed Odd Betting Exchanges, Real-time Straight-Through-Processing Platforms, SharePoint Enterprise Server and Front-End web sites using C#, ASP.NET 2.0-3.5, AJAX, MS SQL 2005, Oracle, MOSS 2007.
* Object-Oriented Class.
* Customised Server/User Control development.
* System testing of built fragments/modules
* Specified database design elements
* Delivered technical workflow designs
* System testing of built fragments/modules
* Integrated with MarginMaker, which included these subsystems:
o Content Management
o Betting Opportunity Management
o Real-Time Deal Capture
o Secure Transaction Processing
o Liability Control
o Account, e-Billing, Online Auditing and Reconciliation
o Profit and Loss Analysis
o Management Reporting

Skills utilised: C#, ASP.NET 2.0-3.5 , MOSS 2007, SharePoint Designer 2007, MS SQL Server 2000-2005, Visual Studio 2005-2008, XML, XSLT, AJAX, HTML DHTML, JavaScript, CSS, PhotoShop, N-Unit, Nant, ScriptSharp, WCF, Microsoft AJAX Extensions, OO/OA/OP, Web Services, JQuery


Communique360
December 2007 - SharePoint Developer, MOSS 2007 (Contract)

Provided solutions for the following clients:

* Jersey Tourist Board

Responsibilities:


* Integrated SharePoint Enterprise Server into Front-End web site using MOSS 2007, C#, ASP.NET 2.0, AJAX, MS SQL 2005.
* Object-Oriented Class Library development for SharePoint Project.
* Customised Server/User Control development for SharePoint web project.
* Customised Search development
* Developed and Integrated site-wide multi-lingual content pages and customised search.
* Documented Information Architecture and Support in conjunction with business team
* System testing of built fragments/modules
* Specified database design elements
* Delivered technical workflow designs
* System testing of built fragments/modules

URL: http://www.jersey.com

Skills utilised: C#, ASP.NET 2.0-3.0 , MOSS 2007, SharePoint Designer 2007, MS SQL Server 2000-2005, Visual Studio 2005, XML, XSLT, Flash-Development, AJAX, HTML DHTML, JavaScript, CSS, PhotoShop, N-Unit, Microsoft AJAX Extensions, OO/OA/OP, Web Services, SourceSafe



CompelReach Ltd
August 2007 Ã’¢ï’¿’½ï’¿’½ October 2007 Lead Developer (Contract)

Provided solutions for the following clients:

* Yell
* LeasePlan
* Ministry of Defense
* Matrix Display System

Responsibilities:


* Developed and integrated new front-end web site for Matrix including AJAX components, advanced UI, reporting, moderation, and campaign management modules.
* Integrated Content Management System in Front-End using C#, ASP.NET 2.0, AJAX, MS SQL 2005.
* Support developed and maintained presentation builder software for LeasePlan including Flash integration, content management, database development & replication, versioning, and file synchronization.
* Front-end/Back-end development for the Ministry of Defense Civilian Recruitment site.
* Provided technical solution for Yell SalesPresenter including objected programming, database design, complete server file/folder synchronization, database backup/restore/replication, and versioning control to be further developed and rolled out for all of the companyÃ’¢ï’¿’½ï’¿’½s sales force.
* Prepared technical specifications for all solutions.
* Documented Information Architecture and Support in conjunction with business team
* System testing of built fragments/modules
* Specified database design elements
* Delivered technical workflow designs
* System testing of built fragments/modules
* Module testing using N-Unit.
* WinForm and WebForm Development

URL: https://www.civilianjobs.mod.uk/
http://www.matrixdisplay.com/

Skills utilised: C#, ASP.NET 2.0-3.0 , MS SQL Server 2000-2005, Visual Studio 2005, XML, XSLT, Flash-Development, AJAX, HTML DHTML, Javascript, CSS, PhotoShop, N-Unit, Jquery, Prototype, Microsoft AJAX Extensions, VB.NET, VB6, OO/OA/OP, Web Services, SourceSafe

