RICHARD SAFFY

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SUMMARY

I have many years of experience writing/maintaining code in Microsoft C#, Visual Basic and Visual Basic for Applications (VBA). The majority of applications I have written have been integrated with relation databases (Oracle/Microsoft). I have also programmed using Oracle PL/SQL and have developed many complex queries and utilized query optimization tools. I am a full cycle developer who is usually involved with all aspects of each project (analysis, design, testing, training, implementation, support and maintenance). I utilize test driven design and am trying to incorporate newer development techniques such as design patterns, domain driven design and the latest MVC pattern by Microsoft. I work well in teams as well as independently. I have a results driven approach to software development and always keep in mind that IT is a service industry (we are here to provide tools to automate/support the business).

TECHNICAL SKILLS

ASP.NET, CSS, HTML, JavaScript, XML, Microsoft C#, Microsoft SQL Server, Microsoft Visual Basic, Microsoft Visual Studio 2010, MVC, Oracle Database 11g, Oracle PL/SQL, Toad for Oracle v12, TortoiseHg, SalesForce, Apex programming

EXPERIENCE

WINDSTREAM COMMUNICATIONS/NUVOX COMMUNICATIONS, Greenville, South Carolina

Applications Developer, 2001-2018

Built calendar-based web scheduling application for telecom installation. Improved efficiency, reduced telecom installation time by 2 to 3 weeks and eliminated missed appointments.

oAllowed technicians, provisioners, and engineers different functionalities based on their role.

oCollaborated with stakeholders from different departments to identify problems and brain storm solutions.

oreduced overload for project coordinators and overbooking of field technicians

oTrained 125 people in groups of 15-25 on application usage

Recognized as single development owner of sales automation tool (SAT) maintaining 99.6% service availability.

Created web services to expose SAT functionality for easy application interfacing using MVC methodology.

Produced SAT executive summary, ASP application with drill-down capabilities for corporate reporting, trend analysis, performance ratings, and sales forecasting.

Created credit score editor application, using ASP.NET to access Oracle data and improve user experience.

Developed interface to send and receive credit transactions and switched from Experian to Equifax by generating batch applications in Microsoft C#.

Created ASP applications for NuVox Intranet, automating calendar events as well as tracking and performance for human resources, accounting, and other departments.

Migrated SAT data from Oracle database into Salesforce and utilized Apex Code to consolidate legacy systems into current Windstream enterprise systems.

PROACTIVE TECHNOLOGY, Greenville, South Carolina

Software Engineer, 2000-2001

Enhanced and maintained applications and created web publishing application for Microsoft Excel spreadsheets.

Produced web-based telephone paging application using COM and ASP.

Drafted Microsoft Visual Basic application to allow salespeople to update company website news section and automatically upload FTP changes to externally hosted web server.

Revamped company website to match new logo, vision, and focus.

ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE

HONEYWELL ENGINES AND SYSTEMS, Greer, South Carolina, Programmer Analyst, 1990-2000. Developed client and server applications using ADO.NET, Adobe ColdFusion and Photoshop 5, CSS, HTML, JavaScript, Microsoft Access and Office 97, Microsoft SQL Server 6.5, Microsoft Visual Basic 6, and Microsoft Visual Basic for Applications. Drafted and maintained mainframe systems using COBOL II, CICS, and DL/I. Created applications in manufacturing, MRP, quality control, accounting, engineering, shop floor control, defect analysis, document control, and imaging and management reporting.

WINN-DIXIE CORPORATE HEADQUARTERS, Jacksonville, Florida, Programmer Analyst, 1986-1990. Provided custom applications for senior management reporting needs. Created check reconciliation system using transaction info from accounts payable and weekly batch bank tape input. Managed MSA fixed assets, general ledger, and information expert business modules.

COMPUTERS AMERICA, INC., Jacksonville, Florida, Programmer Analyst, 1984-1986. Designed, programmed, tested, and implemented accounting and custom application systems for small businesses using Micro Focus COBOL, RM/COS, and MP/M operating systems.

EDUCATION

UNIVERSITY OF FLORIDA, Gainesville, Florida

B.S., Computer and Information Science, 1984