Terry's Resume

JUNIOR SOFTWARE ENGINEER

Poised to deliver current education and training in computer-science applications delivered through enthusiastic, positive, "can-do" attitude and trainability

PROFESSIONAL PROFILE

• Technically proficient, enthusiastic new computer-science graduate who possesses comprehensive, practical knowledge of latest hardware and programming technologies, along with expertise in multiple software applications.
• Bright, tenacious problem-solver with collaborative, team-oriented spirit, as well as ability to gather and synthesize diverse ideas and produce strategic action plan to facilitate effective problem resolution.
• Results-oriented project facilitator known for excellent communication skills, sharp, insightful listening skills, and ability to harness strengths, build consensus, and propel project forward with clear, constructive interface with both technical and non-technical internal/external clientele.
• Detail-oriented multitasker with excellent prioritization and time-management skills and ability to perform accurately, creatively, and efficiently in fast-paced environment.

EDUCATION

Bachelor of Science in Computer Science, University of Massachusetts, Amherst, MA, 2005

PROJECTS

• Collaborated on group project to enable search functionality from Web interface.
• Added functionality to incomplete Pascal compiler.
• Wrote series of programs using OCR techniques.
• Designed and began implementation of database-management system using Python.
• Created a game for Game Boy advance system.

TECHNICAL PROFICIENCIES

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Freelance Consultant/Custom System Builder/Service Upgrader, Tenafly, NJ, 2003 to present

• Perform on-site analysis and troubleshooting for problematic PC issues.
• Build variety of new custom computer systems, perform system upgrades, and install software applications.
• Provide client training on computer operations and software applications.
• Administer small networks, including server and multiple workstations that run Web pages and email servers.
• Implemented mandelbrot set viewer.
• Designed and implemented Perl script to rip CDs.
• Wrote login page for server access in Perl.
• Created open-source plug-in for Blosxom blog engine to attach image thumbnails to blog entries.
• Implemented subset of http protocol in Perl.

Sales Associate, Blockbuster Entertainment, Teaneck, NJ, June to Aug. 2002

• Provided customer service to store patrons and assist them in selection, rental, and/or purchase of video and video related products.

Sales Associate, Electronics, K-Mart, Closter, NJ, July 2000 to Aug. 2001

• Provided friendly, informative assistance to customers considering purchase of electronics and related products.
• Took initiative to learn photo-lab operations, including internal functionality of photo-developing equipment, and provided problem-solving and repairs.
• Increased film-processing volume directly by delivering consistently high customer-service levels.
• Earned kudos from home office because satisfied customers called in with commendations.