Tai Nguyen, MBA, BS www.linkedin.com/in/tai*nguyen
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Junior Programmer/Business Analyst: Commended self-starter with 2 years of experience developing web applications and working through all stages of the Software Development Lifecycle (SLDC). Employed as a Junior Programmer/Consultant while studying for both BSc and MBA as well as playing a key role in the Maryland Industrial Partnership (MIPS) Grant between OPS, LLC and Salisbury University.
Areas of Expertise: Proficient in the Microsoft Office Suite, JavaScript, HTML5, CSS3, Node.js, Vue.js 2.0, Vuex, Project Requirements Collation & Planning, Wire-Frame Creation, Use Case Generation, Process Diagraming, Mobile Applications Design with a user centered approach, and SAP ERP System configurations. Able to lead multiple development teams in an agile environment. Proven aptitude to learn new developmental frameworks and apply them in a professional environment.
Junior Software Developer, Operational Precision Systems, LLC December 2015 - Present
Salisbury, MD
Recorded governmental monitoring requirements for Water Providers and synthesized the compliance process into an approachable workflow to be used by the development team.
Liaised with key stakeholders including Technical Architects, Executive Board & End Users to compile Business and User Requirements. Led the effort to create an entire suite of 100+ detailed wire-frame interfaces.
Managed the interrelationship between each component into Use Cases, and built an end-to-end interactive rapid prototype of the entire application. This was issued to real-world Water Operators for initial feedback that led to iterative design improvements.
Participated in a collaborative effort with the MIPS team. Acted as the touchpoint between key stakeholders and the team ensuring that deliverables were met on time and at the standards set by the Functional Specification.
Researched and evaluated various external APIs specializing in archiving changes made to websites. Used to enhance the development process with real-time change tracking ability, allowing the team to receive updates whenever a regulatory change has been made.
Worked closely with the Executive Board to create a suitable developmental workflow.
Assessed internal compliance logic using test cases and ensured the quality of results were standardized across all cases. Test cases varied on several levels and included multiple variables such as; time, sample type, location, and system size.
Acted in a dual role as Project Owner and ensured that capabilities delivered by the development team met the requirements set by stakeholders.
Relayed expected deliverables and addressed issues experienced by development teams to ensure a smooth and productive sprint.
Participated in support activities that allow for a smooth translation of requirements to capabilities.
Lead Project Advisor, Maryland Industrial Partnership January 2016 - Present
Salisbury, MD
Led 2 teams of 5 students in the website design process. Used previously laid out compliance workflow, in conjunction with existing wireframes and the Functional Specification, to allow for easier understanding of federal monitoring regulations and the software design standards of the project.
Provided concrete milestones and delegated tasks based on each member’s proficiency with the current framework to ensure that scheduled deliverables are met accordingly.
Created custom web application components, using Vue.js and Vuex. Each component fulfilled a use case provided for in the Function Specification and laid the foundation for future software iterations and improvements.
Aided team members in the transition between the design and the production process. Along with fellow consultants, provided assistance to each member in understanding and using Vue.js and Vuex. The team was walked through several sample projects and code snippets to help them grasp the framework and its methodologies.
Project Name: WaterOPS
Description:
A dual effort between OPS and MIPS, this project is designed to meet the current needs of Water Providers as a central data collection system. In addition to complimenting the EPA’s CMDP, WaterOPS keeps track of monitoring requirements, allows field agents to record data directly into the database using current smart devices, acts as a safeguard against potential monitoring violations, and eases the stress of reporting compliance by meeting EPA requirements. I am currently responsible for leading the development team in the creation and design of the data collection module to be used by Water System Samplers.
Responsibilities:
Responsible for Front-End Development of the project.
Worked closely with key stakeholders to compile Business and User Requirements.
Relayed stakeholder requirements to the development team.
Generated multiple Use Cases in support of the earlier stages of the SDLC.
Prototyped early application layout via wire frames.
Translated wire frames into initial project skeleton with Webpack, Node.js, and HTML5.
Developed the application navigation bar using CSS, JavaScript, and Vue Router.
Used Vue Js 2.0 and Vuex to create business logic and maintain a constant data state.
Created reusable components such as timers, error messages, and task menus.
Applied JSON objects as placeholder data to mimic call backs to the server.
Followed Agile Development methodology.
Led reviews of project capabilities at the end of each sprint.
Technologies: Vue.js 2.0, Vuex, Vue Router, JSON, HTML5, JavaScript, CSS, Bootstrap, Node.js, Webpack.
EDUCATION
MBA, Perdue School of Business, University of Salisbury, MD (GPA 3.80). May 2017
BSc, Business Management and Information Systems, University of Salisbury, MD May 2016
HONORS / RECOGNITION
Vue Js Complete Course, Udemy (2017)
Dean’s List, Salisbury University (2012-2017)
Member, Beta Gamma Sigma (2016)
Member, Beta Alpha Psi (2016)
Member, Phi Kappa Phi (2016)
House of Delegates Scholarship (2014)
SU Success Scholarship (2015)
Aflac, Fast Starter Award (2015)
Target Corp. Case Competition winner (2015)