J. GRAVELLE

Software Developer / Programmer

 

Sheboygan, WI 53081

 

4143790623

 

j@gravelle.us

 

A seasoned Full Stack Developer with a passion for programming and a strong background in supply-chain logistics and retail store management systems. Recently leveraged AI to increase productivity exponentially.

 

Proven ability to provide innovative and cost-effective solutions. Demonstrated expertise in managing full project lifecycle, from system setup and configuration to development, testing, and deployment. Proficient in a variety of programming languages, frameworks, and tools.

 

Recipient of the Xerox 'Excellence in Customer Service' award.  Nearly 30 years of I.T. experience.

 

Problem-Solving: Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to debug and troubleshoot complex software issues and create intuitive, robust, and reliable solutions quickly and efficiently.

 

SQL Server databases: Proficient in writing complex SQL queries and managing database connections using Entity Framework.

 

Server Setup and Configuration: Experience in setting up and configuring IIS servers. Proficient in deploying web applications to IIS servers and managing server settings.

 

Automated Testing: Experience in stress testing web applications using Selenium. Proficient in writing automated test scripts and managing test cases.

 

Project Management: Demonstrated ability to manage full project lifecycle. Experience in planning, developing, testing, and deploying complex web applications.

 

Communication: Excellent communication skills with the ability to explain complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.

Technical Profile

     C#

     VB.NET

     VB (legacy)

     SQL

     HTML

     Javascript

     Python

     Perl/BASH

     Java

     PowerBuilder

     HyperTalk

     COBOL

     Selenium

Competencies

Programming Languages: Proficient in C#, VB.NET, Jscript, Perl/Bash scripting, JAVA, PHP, PowerBuilder, HyperTalk, GML, and COBOL.                      

Frameworks/Libraries: Experienced in using .NET, ASP.NET, Entity Framework, Selenium, Android (4.7 – 8.1 & 11), WebAPI (Secured/Intranet), MVC/MVVM, OpenAPI Specification (OAS).                                     

Databases: Skilled in setting up and configuring Microsoft SQL Server, Sybase, Oracle PL/SQL, MySQL databases. Proficient in writing complex SQL queries and managing database connections using Entity Framework.            

Server Technologies: Proficient in setting up and configuring Internet Information Services (IIS) servers and deploying web applications to IIS servers.                                                                                                     

Networking: Knowledgeable in Security, LAN/WAN, T1-3, WI-FI, 10/100/1000 Base-T, OpenBSD Firewalls & Packet Filtering, NAT, AD/LDAP, TCP/IP, (S)FTP, HTTP(s), PPTP, SSH, POP/SMTP, DHCP, Telnet.                                      

Version Control: Experienced in using Git for version control.         

Operating Systems: Proficient in Windows.                                        

Project Management: Demonstrated ability to manage full project lifecycle, from planning, developing, testing, to deploying complex web applications.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                         

Problem-Solving: Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to debug and troubleshoot complex software issues.                                               

Communication: Excellent communication skills with the ability to explain complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.        

Leadership: Proven leadership skills with experience in managing teams and projects.                                                                                           

Strategic Thinking: Ability to visualize success and identify unconventional yet highly effective strategies for achieving it.                                  

Technical Writing: Expertise in technical writing, able to create clear and comprehensive technical documents.                                              

Innovation: Ability to foster innovation in a team setting, encouraging creative problem-solving and new approaches to challenges.   

Certifications: CompTIA Certified Network Admin.                           

Work History

 

2015-07 - Current

Senior Programmer

Piggly Wiggly Midwest

    Single-handedly managed the full project lifecycle of the 2023 FoodShow application, from system setup and configuration to development, testing, and deployment.

    Developed complex functionalities using C# and ASP.NET, including order management, item lookup, and data analysis features.

    Set up and configured Microsoft SQL Server databases, wrote complex SQL queries, and managed database connections using Entity Framework.

    Set up and configured IIS servers and deployed the FoodShow application to these servers.

    Conducted stress testing of the FoodShow application using Selenium, wrote automated test scripts, and managed test cases.

    Debugged and troubleshooted software issues, ensuring the smooth and efficient operation of the FoodShow application.

