Simon Byford Email & Phone Number

I work in an IT Support role with BT. I am based in Chippenham and also work in Bristol some of the time. I commute to these locations from my home in Swindon.I take advantage of all the training and study opportunities that are made available both through work and privately through other providers.In recent years I have attained the Open University Certificate in Computing and Information Technology (Cert IT & Comp (Open) - Awarded July 2009), the Open University Certificate in Computing & Mathematics (Cert Comp & Maths (Open) - Awarded October 2012).I have completed modules T175 – Networked living; exploring information and communication technologies, M150 – Data, computing and information and MU123 - Discovering mathematics.To develop my skills and stay sharp I use online study - mostly Pluralsight, Udemy, Linkedin Learning and ACI Learning. I have recently been following the CS50 series on edX.Specialities: Website development, IT Services. Learning Python. I enjoy IT networking courses. I would like to obtain formal certification in these areas in the future.In December 1982 I sat and passed the Radio Amateur's Examination and since then have held a UK amateur radio licence. I have been a member of the Radio Society of Great Britain (RSGB) since 1975, having started out in the traditional way as a Short Wave Listener ("SWL") the previous year. Although most amateur radio traffic is voice and data these days I can still read and send Morse Code as long as it is not sent too quickly!In 1998 I passed the Advanced Driving Test and became a full member of the Institute of Advanced Motorists (IAM). I am also a member of the local IAM RoadSmart group - Swindon Advanced Motorists.I have affiliate membership of the British Computer Society (BCS) and would like to upgrade this to complement my membership of the Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply (CIPS).Other interests include being a member of the King's English Society with the aim of improving the clarity and effectiveness of my written and spoken communication.

Listed skills include Website Development and It Service Management.