Developer Web
Resume:
Thomas R. Berry
Web Developer
****.*****@*****.***
www.thomasberry.ca
Summary
I am a web developer with excellent front end web development experience (html/html5,
css/sass/less, javascript/jquery). When it comes to back end development my specialities are
ruby and ruby on rails. However, I love learning and using new tools and will jump at any
opportunity to do so.
Education
HackerYou 2013
Responsive Web Development
● Mobile first and responsive web development using css/sass/less, twitter bootstrap,
javascript/jquery
Bitmaker Labs 2013
Web Development
● Javascript/Jquery, Ruby, Ruby on Rails, Sass/Less, Git/Github, Test Driven
Development
University of Toronto 2008 2010
Master of Information Studies
Brock University 2004 2008
Honours Bachelors of Arts History and Geography
Professional Experience
Software Developer 2014
Present
Encore Lab, University of Toronto
● Develop the UI based on the specifications of researchers at the University of Toronto
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and Harvard using mostly javascript, jquery, backbone and underscore.
● Develop re usable libraries that we can use when starting new projects to help increase
our productivity
● Attend weekly design meetings with researchers in order to provide feedback on design
decsions
Web Developer 2012
Present
Toronto Public Library
● Work with html/html5, css/sass, javascript/Jquery, java/jsp and applied knowledge of
ruby and ruby on rails to develop to improve new features of the Toronto Public Library’s
website
● Redesigned components of the site to meet web accessibility standards (AODA) as well
as ensuring cross browser and legacy support
● Managed and completed multiple projects on time and to the specifications of
stakeholders
● Demonstrated understanding and ability to create fully responsive website either from
scratch or using libraries like bootstrap
● Deep understanding of responsive web design/development as well as the technical
skills to take a design and turn it into functioning websites and applications
Intern Software Developer
2013
The Working Group www.twg.ca
● Worked as a part of a team to complete projects for clients using html/haml, css/sass,
javascript/jquery and ruby on rails
● Demonstrated strong knowledge of version control specifically Git/Github in order to
track and maintain a solid codebase.
● Proved dedication, efficiency, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in an agile
working environment
Freelance Web Developer 2012
2013
● Managed budgets and deadlines to deliver and complete project on time and to client
expectations
● Created mobile first and responsive websites which look good on all devices
● Applied latest technologies and tools while ensuring legacy support for older browsers
Librarian 2010 2013
Toronto Public Library
● Assessed and collaborated with librarians to administer the licenses of various electronic
resources and vendor agreements
● Progressive experience managing operations of libraries and motivating student and
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full time staff
● Proven experience managing time sensitive projects while displaying organization,
collaboration, analytical thinking and flexibility
● Taught classes on the topics of research, searching the catalog, and conducting online
research
User and Technical Support Technician 2008
2010
Scholars Portal, University of Toronto
● Liaised with vendors to troubleshoot and solve technical problems experienced by library
system administrators and users at colleges and universities across Canada
● Created digital content (screencasts, documentation and guides) that succeeded in
supporting students’ ability to effectively use our products and services
● Developed, organized and taught tutorials aimed at increasing student information
literacy regarding the use of OCUL various electronic products and services
● Accumulated knowledge of digital collection development, licensing and copyright while
working with a team of professional librarians
References
Alan Harnum
Project Lead (Circulating E Content) at Toronto Public Library
Toronto Public Library
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Emerson Lackey
Developer and Tech Lead
The Working Group
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Bartek Kawula
Information Architect Librarian
Scholars Portal, OCUL
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