Jon “David” Nuss
Software Developer/Systems Engineer
New Castle, KY 40050
********@*****.***
Employer: Infinibit, Inc
Job Title: DotNet Developer, SQL Developer
Location, Dates: Louisville, KY, 01/2002 - 08/2024
Summary:
Versatile professional with extensive experience in software development, systems engineering, and business ownership. Demonstrated expertise in developing custom applications, enhancing e-commerce platforms, managing network infrastructure, and supporting various clients across multiple industries. Proven ability to drive revenue, improve operational efficiency, and provide comprehensive IT solutions.
Key Responsibilities and Accomplishments:
CLIENT: iCarpetiles, Inc.
E-commerce Integration: Improved custom Windows app to import eBay and Amazon orders for iCarpetiles and CarpetileLots websites using their respective APIs and the PayPal API.
Website Development: Customized NopCommerce DotNetCore e-commerce engine (C#, MVC, DotNet Core, SQL) for iCarpetiles.com, including a complete rewrite of the Website Product Manager, QuickBooks Integrator, Feed & Sitemap generators, and all associated utilities for a seamless transition and trouble-free launch.
3D Visualizer: Designed and developed a 3D tiled floor layout designer (Visualizer) desktop kiosk app to help customers envision custom patterns, enhancing product selection.
Shipping Utility: Developed a shipping re-calculator utility to automatically update all website shipping tables when rates change or are renegotiated.
Payment Gateway: Created a custom payment gateway module for Intuit Merchant Services (VB.Net) and integrated it into the website. Developed a version of QuickBooks Integrator (QBI) to manage orders, customers, and affiliates in QuickBooks Enterprise. Integrated Amazon and eBay orders into QBI via respective APIs.
Website Management: Designed, developed, and supported www.icarpetiles.com, a direct-to-consumer tile distribution website with 17,000 customers, generating over $1 million in annual revenues. The site features automatic image re-sampling, an automated customer responder, and dual-layer encryption for customer data protection.
Backend Development: Designed and developed a warehouse-to-website local Windows DB app backend for the new iCarpetiles.com ASP.NET website with inventory synchronization, auto FTP upload, and product management.
CLIENT: Contract Resources, Inc.
E-commerce Development: Developed CarpetileLots.com e-commerce website with a customized NopCommerce MVC/C# open-source system. Created a custom Nop plugin (C#) for accepting credit card payments from Intuit’s merchant gateway.
QuickBooks Integration: Developed a Windows app to import orders, customers, affiliates, and payments directly into QuickBooks using Intuit API/SDK.
CLIENT: Eric Johnson Enterprises, Inc.
Network Security: Set up router IPsec VPN tunnels to branch offices and colocation center, and remote VPN client software for external devices. Implemented PCI protocols and documentation with regular vulnerability and malware scans.
IT Support: Provided comprehensive IT support for the entire SMB Windows network, software, and web hosting. Automated systems to eliminate the need for a full-time IT department. Orchestrated telecommuting for the sales staff during pandemic.
CLIENT: IAmmo.com, Net Ballistics, LLC
E-commerce Development: Designed and developed www.iammo.com (ASP.Net), an e-commerce website specializing in ammunition and firearms. Features include an auto-XML feed generator, auto inventory/pricing updater, custom web reporting, and affiliate payment/marketing/feed management.
Data Migration: Conducted ETL data migration from MS-SQL to MySQL and co-authored documentation for project conversion to the LAMP stack as per new owner's specifications.
CLIENT: National Nursery Products
Commission Processing System: Designed and developed a multi-tier Windows VB.Net/SQL commission processing system, managing payment data between 170 suppliers, 15,000 customers, and 33 sales reps. This system eliminated the need for multiple spreadsheets and databases, drastically improving throughput and reducing transcription errors.
Order Tracking System: Designed and developed a transactional client/server product order tracking/processing Windows application to integrate with NNP’s commission processing system.
CLIENT: Kiesler Police Supply
Website Development: Designed, developed, and supported www.kiesler.com and www.kieslersonline.com on Classic ASP/SQL Server platforms. These websites supported thousands of customers and generated significant revenue. Features included automatic image handling, custom DB encryption, SQL injection and XSS protection, automated customer response, reporting tools, mailing list management, and user page tracking.
Firepowertv.us: Designed and developed a site featuring product reviews, TV schedules, and an event calendar, supporting a local TV show and generating advertising revenue.