Locayta Ltd/sister company of Venda
April 2007 Ã’¢ï’¿’½ï’¿’½ July 2007 Lead Developer (Contract)

Provided solutions for the following clients:

* OSOYOU.com (womenÃ’¢ï’¿’½ï’¿’½s shopping and networking web 2.0 site)

Responsibilities:


* Developed web architecture for OSOYOU project including integration with CMS and software solutions.
* Designed and documented specifications for high volume traffic to include configuration of Web farm.
* Developed and integrated bespoke CMS modules including AJAX components, advanced UI, reporting, moderation, and campaign management modules.
* Created and implemented best practices for SEO and page rank placement for the project.
* Designed and developed global drag & drop eCommerce module.
* Implemented RSS & XML product feeds integrated with partnered eCommerce sites including 3rd party affiliate networks, such as: Tradedoubler and Affiliate Window.
* Designed and Developed Toolbars compatible with Internet Explorer, Firefox and Safari allowing a user to import images from any web page to their Web 2.0 profile on OSOYOU.com
* Prepared technical specifications for all CMS, eCommerce, and Project Management Solutions.
* Integrated Content Management System in Front-End using C#, ASP.NET 2.0, AJAX, MS SQL 2005.
* Built Image Import Toolbar compatible with Internet Explorer, Firefox and Safari allowing any websiteÃ’¢ï’¿’½ï’¿’½s images to be imported into Web 2.0 community site.
* Front-End Build of the web 2.0 community site using ASP.NET 2.0-3.5, MS SQL, C# AJAX, Javascript, DHTML, HTML, CSS
* Prepared technical specifications for all CMS, eCommerce, and CRM Solutions.
* Documented Information Architecture and Support in conjunction with business team
* System support of built CMS, eCommerce and Project Management software solution
* Developed and integrated bespoke video/audio conversion suite which encodes any media into a web format and uploads the file to the server.
* Led team of 8 developers on project.
* System testing of built fragments/modules
* Built add-on component to allow MMS messages to be imported into the site.
* Specified database design elements
* Delivered technical workflow designs
* System testing of built fragments/modules
* Module testing using N-Unit.
* Prototyping for Silverlight/Flash media player

URL: http://www.osoyou.com

Skills utilised: AJAX, JSON, C#, ASP.NET 2.0-3.0 , MS SQL Server 2005, Visual Studio 2005, XML, XSLT, Flash Video Streaming, HTML DHTML, Javascript, CSS, PhotoShop, N-Unit, Jquery, Prototype, Microsoft AJAX Extensions, VB.NET, OO/OA/OP, Windows Media Services, Silverlight

Unilabplus (EggLabs/The Set/BigFish)
October 2006 Ã’¢ï’¿’½ï’¿’½ March 2007 Lead Developer (Contract)

Provided solutions for the following clients:

* Tarceva, OSI Pharmaceuticals
* Frank Cooper Marmalades & Jams
* Swift Hire Luxury Cars
* CareerBox
* FORM London
* Austin Kaye, The Strand
* Artichoke Printmaking
* BigFish

Responsibilities:

