Engineer Software
Resume:
Kerry Thompson
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PROFILE
Expert Flex/Flash ActionScript developer
Expert with server-side communications via XML, JSON, and related
technologies.
Advanced skills with core web technologies such as JavaScript, HTML, and
CSS
Prolific, flexible coder, with exceptional productivity and quality
record
Over 20 years' programming experience
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
6/2013- RBM Technologies
12/2014 Flex/Flash Developer
Refactored, fixed bugs, and implemented features in company's
core Flash/Flex Web applications. Currently working in Flex,
HTML, and JavaScript to develop client-side and back-end
functionality.
2006-2013 Software and Web Developer/Contractor
Developer of large-scale multimedia programs using
object-oriented ActionScript in Flash and Flex. Developed web
pages with HTML, JavaScript, and CSS. Clients Include:
Partners Health Care Laboratory for Molecular Medicine
Wrote and skinned Flex Spark Components for medical software
ImagineEngine
Developed game modules for Sesame Street using Flex/ActionScript
3 and CSS
Developed online music games for Berklee School of Music using
Flash and Flex/AS3, HTML, CSS, and JavaScript
Cambium Learning
Developed presentation layer in Flex/AS3 for large educational
program
GSN.COM
Wrote major portions of upcoming Jeopardy! Facebook game in
ActionScript 3 using Flex and Flash, including
server-communication via JSON to server-side PHP.
Pearson Education
Programmed games and advertising campaigns in Flash
Designed and implemented source control system on Linux server
Autovod Inc.
Developed AS3 libraries in Flex
Developed AS3 and XSLT code to handle JSON data in Flex
PTC
Completed complex sales tool in nine languages (five European
and four Asian languages) using Flash/ActionScript 2, HTML,
JavaScript, CSS, and SQL
2004-2006 ImaginEngine (Backbone Entertainment)
Senior Software Engineer
Developed educational and entertainment software using
object-oriented code in Director (Lingo), Flash (ActionScript),
Microsoft Visual C++, and Lua. Accomplishments include:
Lead engineer on Disney Online's Preschool Playhouse Online,
their largest project to date
Wrote C++ classes for Motorola "Wannado City" project, including
LAN networking code
2003-2004 Software Developer/Contractor
Developer of large-scale multimedia programs using
object-oriented ActionScript and Lingo in Flash, Flex, HTML,
JavaScript, CSS, and Director. Clients Include:
ActionGaming Inc. Developed online games in Flash/ActionScript 2
Adams & Knight Wrote retirement calculator for ING in
Flash/ActionScript 2
Fuel Industries Wrote 3D Shockwave snowboarding game for
Wrigley's Candystand.com
2001-2003 Intellitools
Senior Software Engineer
Developed software in Flash and Director to teach reading skills.
Accomplishments include:
Developed set of 6 standalone and multiuser CD-ROMs titled "Get
Set for Reading
Adapted reading programs with features to enable physically
handicapped children
2000-2001 Learning Network
Senior Web Engineer
Developed educational applications for CD-ROM and the Web using
Flash, Director/Shockwave, HTML, CSS, XML, XSLT, and JavaScript.
Accomplishments include:
Wrote Lingo and ActionScript code for nearly 50 online
educational games
Developed numerous XML- and XSLT-based Web page
1998-2000 Digital Light Studios, Inc.
VP, Engineering
Helped build a startup multimedia service company, including
managing engineers, designing UX, and architecting and writing
code. Accomplishments include:
Wrote XML-based engine for authoring interactive CBTs in Director
and Lingo
Developed Web pages in HTML, JavaScript, and CSS
1997-98 Bowne Global Solutions
Engineering Manager
Managed engineers and analysts to internationalize and localize
software from clients such as Corel, and Disney. Earned the
company's "Excellence in Team Leadership".
1996-97 Disney Interactive Entertainment
Production Manager
Managed the production of multimedia entertainment software from
concept to delivery, including launching the most ambitious
computer game in Disney history; organized the Disney/ESPN sports
game studio and launched five sports games.
1991-95 Sony Electronic Publishing
Engineering Group Manager/Senior Software Engineer
Engineering management and Programming.
Wrote Windows-based multimedia software in C and C++. Managed 6
engineers.
SPECIALIZED SKILLS
Internet and Desktop Multimedia
Thorough knowledge of all aspects of multimedia and web
production and programming
Programming Languages
Flash/Flex ActionScript2 & ActionScript3, JavaScript, HTML,
HTML 5, CSS 3, Director/Lingo, Microsoft Visual C++, XSLT,
PASCAL, ASSEMBLER, FORTRAN, COBOL, BASIC
Languages
Chinese (Mandarin), basic Japanese, Spanish, and German
EDUCATION/PROFESSIONAL TRAINING
Courses toward BS, Computer Science, Monterey Peninsula College.
All courses required for Novell Certified Netware Engineer
Master's Degree in Music, The University of Michigan.
Bachelor's Degree in Music, The University of Michigan. Graduated
"With Distinction."
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