CLIENT: Young Implement Company
Shipping System: Developed www.youngimplements.com, featuring a real-time, multi-carrier shipping system for DHL, UPS, USPS, and FedEx, computing freight from multiple drop shippers and warehouses, which increased sales by optimizing shipping costs.
CLIENT: Marketing Insights, LLC
Survey System: Developed a custom JavaScript, web-based survey system for Yum! Brands to research diversity issues in the workplace, helping to identify problems and increase employee/managerial awareness.
Other Projects:
AI Art Critic: Developing a MAUI Mobile application with ChatGPT4 integrated API proxy (C#, DotNet8).
Fast Email Log Processor: Developed a console application to parse Ability Mail Server logs (SMTP, POP3, IMAP), generate MD5 hashes, and format data (ETL) for quick and bulk import into SQL Server 2022 database (C#, .Net8, EF Core). This facilitates the study of attack vectors on the mail server and the creation of data used for firewall blocking rules.
Lucky Lotto: Created a REST API for generating true random sets of numbers using electronic noise entropy and statistical algorithms.
Coinalyzer: Developed a cryptocurrency tracker and assessment tool pulling data from exchange APIs (DotNet5, MS-SQL).
MemoMaster: Developed a fully encrypted desktop "memo" and information storage system with a desktop client, Blazor client, and working on a MAUI (Android/iOS) client.
AmmoSearch.Com: Created a price comparison search engine for ammunition vendors, featuring automated XML product feed reading and a responsive design (ASP.Net, SQL).
DynamIPe: Authored a Windows DotNet 1.1 service application and SOAP web service for automatically updating DNS records to a dynamic IP address (.Net3.5).
MiracleCat.com: Designed and developed a web-shopping affiliate portal site with auto sitemap and product feed generation and auto-import from CJ REST/SOAP feeds (Classic ASP, SQL).
MiraceCat Blog: Designed and developed a Blazor 8 SSR blogging website (C#, SQL2022) w/auto map generator & ChatGPT AI entry generator.
Employer: Goldwell of Kentucky, Inc.
Job Title: Systems Administrator, Web Developer
Location, Dates: Louisville, KY, 12/1998 - 12/2001
Summary:
Accomplished Systems Administrator and Web Developer with extensive experience in providing comprehensive software and hardware support, database maintenance, remote synchronization, scripting, and web development. Demonstrated expertise in automating processes, enhancing system reliability, and driving revenue through innovative technology solutions.
Key Responsibilities:
Systems Administration: Installed and maintained Windows NT servers and Windows workstations. Managed and maintained databases including Goldmine Contact Management, Accountmate (POS system), and custom FoxPro inventory applications. Customized and optimized remote database synchronization routines for HP palmtops and remote computers for the sales staff. Scripted remote control and file transfer applications (PC Anywhere, NT RAS, and VPNs). Provided voicemail scripting (Vodavi) and general PCX troubleshooting. Developed utility programs using Visual Basic (3), QuickBasic, and WinBatch. Conducted in-house computer training for staff and select clients.
Web Development: Designed, developed, and implemented the cyber-Tan.com online tanning products website, grossing over $20,000 in its first month of operation. Initiated a client website program enabling over 1000 Goldwell clients to establish their web presence, increasing client loyalty, market exposure, and revenue. Set up secure remote desktops for management and sales staff, allowing order entry from home and reducing unnecessary trips to the office.
Technical Support: Maintained 20 PCs in-house and 2 file servers, as well as all PDAs used in daily operations. Saved thousands annually in maintenance costs by automating various aspects of the network and POS system, significantly improving reliability and reducing the need for outsourced IT support.
Accomplishments:
Data Synchronization: Developed automatic data synchronization applications for HP Palmtop PCs, integrating Goldmine Contact Manager and POS software. This allowed a sales staff of 20 to process orders on-site with clients, increasing revenue by closing "impulse" and rush orders, reducing extra trips, and freeing up time for additional sales calls.
Website Development: Created the cyber-Tan.com website, which grossed over $20,000 in its first month, demonstrating strong web development skills and an understanding of e-commerce.
Client Engagement: Established a client website program for Goldwell, enhancing the web presence of over 1000 clients. This initiative boosted client loyalty, expanded market exposure, and increased revenue, ultimately benefiting distribution sales.