* Developed and integrated Content Management System (CMS) for the Virtual Press Office for Tarceva Pharmaceuticals, including integrated online registration, search engine optimisation and web analytics.
* Created data capture mechanism for the Frank Cooper company website, and then developed bespoke eMarketing Newsletter management, using C#, ASP.NET 2.0, AJAX, MS SQL 2005.
* Built both Content Management System (CMS) and eCommerce Business-to-Client solution for Swift Hire Luxury Cars
* Developed Content Management System (CMS) for CareerBox including modules for Video Broadcast using VB.NET, ASP.NET 2.0, AJAX, MS SQL 2005, XML, XSLT, Windows Media Services.
* Redesigned website for FORM London Exhibition 2007 and implement Search Engine Optimisation protocols in order to promote the event.
* Built both Content Management System (CMS) and eCommerce Business-to-Client solution for Austin Kaye, The Strand using ASP, MS SQL, C#, ASP.NET 2.0, AJAX, VB.NET, VBScript, Javascript, DHTML, HTML
* Developed both Content Management System and eCommerce solution for Artichoke Printmaking including data-capturing and search engine optimisation.
* Developed and integrated a bespoke Project Management/CRM Solution for BigFish, which functioned using WebForms and Winforms, developed using C#, ASP.NET 2.0, MS SQL 2005, XML, XSLT, PHP, MySQL
* Prepared technical specifications for all CMS, eCommerce, and Project Management Solutions.
* Documented Information Architecture and Support in conjunction with business team
* System support of built CMS, eCommerce and Project Management software solution
* Developed and integrated bespoke video/audio conversion suite which encodes any media into a web format and uploads the file to the server for CareerBox.
* Create and implement both online and offline marketing strategies to include SEO and page rank placement.
* Specified database design elements
* Delivered technical workflow designs
* System testing of built fragments/modules
* Liaised with other relevant technical work streams to effect integration of areas such as Video and Simulcast.
* Led team varying from 2-8 developers

Skills utilised: Agile Modelling, ASP.NET 2.0-3.0, C#, VB.NET, Visual Studio 2005, ASP, XML, XSLT, SQL Server 2000-2005, Web Services, AJAX, HTML, DHTML, JavaScript, CSS, Windows Media Services, PHP 5.0, MySQL

ITV Ã’¢ï’¿’½ï’¿’½ Broadband Consumer Division
Sept 2006 Ã’¢ï’¿’½ï’¿’½ Jan 2007 Technical Analyst (Contract)

* Prepared technical specifications for all CMS modules (e.g. chat rooms, registration engine, publication process)
* Documented Information Architecture in conjunction with business team
* Search Engine Optimisation including documenting metadata in conjunction with business team
* Specified database design elements
* Delivered technical workflow designs
* System testing of built fragments/modules
* Designed and documented specifications for high volume traffic to include configuration of Web farm.
* Liaised with other relevant technical work streams to effect integration of areas such as Video and Simulcast.
* Prototyping for ITV Player

URL: http://www.itv.com

Skills utilised: Agile Modelling, ASP.NET 2.0-3.0, C#, VB.NET, Visual Studio 2005, XML, XSLT, SQL Server 2005, Web Services, AJAX, Video Simulcast and On-Demand Standards, HTML, DHTML, JavaScript, CSS, Windows Media Services, Silverlight


2cast4 Ltd/Soho Artistes Ltd
Aug 2005 Ã’¢ï’¿’½ï’¿’½ Aug 2006 Lead Developer/Technical Consultant (Contract)
Nov 2003 Ã’¢ï’¿’½ï’¿’½ May 2004 Lead Developer/Technical Analyst (Contract)
Mar 2002 Ã’¢ï’¿’½ï’¿’½ Nov 2002 Lead Developer (Contract)

Provided solutions for the following clients:

* Benecol
* Canon
* Churchill Insurance
* Halifax
* Nestle
* Ogilvy & Mather
* Orange
* Proctor & Gamble
* RSA Films

Responsibilities:

* Prepared technical specifications for all CMS modules
* Documented Information Architecture and Support in conjunction with business team
* System support of built CMS and software solution
* Developed and integrated Multi-tiered Content Management System (CMS) which feeds the corporate extranet and 10 external websites with content
* Developed and integrated Online registration, which integrates into back-end Artist Database Module
* Developed and integrated Integrated Developed and integrated MIS Reporting Modules, Account System, and multi-channel Customer Relation Management (CRM) sales and marketing software to include Email, SMS, Direct and Telesales marketing.
* Developed and integrated bespoke video/audio conversion suite which encodes any media into a web format and uploads the file to the artistÃ’¢ï’¿’½ï’¿’½s portfolio and integrates into the Artist Database Module.
* Developed and integrated Bespoke integrated caller recognition and dialling system
* Advising Managing Director on advanced Internet technologies and marketability of company services.
* Managed Windows development platform to include server configuration, data warehousing, email, and file/print sharing & security.
* Create and implement both online and offline marketing strategies to include SEO and page rank placement.
* Developed and integrated Bespoke Mobile Applications to run on Nokia, Siemens, Samsung and Motorola handsets utilising J2ME