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    EBCDIC/COBOL Conversion

    Legacy VB to .NET (C#/VB.NET) conversion

    Desktop to Intranet application conversion - Hardware upgrade / monitoring

    Security Audits

    Wrote/implemented annual corporate tax compliance systems

    Helpdesk support

 

Skills: Model-view-viewmodel (MVVM) · OpenAPI Specification (OAS) · ASP.NET Web API · MVVM · Open API · Web Services API · Android · .NET Framework · SQLSkills: Model-view-viewmodel (MVVM) · OpenAPI Specification (OAS) · ASP.NET Web API · MVVM · Open API · Web Services API · Android · .NET Framework · SQL

 

2004-08 - 2015-06

Senior Programmer / Analyst

Robert Half Technology

    Directed software design and development to meet client needs for functionality and performance.

    Tested and deployed scalable and highly available software products.

    Integrated constructive programs into cohesive product.

    Designed intuitive graphical user interfaces to improve user experience.

 

2009-01 - 2013-01

Director of Information Technology

GH International, Geneva Hospitality

    Provided in-house Intranet/Internet services to luxury property owners and guests of Geneva Hospitality and the Mike Ditka Resorts;

    Maintained CISCO™ hardware to ensure service;

    Wrote 'Groupon'-style promotion/sales system for increasing online booking revenue; and

    Provided Information Services to business conferences of all sizes.

 

2008-01 - 2009-01

Sr. .NET Programmer Analyst

 

2004-01 - 2007-01

Developer .NET

 

2003-01 - 2006-01

Senior Software Development Lead

F. Dohmen

 

1994-01 - 1998-01

Sr. Intranet Developer

Strong Funds

    Accolades: Recipient of the Xerox 'Excellence in Customer Service' award

    Commended by Ken Landis, Former CIO Strong Capital Management, Senior Strategist Deloitte Global NYC, for innovative and creative contributions to the workforce.

 

  Education

 

 

University of Wisconsin & MATC

 

 

Acting, directing, theater, television; Voice-over work in radio and television.

 

DIRECTOR - of “Over The River and Through The Woods” : 2022

SUPPORTING CAST - as Bobby Dwayne Dillahunt  in “Hallelujah Girls” : 2021

APPEARANCE - as “Fletcher McGee” in “Spoon River Anthology” : 2020
📽️ SHORT-FILMS (WRITER) - “CYBER-ROMANCE” and “BANK ROBBERY” : 2020 (video)

SUPPORTING CAST - as Liam the Videographer (and voiceovers)  in “Calendar Girls” : 2020
TITLE ROLE - as the Wizard in “The Wizard of Oz” : 2019
TITLE ROLE - as “Rocky Horror” in “the Rocky Horror Picture Show”  : 2019

FEATURED - as Garrett Breedlove in “Terms of Endearment” : 2019

LEAD - as Joe Pendleton in “Heaven Can Wait” : 2018*

PRIMARY - as Mike Talman in “Wait Until Dark” : 2017**
CHARACTERS - polar opposites Kyle and Dewey in “Legally Blonde” : 2018†

EXTRA - as Pediatric Intensive Care Nurse on NBC's “Chicago Med” : 2018
ALSO FEATURED - as Ebenezer Scrooge in “Scrooge & Marley” : 2018

and as Ted in “the Foursome”6 : 2018

and “Rocky Horror” (with special guest Butch Patrick ) in “the Rocky Horror Picture Show”  : 2018

SUPPORTING CAST - as Vinnie Black in 4“Tony and Tina's Wedding” : 2018***

ALSO - Sal Buonocotti in Woody Allen's “Honeymoon Motel” and Jason in “Unintelligent Life”6
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MISC:  National TV & Local Radio Commercial Voiceover Work for
KARE and WCCO in Minneapolis, WBBM Chicago, WRC Washington, DC, more

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1  Leslie W. Johnson Theater 870 seat venue  in Sheboygan, WI

2  Thelma-Sadoff Art Center Grand Re-Opening Celebration in Fond du Lac, WI

3  Capitol Civic Center 1154/960 seat venue  in Manitowoc, WI

4  UW-Green Bay Manitowoc Theater

5  the Mikado Theater

6  K. Bundy Productions : @ the Historic Stagedoor Pub
7  Franciscan Center for Music Education and Performance
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* DROPPED 40lbs; LEARNED SAXOPHONE / SPEEDBAG in 3 MONTHS

** COMPOSER / SONGWRITER / PERFORMER (piano) - “SUZY'S THEME” (Wait Until Dark)
***COMPOSER / SONGWRITER / PERFORMER (piano/vocal) - “VINNIE'S THEME”

†Learned/performed traditional Irish Dance number