Kevin Arthur Bazan Williams Email & Phone Number

Redmond, Wa

Redmond, Wa

Maintained and actively developed X++, the programming language used to define static properties and dynamic behavior in Dynamics AX (now Dynamics 365 for Operations) applicationsMaintained the Visual Studio extension for X++ developmentEnforced backwards compatibility for X++ syntax and semantics to ensure smooth upgrade cyclesDesigned metamodel structure for Common Data Service and its validationImplemented the CDS SDK modeling experience in C# for both internal and external… Show more Maintained and actively developed X++, the programming language used to define static properties and dynamic behavior in Dynamics AX (now Dynamics 365 for Operations) applicationsMaintained the Visual Studio extension for X++ developmentEnforced backwards compatibility for X++ syntax and semantics to ensure smooth upgrade cyclesDesigned metamodel structure for Common Data Service and its validationImplemented the CDS SDK modeling experience in C# for both internal and external developers Worked closely with ISVs and internal customers to quickly relieve pain points and drive work items for the X++ compiler, X++ development tools, and CDS SDK modeling experience Show less

Fargo, North Dakota Area

Built a headless browser test framework for validating consistent appearance of the Dynamics AX front endStill in use today for regression detection

Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area

Researched and constructed multiple language extensions with high-level optimizations using Silver, an attribute-grammar specification language which focuses on extensibility of programming languages Built multiple programming languages focused on origin tracking to discern its strengths and weaknesses; added new facets to origin tracking to assist bidirectional transformations and comprehension of software renovation, along with user-relevant types in error messagesBuilt a programming… Show more Researched and constructed multiple language extensions with high-level optimizations using Silver, an attribute-grammar specification language which focuses on extensibility of programming languages Built multiple programming languages focused on origin tracking to discern its strengths and weaknesses; added new facets to origin tracking to assist bidirectional transformations and comprehension of software renovation, along with user-relevant types in error messagesBuilt a programming language in a team environment focused on high-level descriptions of matrix-based operations for high-performance computing (conversion of these ideas to extensions of ANSI C in progress) Show less

Build assorted tools to streamline my team's workCompile and debug large amounts of C/C++ codeAssist migrating my team's many products from ClearCase to Subversion

Develop test routines in PythonTransition department's code (10GB+) from ClearCase to SubversionBuild assorted scripts to automate daily routinesEnsure compilation of project packages

Install KBOX, a systems management program, on computers throughout campusSupport and maintain faculty, staff, and student computersProvide one-on-one assistance for students, faculty, and staff regarding personal and Luther-owned computersRemove viruses and malicious software

Built a ride share site aimed for the college's use during the 2009-2010 school year using Google App Engine through PythonWorked collaboratively with a Luther College faculty memberOrganized personal hours of workIndependently learned HTML and Javascript

Identified errors in computationsConveyed correct answer for studentRecorded grades in grade book for the 24 or 18 student class

Master Of Science - Ms, Computer Science

B.A., Computer Science, Mathematics

Activities and Societies: Pi Mu Epsilon Association for Computing Machinery Math Club

Bachelor Of Arts (B.A.), Mathematics And Computer Science