URL: http://www.2cast4.com

Skills utilised: Agile Modelling, ASP.NET 2.0, 1.1, VB.NET, Visual Studio 2005, Visual Studio 2003, XML, XSLT, SQL Server 2005/2000, AJAX, ASP 3.0, VB 6.0, Web Services, VBScript, HTML/DHTML, XHTML, JavaScript, CSS, AWStats Web Stats, PhotoShop 7/CS/CS2, Flash MX, Window Media Services, Real Services, WAP, SMS, MMS, Web Services, Bluetooth, VBA Office Components

Panlogic Ltd
Sept 2004 Ã’¢ï’¿’½ï’¿’½ July 2005 Technical Developer/Head of Technical (Permanent)

Provided solutions for the following clients:

* CBBC Press Pack
* ITV Ã’¢ï’¿’½ï’¿’½ IÃ’¢ï’¿’½ï’¿’½m a Celebrity Get Me Out of Here
* Boodles and Dunthorne
* Transport for London
* Tesco Personal Finance
* FA Premier League
* ZED

Responsibilities:

* Advised Managing Director on advanced Internet technologies and marketability of company services.
* Created, planned, developed and implemented original program and system.
* Created, planned, developed and implemented original project, task and resource management software.
* Developed and implementated CBBC Press Pack, including designs and core backend
* Developed module to Content Management System (CMS) admin tool to convert content into XML format to be used as WAP feed for mobile content.
* Set-Up MS SharePoint to include MS Outlook and Exchange and integrating the bespoke PanProjects (Project Management Suite) into the SharePoint Server.
* Built original bespoke CMS admin tool that was used for ITV.com
* Built bespoke video media converter used in streaming online video content for ITV.
* Created intelligent tracking systems for e-marketing campaigns and Web site usage in order to accurately measure user responses for Viral Games.
* Developed module to CMS admin tool to convert content into XML format to be used as WAP feed for mobile content.
* Implemented web, email, and SMS technology into one integrated online system.
* Create and implement both online and offline marketing strategies to include SEO and page rank placement
* Managed the development, staging and production environments.
* MIS reporting utilising key skills with metadata and search engine optimisation.

URL: http://www.bbc.co.uk/cbbc/presspack
http://itv.panlogic.co.uk
http://www.boodles.co.uk
http://www.tfl.gov.uk
http://www.fapremierleague.com

Skills utilised: ASP.NET 1.1, ASP 3.0, MS SQL 2000, VB.NET/VB6/VBSCRIPT, Web Services, HTML/DHTML/XHTML, JavaScript, CSS, Server Load Balancing, PhotoShop 7, Flash MX, Dreamweaver MX, Window Media Services, XML/XSLT, WAP, SMS, MMS, Web Services, VBA Office Components, Web Abacus, Site Intelligence, AWStats Web States, MS SharePoint

PA Consulting Group
Apr 2003 Ã’¢ï’¿’½ï’¿’½ Nov 2003 Web Technical Manager (Permanent)

* Member of team responsible for implementation of new Microsoft Content Management System for external Web site.
* Authored Best Practices on e-marketing, web promotion and search engine optimisation.
* Created intelligent tracking systems for e-marketing campaigns and Web site usage in order to accurately measure user responses.
* Advised CEO, COO, and Global Head of Marketing on Internet technologies and marketability of company services.
* Created and implemented first db-driven e-marketing campaigns both internal and external clients.
* Implemented web, email, and SMS technology into one integrated online system.
* Produced project management online software for team, in order to increase sales and profit margins.

