J. GRAVELLE Software Developer / Programmer
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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.
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Technical Profile |
● C#
● VB.NET
● VB (legacy)
● SQL
● HTML
● Javascript
● Python
● Perl/BASH
● Java
● PowerBuilder
● HyperTalk
● COBOL
● Selenium
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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.
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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. = = =
● 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. |
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Education |
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University of Wisconsin & MATC
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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
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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
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COMPOSER / SONGWRITER / PERFORMER (piano) - “SUZY'S THEME” (Wait Until Dark)
***COMPOSER / SONGWRITER / PERFORMER (piano/vocal) - “VINNIE'S THEME”
†Learned/performed traditional Irish Dance number