george higbie android developer
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android projects
Stop Witch (Published in Google Play)
A social media-minded and Halloween themed stopwatch that lets athletes share their record breaking times. Technology used: Translate Animation, Alpha Animation, Scale Animation, Animation Listeners, Customized Buttons, Splash Page, Handler, System Timer, Toast, Media Player & Implicit Intents Developer Health + (Under Construction)
Developed with a sports chiropractor, this app is to help developers maintain their health while working. Turkey Blaster (Published in Google Play)
This Thanksgiving-themed app is based on the ridiculous game of shooting at caged turkeys from a distance. Technology used: Object Animation, Property Animation, Value Animation, Animation Listeners, Share Preferences
(Data Persistence), Splash Page, Media Player, Intent & Handler Digital Leash
An app that allows parents to set a boundary for their children in which to play. Technology used: REST, JSON, OKHttp, Fragments, Toast, Splash Page, Customized Buttons, & Async Task LCD Clock
An LCD clock app that allows users to customize the views. Technology used: Canvas, Custom Views, Intents, Paint, Handler, Runnable & Java Calendar
employment
AMERICAN SAVINGS BANK
E-Learning Developer
2015 to 2016
• Created and developed interactive e-learning solutions.
• Implemented a compliance e-learning solution that resulted in over $50K in savings per annum.
• Developed webpages for the Learning Management System and SharePoint using HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript
• Created a continuous quality improvement program to improve training quality and grow instructors.
• Introduced training assessment processes utilizing levels 1, 2, and 3 of Kirkpatrick' s evaluation methodology.
• Managed LMS content, LMS reports, LMS updates, and assisted others in developing and hosting e-learning.
• Captured and edited video, audio, and images using digital recording devices and DSLR cameras. HAWAIIAN TELCOM
E-Learning Developer
2014 to 2015
• Developed and deployed interactive, scenario-based, and informational e-learning solutions.
• Created and developed webpages in the Hawaiian Telcom LMS using HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript.
• Developed and delivered leadership and managerial courses in face-to-face settings and via webinar.
• Assessed organizational training needs using combinations of qualitative and quantitative research methods.
• Designed training assessments and implemented processes on continuous quality improvement. ABET (ACCREDITATION BOARD FOR ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY) Training Manager
2010 to 2014
• Led and managed all online and face-to-face training initiatives for over 1,500 volunteers worldwide.
• Created and maintained all training webpage using HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and Adobe Dreamweaver.
• Created projections of organizational attrition and growth and developed interventions for future needs.
• Continuously assessed and measured training quality using surveys and used resulting data to improve training.
• Developed and delivered Train-the-Trainer sessions for new and experienced training mentors and facilitators.
• Implemented major curriculum changes throughout all training offerings based on harmonized criteria. US CENSUS BUREAU
Research Support Specialist (Spanish Language Support) 2008 to 2010
• Conducted qualitative evaluations of the survey instruments used for the 2010 Census, the 2010 Census Group Quarters Enumeration, the Census Coverage Measurement, and the American Community Survey.
• Conducted in-depth interviews in Spanish and English and incorporated findings into reports.
• Conducted in-depth ethnographic observations and analyses of group quarters enumerations at various detainment and penitentiary centers, military bases, long-term care facilities, homeless shelters, and dormitories. AUSTIN COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Adjunct Professor
2005 to 2008
• Developed and delivered over 30 semester-long face-to-face and internet-based language courses.
• Awarded MSTA distinction for excellent student evaluations.
• Composed and edited over 60 podcasts used for asynchronous, on-the-go training language training.
education
Turn to Tech
Android Development Immersive 2016
Texas State University - San Marcos
MA Organizational Communication 2008
The University of Texas at Austin
MA Hispanic Linguistics 2004
Southwest Texas State University
BA Spanish 2001
skills
TECHNICAL
SKILLS
Java
XML
Android SDK
JSON
Git
HTML
CSS
JavaScript
REST
LANGAUGES
Spanish
(Fluent)
Portuguese
(Fluent)
Chinese
(Mandarin,
Basic)
Arabic (Fusha,
Basic)
OTHER
Articulate
Storyline 2
Learning
Management
Systems
Quantitative
Research
Qualitative
Research
Adobe
Dreamweaver
Adobe Flash
Leadership
Development
additional work
experience
Holt, Rinehart, and Winston
Contract Textbook Editor
2005 to
2006
Mattress Firm Stores
Store Manager/Salesperson
2004 to
2005
The University of Texas at Austin
Instructor / Teaching Assistant
2001 to
2004
Southwest Texas State University
Student Employee
1997 to
2001
ceri cates and
additional training
Adobe Flash for E-Learning Certi cate - Association for Talent Development
Nov
2014
Advanced E-Learning & Instructional Design Certi cate - Association for Talent Development
Aug
2014
E-Learning & Instructional Design Certi cate -
Association for Talent Development
Jul
2014
Designing Learning Certi cate - Association for Talent Development
Jun
2014
Design Thinking Certi cate - Hawaiian Telcom and
Ocean IT
Mar
2014
ISO 9001:2008 Management System Overview - QAI
Training for Quality
Jun
2013
Finance and Accounting for Non-Financial Managers - American Society of Association Executives
Mar
2013
Project Management Masters Certi cation Course -
Association for Project Management
Oct
2011
Fundamentals of Focus Group Facilitation - Riva
Training Institute
Jun
2009
Mediation and Dispute Resolution - US Census Bureau, Department of Commerce
Mar
2009