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Cambarus Inc.

Michael Chagala

San Diego

Objective

A web development position in an organization with exceptionally high programming standards, where advanced knowledge of client-side scripting is needed.

Qualifications

CSS and Table-less layout

  • .: Assisted in development of Sony proprietary browser, Silk
  • .: Extensive knowledge of HTML element use and W3C standards
  • .: Expert knowledge of cross-browser rending and display discrepancies
  • .: Adept at scripting complex, dynamic JavaScript-less HTML/CSS U.I.'s
  • .: Proficient in scripting for IE, Firefox, Opera and Safari browsers
  • .: Developed XHTML and CSS strategy for 10,000+ user website system

XHTML

  • .: Comprehensively knowledgeable in W3C standards for XHTML
  • .: Skilled in composition of W3C valid, well-formed XHTML documents
  • .: Accurately converted hundreds of non well-formed pages to XHTML
  • .: Built Sony's new Playstation3 eCommerce layout in XHTML Strict

Search Engine Optimization (SEO)

  • .: Knowledgeable in techniques used by search engines to rank websites
  • .: Completed on-page and off-page SEO training program
  • .: Achievements include sites ranked in top ten for Google searches
  • .: Wrote Sony Online Entertainment Playstation3 PC store SEO strategy
  • .: Cambarusinc.com ranks #1 in Yahoo under the following searches:
  •    san diego web development contractor
  •    san diego css xhtml resume

JavaScript

  • .: Proficient with JavaScript-driven dynamic DOM manipulation
  • .: Skilled in parsing XML using XMLHttpRequest or ActiveXObject
  • .: Comprehensive understanding of the Document Object Model

Application Programming

  • .: Educated in Computer Science and software development
  • .: Strong understanding of data, data types, and data structures
  • .: Successfully developed many non-complex database web applications

Database

  • .: Education and understanding of database theory and application
  • .: Proficient in normalization, relationships and basic database creation
  • .: Abilities include database query, scripting and maintenance

Network and Systems

  • .: Owner and operator or a small-scale professional web hosting service
  • .: Experienced in operating DNS, IIS, TCP/IP and basic SMTP
  • .: Domain Controller and Active Directory administration abilities

Management

  • .: Former Production Dept. Manager of software development company
  • .: Established new, successful web production policies and procedures
  • .: Dramatically increased department profit and efficiency as manager
  • .: Coordinated local and offshore (India) outsourcing resources

Design

  • .: Exceptional natural talent for all art and creativity
  • .: Winner of countless art related awards throughout education
  • .: Experienced and proficient in Photoshop and Illustrator
  • .: Additionally skilled in 3D graphical design and free-hand concept art

Experience

Epic Cycle Interactive

Jun '07-Dec '07

Front End Development Engineer, Web Developer

  • .: Engineered HTML/CSS strategies for large interactive websites
  • .: Executed role as Project Lead for several major university websites
  • .: Developed client-side scripting for use in complex on-demand CMS
  • .: Worked closely with HTML/CSS team and software engineers
  • .: Assisted in development of company coding standards and policy
  • .: Met aggressive deadlines in ambitious, demanding environment

Sony Online Entertainment

Dec '06-May '07

Playstation3 Gaming Console U.I. Development, Web Developer

  • .: Participated in European launch of Playstation 3 gaming system
  • .: Assisted in coding Playstation3 U.I. to accommodate 23 new languages
  • .: Localized U.I.'s to user specific language, culture and laws
  • .: Worked directly with language and culture experts around the world
  • .: Assisted in development of Sony's proprietary browser - Silk
  • .: Developed XHTML layout for Sony's new Playstation eCommerce site
  • .: Assisted in partial rebuilding of Playstation3 Silk browser console store
  • .: Assisted in development and launch of the Vanguard gaming website
  • .: Worked with Sony Computer Entertainment, Sony Japan and Europe
  • .: Additional programming languages used include Java and Velocity
  • .: Was CSS, HTML and XHTML expert for Sony Online Entertainment

Cambarus Inc., web development contracting and hosting

July '06- current

Owner and operator

  • .: All types HTML layout - from basic HTML to precision XHTML
  • .: Correction of cross-browser rendering and display discrepancies
  • .: Complete SEO packages or rank improvement projects
  • .: JavaScript scripting or replacement of JavaScript with dynamic CSS
  • .: Low to mid level application and database programming
  • .: Full service website design, creation and hosting

James Chagala & Associates Land Use Planning Consultants

Aug '01- current

2D and 3D Graphic Design

  • .: Creation of digital 3D virtual scale models from architectural specs
  • .: Creation of display documents and visual aids for use in presentations
  • .: Animations and virtual tours of 3D models in QuickTime and AVI

Internet Strategy/1parkplace Inc.

Oct '03- July '06

Production Department Manager

  • .: Development of production assembly line policy and procedures
  • .: Managed production staff scheduling and project assignment
  • .: Coordinated local and offshore (India) outsourcing resources
  • .: Responsible for over-all performance of Production department

MotoMatrix.com

Apr.'98- Dec '99

Software and database maintenance

  • .: Maintenance of shopping cart product database for eCommerce site
  • .: Updated database with new product information
  • .: Wrote detailed system performance reports and error logging

Education

  • B.S. Computer Science (near completion), National University
  • Computer Science program, U.C.S.D. Extension
  • 16 month Computer Science certification, Coleman College
  • U.C.S.D. transfer program, Palomar College

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