Skills Utilised: Microsoft Content Management Server 2002, MS SQL 2000, ASP 3.0, C#, VB, VBScript, MS Access, HTML/DHTML, JavaScript, CSS, VB.NET, ASP.NET, PhotoShop 7, Flash, Dreamweaver, XML, WAP, SMS, MMS, Web Trends

URL: www.paconsulting.com


Best & Co.
Nov 2002 Ã’¢ï’¿’½ï’¿’½ Feb 2003 Technical Developer/Head of New Media (Contract)

Provided solutions for the following clients:

* ICAP
* Quintain Estates and Development PLC
* Majedie Investments PLC
* Field Fisher Waterhouse
* Leopold Joseph Bankers
* Penrose Financial PR
* ABN AMRO Bank

Responsibilities:

* Implemented first db-driven e-marketing/SMS/web promotional systems/interfaces/databases.
* Created Contact Management System to include WAP enabled interface.
* Increased profit margins and sales by seeking and implementing third party services.
* In the capacity of Web technology specialist, advised and met with all clients regarding new contracts to include pitches and proposal writing.
* Responsible for full life cycle development.
* Managed the development, staging and production environments.
* Prepared reports concerning web traffic, usage, etc.
* Managed direct report team of five.

URL: http://www.quintain-estates.com/Home.aspx
http://www.majedie.com
http://www.bestandco.com/epromo/fieldf.html
http://www.leopoldjoseph.com
http://www.bestandco.com/abndpm

Skills Utilisied: ASP, MS SQL 2000, VBScript, MS Access, HTML, JavaScript, CSS, XML, WAP, SMS, DHTML

Phoenix Web Consulting/Uniservity
June 2000 Ã’¢ï’¿’½ï’¿’½ Mar 2002 Developer/Technology Consultant (Permanent)

Provided solutions for the following clients:

* The Cobra Group
* Leeds Met Student Union
* Lads and Lasses
* FreeServe
* 48 Direct
* Reflec Shop

Responsibilities:

* Gathered, documented and prepared proposals, reports, etc for each project.
* Managed development team of 7-10 designers, developers and programmers.
* Met with clients to ensure satisfaction, deadlines, budget controls.
* Managed Windows development platform to include server configuration, data warehousing, email, and file/print sharing & security.

Skills utilised: MS SQL 7/2000, MS ACCESS, VBSCRIPT, ASP, HTML/DHTML, JavaScript, CSS, PhotoShop, Flash, Dreamweaver, XML, WAP, SMS, Coldfusion, PERL

The Church of Greece
Aug 1998 Ã’¢ï’¿’½ï’¿’½ June 2000 Head of Information Technology (Permanent)

* Advised Archbishop and Holy Synod on Internet technologies and usability within Church guidelines.
* Designed, developed and implemented the first ever Internet CafÃ�’© by the Church working with aÃ�£500,000 budget.
* Managed Windows development platform to include server configuration, data warehousing, email, and file/print sharing & security.
* In charge of a Ã�£200,000 budget for the development of the Financial Department of the Holy SynodÃ’¢ï’¿’½ï’¿’½s Y2K Solutions.
* Managed IT projects as well as designed and implemented formal project management methods across the churchÃ’¢ï’¿’½ï’¿’½s central offices and improved workflow functions.
* Implemented document and record image capturing management solutions for a number of departments Church-wide.
* Developed the 24/7 Live Internet Radio Broadcast using NetShow Services.
* Broadcast 1st ever-Live Video Broadcast in Greece.
* Broadcast the 1st ever Live Audio Net to Radio feed in Europe.
* Managed multidisciplinary teams of up to 20.

Skills utilised: MS SQL 7, MS ACCESS, VBSCRIPT, ASP, HTML, JavaScript, CSS, MS NetShow Services

Las Positas College
June 1992 Ã’¢ï’¿’½ï’¿’½ Sept 1994 Database Developer (Permanent)

Skills utilised: Dbase, Harvard Graphics