React Native Engineer and much more to come!

As a seasoned software developer, I have a diverse portfolio of projects. Most recently (2023), I built a prototype AI assistant for a college admissions counselor client that steps a student through a series of questions related to the college admissions process and provides them with a curated list of colleges matching their preferences with realistic acceptance opportunities. I spearheaded the development of a Strapi to Cloudinary npm package, streamlining media asset management in the Strapi Admin Panel. My proficiency in Node.js was instrumental in creating a cryptocurrency miner tracking software, which integrates with third-party blockchain APIs for effective payout data aggregation and tax reporting. I also developed an open-source Node.js Express JWT auth server with a MongoDB backend, optimized for multi-node Docker deployment. My versatility extends to designing a comprehensive event tracking and payroll system for Resort Parking Services, Inc. using Access, encompassing key functionalities in accounting, management, and payroll reporting. I co-authored a global psychic chat application using Visual Basic, enabling psychics to connect with clients over the Internet. My technical acumen also led to the creation of an online cruise vacation search engine and a configuration GUI for Macrofirm’s IdleYISAPI product using Visual C++. Additionally, I developed a robust FoxPro database for the ModelsLynk.com search engine, managing extensive data for over 2000 models and actors. My expertise reflects a deep commitment to innovative software solutions and a keen aptitude for addressing diverse technological needs.

West Tenth is a 2-sided marketplace connecting hyper-local buyers and sellers for custom goods and services.• Lead team of 4 engineers in reengineering a native app for iOS and Android (React Native) and web app (React/Nextjs) for a micro-business marketplace for underserved and marginalized business owners. It supports over 2K businesses and 8K consumers and is a 4.8 star rated app in the Apple App Store and 4.9 star rated app on Google Play.• Manage team of 2 DevOps engineers to build CI/CD pipelines using GitHub, AWS, and GCP.• Developed real-time in-app chat system using Twilio, Express, Postgres, and GraphQL.• Developed advanced vector search functionality in Postgres.• Developed real-time LangChain-based chat concierge feature for assisting buyers discover local businesses and find products and services to meet their needs as well as provide them with gift and project ideas.• Developed app notifications and badge indicator service for mobile app using Firebase.• Architected reporting and analytics features using mixpanel, Google Analytics, Meta, Hotjar, and custom reporting system.• Developed infinitely scalable image upload process for marketplace shopping feature.• Developed integrations with Instagram, HubSpot, Brevo, and Algolia Search.• Perform code reviews and develop training programs for all projects and development teams.

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• Lead team of 3 developers in building a custom Node.js sports-themed social media CMS, which includes protected streaming media and images along with a robust comments and reactions engine; hosted on AWS.• Developed React Native mobile app for client’s sports-themed social media platform. App is unpublished.• Lead team of 3 developers in developing an entertainment industry payroll client's SaaS platform for film and television production cost accounting; hosted on Azure.• Designed entertainment industry extras digital timecard voucher system and developed streamlined timecard printing platform.• Developed real-time spreadsheet-like functionality for Cost Report Worksheet feature of cost accounting system; DataTables and jQuery.• Developed advanced reporting engine for cost accounting system which included dynamic filtering, dynamic report configuration, and export to csv functionality (vanilla JavaScript).• Developed several backend platforms and back-office integrations with 3rd party systems using Node.js, MongoDB, .NET, Azure SQL Server, and AWS.• Architect for small business inventory/warehouse/fulfillment management SaaS platform and lead team of 9 developers in C# MVC and jQuery development; hosted on Azure.• Perform code reviews and develop training programs for all projects and development teams.• Lead team of 3 developers in developing a small business eCommerce order management system that integrated with QuickBooks Online; hosted on Azure.• Work with clients on business strategy requirements and UX/UI designs.• Designed and developed corporate website and website content.

• Developed rebranding strategy, marketing/advertising campaign for Steinhausen Watch company.• Developed manufacturing supply chains in China, India, and the United States.• Lead team of 5 sales representatives to increase the sales and distribution channels of the Steinhausen brand throughout North America.• Developed warehouse management and fulfillment software that integrated with multiple shipping services and online marketplaces.• Developed light manufacturing kitting/assembly supply chain software to allow for JIT final assembly of products before shipment as well as in-house product refurbishment.• Designed new products including, watches, money clips, belts and cufflinks.• Migrated company from Windows to MAC infrastructure and replaced all desktop applications with cloud-based implementations.• Setup and negotiate sale of Steinhausen brand to new ownership in New Jersey.

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• Developed RFM model for catalog circulation that increased average order size by 20% and response rates by 10%• Lead team in developing product review websites and email marketing campaigns that increased revenue on average by $30,000/mo.• Developed print and digital marketing and advertisement campaigns that launched the Gravity Defyer shoe company.• Developed microsites and landing pages for print and digital advertising campaigns.• Migrated existing ecommerce website from legacy platform to ASP.NET.• Executive Producer for late night talk show concept filled with produce placement.• Scriptwriter for over a dozen infomercials.• Copywriter for more than 100 catalog products and hundreds of print and digital advertisements.• Setup charitable contribution program in support of Katrina relief efforts in New Orleans.• Created inventors contest for Montel Williams Show.

I developed Oracle packages for the Los Angeles County Automated Jail Information System (AJIS), ensuring seamless data interfacing and system integration. Additionally, I crafted detailed reports for the Department of Human Resources in Los Angeles County using Crystal Reports, providing valuable insights for decision-makers. My contributions also include report generation and JSP development for the Juvenile Justice Crime Prevention Act (JJCPA) Tracking System for Los Angeles County, employing Oracle and JDeveloper tools for effective tracking and management of juvenile justice data. Furthermore, I spearheaded database design and development for the District Attorney Grants application in Los Angeles County, leveraging Erwin for

As the lead of the data warehouse team, I have overseen the design, construction, and upkeep of Teradata and SQL Server data marts, delivering key statistics to over 100,000 Realtors. I architected a robust 500GB Teradata data model to track real estate trends, developing ETL processes and creating detailed ER and data flow diagrams using ER/Studio and Visio, respectively. My role extended to developing and maintaining a comprehensive data warehouse ETL process, managing 30GB of web server logs through PERL and various Teradata utilities. As a production DBA, I managed a 2TB, 4-node Teradata data warehouse and maintained an ETL code base comprising PERL and SQL Server DTS packages, among others. I leveraged MS SQL Analysis Services and Microstrategy 7 to develop OLAP reporting cubes, which synthesized website usage data from sites with over 18 million daily page views. Furthermore, I crafted reports using Crystal for SQL Server, Analysis Services, and Teradata, and played a pivotal role in providing business units with critical project insights, collaborating closely with project managers to ensure the timely execution of data warehouse initiatives.

I led a team of programmers in the development of lead generation software tailored to the mortgage, insurance, real estate, and travel sectors, utilizing technologies such as Visual Basic, SQL Server, and IIS. My achievements include the creation of a browser-based CRM system using a similar stack. As an architect, I designed and developed a reporting process that provided insights into Internet user demographics, customer service efficiency, sales, and collections, employing SQL Server, Access, Visual Basic, and Crystal Reports. I served as the database administrator for MS SQL databases that powered lead generation services for loanweb.com and 4insurance.com. Additionally, I managed an MS Access reporting and analysis database focused on collections trends and shifts in consumer demand for loans and insurance. Moreover, I developed an innovative email-to-fax application using BSD UNIX, enabling customers to receive email leads directly via fax.