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October 11, 2012

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Sara Trice

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Skills

Programming Languages (in order of most recent usage):

Ruby (1.8.7, 1.9.2) and Ruby on Rails (2, 3)

HTML/CSS

Javascript (jQuery framework)

PHP (4.x and 5.x)

Query languages:

MySQL

MS-SQL

Software:

Development tools: Git, Vim, Textmate

Photoshop

Microsoft Office (high level of Excel proficiency)

Operating systems:

Mac OS X

Linux/Unix

Windows 98/2000/XP/7

Hardware

PC troubleshooting/construction

NetworkingExperience

2011-presentWowzers, LLC Chicago, Illinois, Web Application Developer

Provide full-stack Ruby on Rails design and back-end administration for

teacher/administrator interface for Wowzers, a core curriculum mathematics teaching tool

for elementary school students. Refactored entire application from the ground up to

utilize RESTful architecture; redesigned user interface to enhance usability and minimize

learning curve for new users.

2007-2011Tukaiz, LLC Franklin Park, Illinois, Application Developer/Data Specialist

Provided full-stack Ruby on Rails design and back-end administration for web

applications. Developed custom applications through all stages of the systems development

life cycle process for major corporate clients; applications varied from e-commerce to

project management software. Developed, tested and implemented business intelligence

applications and reporting tools related to customer correspondence and lead generation

for firm s major client, State Farm Insurance, utilizing PHP and MySQL. Rapidly integrated

into product support team for in-house intranet; took ownership of support, development

and upgrades for several major in-house applications.

Specific tasks include:

Ruby on Rails Projects:

Lead role on development team for Taco Bell s marketing project managment software based

in Ruby on Rails 3. Features included user authentication and management, role-based

authorization, file uploads via javascript/flash, and workflow management.

Major role on development team for Tukaiz Backstage, a customer-facing web-to-print

ecommerce software based in Ruby on Rails 2.2.2. Developed administrative backend,

reporting, and fulfillment backend for distribution centers.

PHP Projects:

Development of complete data entry system for customer response mail, including

administrative interface, graphical reporting of data entry to State Farm, and internal

reports.

Conversion of data import and lead response system to adhere to new data formats as

dictated by State Farm.

Created scheduled and ad-hoc reports for internal and external departments using MySQL.

Completed overhaul of user access administration for in-house applications in order to

tie together several disparate systems.

Initiated and oversaw systemwide optimization of SQL queries to increase speed and

efficiency.

2006-2007Gordian Health Solutions, Inc. Nashville, Tennessee, Lead Data Analyst

Provided data analysis and corporate reporting for both internal and client data feeds.

Gathered requirements, analyzed needs, and designed new reports or updated existing

reports in response to client requests. Supervised three Data Analysts to ensure that data

file imports and scheduled report feeds were completed on time and checked for quality

assurance for 100+ clients.

Specific tasks include:

Negotiated data requirements with clients.

Imported data files while examining them for integrity of format and information.

Provided technical support to clients.

Created scheduled and ad-hoc reports for clients using MS-SQL.

Provided any requested ad-hoc reporting for internal business analysis.

Provided support and supervision on other Data Analysts.

2004-2006VCCH, Inc. Nashville, Tennessee, Information Technology Specialist

Met with clients, determined specifications for projects, translated specifications into

real-world applications, and presented the solution to the customer. Developed websites

for clients and internal company web sites, including design and back-end programming.

Provided client support for the Asterisk PBX, including troubleshooting and installation.

1998 to 2004Van Money Manager Research Nashville, Tennessee, Manager Information Technology

Supported end-user applications, provided help desk functions and end-user training.

Designed and produced marketing materials, including integration of proprietary software

with desktop publishing software to automate the production of these materials. Maintained

and developed the company s main website, as well as an investors-only site giving clients

the ability to check their portfolios and returns.

Specific tasks include:

Built and maintained the company s 25-user Windows network.

Provided help desk support for end users (application, networking, hardware).

Provided database support and development in Microsoft Access.

Virus and external networking threat management.

Performed end-user training for applications.

Created processes for automating marketing materials and perform user training.

Web site development and maintenance, including PHP programming.

1996-1998

Information and Technology Services Columbia, Missouri, User Consultant

Aided users in computer operation, attended to computer and printer maintenance, and

checked users in and out of the lab.

Education

University of Missouri Columbia, Missouri 1993-1998

Major: Bachelor of Science in Education; specialization in secondary school Spanish

Graduating G.P.A.: 3.26

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