Resume
Summary
Full-Stack Web Developer with 14 years of experience architecting and deploying scalable web applications across diverse industries. Proven track record of reducing load times by up to 40% through optimized code architecture and implementing responsive designs that increased mobile user engagement by 35%. Expert in Vue.js, React, Laravel, and Node.js ecosystems, with deep expertise in building accessible, high-performance applications that exceed modern web standards. Recent B.S. in Computer Science graduate (2024) from Southern Illinois University Edwardsville, specializing in AI integration and advanced web technologies. Delivered 50+ production-ready projects demonstrating strong problem-solving abilities, rapid technology adoption, and commitment to maintainable, scalable code architecture.
Skills
Experience
Delivery Driver & Route Optimizer | Sherwin-Williams
Bridgeton, Missouri | December 2018 - Present- Challenge: Inefficient routing causing delayed deliveries to 200+ job sites across metro area. Action: Implemented strategic route optimization using GPS tracking and time-blocking. Result: Achieved 99.2% on-time delivery rate, reduced fuel costs by 15%, and increased daily delivery capacity from 25 to 35 stops.
- Situation: Customer complaints about delivery accuracy impacting business relationships. Task: Develop quality assurance system. Action: Created verification checklist and real-time communication protocol with dispatch. Result: Reduced delivery errors by 87%, earned "Driver of the Quarter" recognition 3 times, and improved customer satisfaction scores from 3.2 to 4.8/5.0.
- Impact: Maintained zero safety incidents over 6+ years (2,000+ deliveries annually) while consistently meeting tight construction deadlines, directly contributing to $2M+ in annual client retention.
Audio Engineer & Production Technician | The Wildey Theatre
Edwardsville, IL | December 2012 - August 2018- Problem: Inconsistent audio quality affecting venue reputation with touring acts. Solution: Engineered optimized sound profiles for 150+ performances annually using professional-grade mixing consoles and acoustic analysis tools. Outcome: Increased artist satisfaction scores by 45%, resulting in 30% more repeat bookings from national acts and positive venue reviews across 12 industry publications.
- Leadership: Coordinated technical requirements with 200+ touring artists and crews, creating standardized communication protocols and pre-show checklists. Impact: Reduced setup time by 40 minutes per show, eliminated technical delays, and earned commendations from acts including Grammy-nominated performers.
- Technical Excellence: Operated complex lighting systems synchronized with live performances and film presentations, programming 500+ lighting cues. Result: Enhanced production value leading to 25% increase in ticket sales for signature events and zero technical failures during 800+ shows.
Web Administrator & Developer | Splotus
Remote | 2011 - 2018- What: Built and maintained community platform serving 10,000+ active users. How: Architected content management system using PHP/MySQL, implemented user authentication and role-based access controls. Outcome: Achieved 99.7% uptime, reduced page load times by 60% through database optimization, and scaled infrastructure to handle 500K monthly page views.
- Challenge: Declining user engagement and feature requests backlog of 100+ items. Action: Implemented data-driven development process using Google Analytics and user feedback surveys, prioritized high-impact features using Agile methodology. Result: Delivered 25+ new features over 7 years, increased average session duration by 35%, and improved user retention rate from 45% to 68%.
- Technical Leadership: Diagnosed and resolved critical production issues, mentored 3 junior developers on best practices. Impact: Reduced bug resolution time from 72 hours to 8 hours average, decreased critical incidents by 75%, and established code review standards that improved overall code quality by 40%.
Education
B.S. in Computer Science | Southern Illinois University Edwardsville
Edwardsville, IL | Graduated: May 2024 | GPA: 3.2- Specialized Coursework: Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning, Advanced Web Development, Database Systems Design, Software Engineering, Data Structures & Algorithms.
- Senior Capstone Project - "Talking Pictures": Led 4-person team developing full-stack mobile application integrating AI voice synthesis with photo management. Built using Flutter, Firebase, and Google Cloud TTS API. Impact: Processed 1,000+ test images, achieved 95% user satisfaction in testing phase, and presented to 50+ faculty/industry professionals. (See Portfolio)
- Academic Achievements: Completed 120+ credit hours including advanced coursework in AI, data science, and cloud computing while working full-time, demonstrating strong time management and dedication.
Projects
For a detailed list of projects, please see my Portfolio.
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