Professional Summary

Programming is solving real problems that impact real users. I am calm and collec- tive during tough challenges. I am confident in my knowledge of Ruby code and RoR development, and I write code for other programmers to understand. I do not claim to have memorized every algorithm or method, but I have the passion, pa- tience, and ability to research tools and work my way through a challenging prob- lem. I also, have the humility to look for ideas and collaborate with team members. I am passionate about building and maintaining software that clients love. Commu- nication is a necessary skill to be a software engineer. My background prepares me to communicate a clear objective and plan of action with team members and clients. In conclusion, I strive to be a productive team member that will do what it takes to achieve the team’s goals for every client. Skills

• Ruby on Rails, Ruby, HTML, CSS, and JavaScript

• Database development, servers, PostgreSQL, Sqlite3, and MySQL

• Back-end technologies and Rails gems such as: MiniTest, Paperclip, AWS S3, Heroku, ActiveRecord, Bootstrap, CanCan,and Devise

• Git, GitHub, Sublime, Postman, Linux

• API development and Back-End application development

• Communication and management skills

• Troubleshooting, debugging, and problem solving skills Experience

The Iron Yard Ruby on Rails Back-End Engineer Sept. 2015 - Dec. 2015

• Developed full stack web applications using Ruby on Rails framework

• Built RESTful APIs for front-end and mobile iOS development

• Designed and engineered SQL databases, using Postgres and Sqlite3

• TDD using MiniTest

• Built functional web application in a 48 hour HackAThon. 404-***-****

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DARRYL COOPER

Stone Mountain, GA

• Project Manager for project, in which my team built GamerZ United, a match- making platform for Xbox video game players. This application uses a Rails API as well as a third party API, and the data is stored into a PostgreSQL database. Owner, Lead Technician and General Manager, Fixaphone, LLC Aug. 2012- Sept. 2015

• Lead Technician, processed and delivered customers mobile devices in a timely and efficient manner.

• Trained technicians on software and hardware for newly released Apple and Android products.

• General Manager, ordered and tracked inventory, implement customer service policy, and led store team.

Owner, Trade Broker and Contract Comptroller, Global Trade Group Sept 2009 - Aug. 2012

• Trade Broker, established and pursued trade leads from international importing businesses on behalf of US exporting companies.

• Contract Comptroller, provided team of trade brokers with the appropriate legal contracts and documents along with consultation to execute international import/ export transactions.

New Car Sales Professional, Malcolm Cunningham Ford Dealership Jan. 2007 - Mar 2008, July 2009 - Sept 2009

• Identified and qualified customer needs. Implemented sales strategies for negotiating and closing profitable sales with an above average success rate.

• Planned and instructed numerous training sessions to promote sales team professional development and sales goal reinforcement. Owner, Licensed Real Estate Appraiser and Business Manager, Focus Point Appraisal Group May 2004 - Jan 2007

• Business Manager, developed and maintained working relationships with clients through networking, marketing postcards, and cold calling.

• Supervised and signed completed appraisals processed by staff appraisers.

• Licensed Real Estate Appraiser, advised potential homebuyers and investors on real estate market valuations.

Education

Georgia State University - 1998 - 2002

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