Remote Work Solutions: Implemented secure remote desktops for management and sales staff, facilitating order entry from home and reducing unnecessary office visits.
Cost Savings and Automation: Maintained an efficient IT infrastructure, saving thousands annually by automating network and POS system maintenance, which improved reliability and reduced the need for external IT services.
Employer: Pomeroy Computer Resources, Inc.
Job Title: Systems Engineer III
Location, Dates: Louisville, KY, 02/1997 – 12/1998
Summary:
Experienced Systems Engineer with a strong background in supporting the rollout of major software applications and operating systems. Specialized in network distributed applications, scripting, and integrating PDA applications to improve efficiency and data integrity. Proven track record in enhancing operational workflows and saving significant labor hours.
Key Responsibilities:
Software and OS Rollout: Supported the deployment of major software applications and operating systems (OS/2, Windows NT, Windows 95) across thousands of client PCs within Humana divisions.
Network Applications: Specialized in network distributed applications and WinBatch scripting, enhancing the integration of PDA applications (Palm OS) for executives and medical staff, which improved transcription efficiency and data integrity.
PC Imaging: Introduced faster methods for reloading PC images at PCR branch, reducing labor hours significantly. Enabled 2 personnel to handle tasks previously requiring 10, resulting in substantial time and cost savings.
IT Support and Escalation: Collaborated with help desk and service escalation teams to provide comprehensive systems services and support in the greater Louisville area.
Client and Server Applications: Installed and troubleshooted corporate client and server applications, including various client and server operating systems (Windows NT Server, NT Workstation, WFW 3.11, Windows 95, and OS/2 Warp).
Network Peripheral Configuration: Installed and configured network peripherals (switches, routers, print servers), IBM mainframe terminals, printers, and host session terminal emulation software (Rumba).
Hardware Installation: Conducted hardware installations of all types, including proprietary peripherals and palmtop applications, ensuring smooth operation and troubleshooting when necessary.
LAN/WAN Configuration: Configured and troubleshooted LAN/WAN IP clients, providing reliable network connectivity and performance.
Wireless Networking: Configured wireless networking systems including access points, repeaters, and wireless clients to ensure robust and seamless wireless connectivity.
Novell and Windows Network Clients: Configured Novell network and Windows network clients, ensuring seamless integration and network performance.
Scripting and Automation: Developed automated installation scripts using various batch scripting systems, streamlining software deployment and configuration processes.
Network Device Configuration: Configured level 2 and 3 network devices, ensuring optimal network performance and reliability.
Strategic Planning: Engaged in high-level strategic planning meetings to facilitate the seamless transition of new rollouts from staging to production, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and timelines.
Accomplishments:
Supported Rollout: Successfully supported the rollout of critical software applications and operating systems, enhancing the overall IT infrastructure of the organization.
PC Imaging: Implemented efficient PC imaging methods, drastically reducing labor hours and improving training center operations.
Productivity: Improved executive and medical staff productivity by integrating PDA applications, resulting in better data management and transcription accuracy.
IT Support: Provided robust IT support and troubleshooting, ensuring minimal downtime and optimal system performance across various operating systems and hardware configurations.
Wireless Network: Enhanced wireless network performance and coverage through effective configuration and management of wireless access points, repeaters, and clients.
Strategic Planning: Contributed to successful future rollouts by actively participating in strategic planning meetings, ensuring smooth transitions from staging to production.
Professional Skills
Languages & Markup:
C# (C Sharp)
VB.Net, VBScript, VBA
JavaScript, ECMA Script
ANSI SQL, MSQL, T-SQL
PERL
HTML5, CSS3
XML, XSD, DTD, XSLT
JSON, PDF
Arduino C++ (microcontrollers)
Platforms & Frameworks:
DotNet Core through .Net8
DotNet Framework
ASP.Net Web Forms, WPF
ASP.Net Web API (WCF, REST, microservice, MVC)
SignalR (websockets)
Jquery
BootStrap
Blazor Server & Client
Active Server Pages
Development Tools & Systems:
MS Visual Studio
VS Code
MS SQL Server: SSMS, SSIS & CLR
Internet Information Server
PowerShell
SAP Crystal Reports
MS Reports (SSRS)
Windows Server
MS Office
Google Workspace
Education
University Of Louisville, Speed Scientific School, 1993
Electrical Engineering, minor in Chemistry
Engineering Math & Computer Science, minor in Business Administration
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