Joshua Gonzalez

Software EngineerApril 2011 — Present

Haemonetics, Full-Time

At Haemonetics, I am a Software Engineer and Development Strategist for enterprise-level donor management applications. My day to day at Haemonetics consist of designing dynamic tools and implementing task for for client’s utilizing the Haemonetics custom application software. This software is used to manage day to day operations of blood banks. The up most care and safety needs to be implemented while developing application modules to ensure the safety of each blood donor within the utilizing organization.

Digital DeveloperSeptember 2007 — March 2011

The Zimmerman Agency, Full-Time

As a Digital Developer at The Zimmerman Agency, my main role here was to build cutting edge web applications for worldwide clients advertising/marketing their products. I worked heavily in front–end technologies developing rich user interfaces and pixel perfect design to web layouts. I also was the sole back–end developer for each application/website I developed here. I worked with many different server–side technologies such as: Coldfusion, Python, PHP, ASP, Actionscript, and Java. Each website developed at The Zimmerman Agency required a CMS. While working here I utilized many different CMS's and Frameworks to accomplish the task at hand.

Application DeveloperNovember 2005 — Present

JTMG Development, Part-Time

My time at this start-up is spent working on many different web applications. The applications I have developed for this start up consist of online asset management, e–commerce applications & social based web applications. As one of only two developers, I was largely responsible for the front-end these systems, which was heavily on javascript/AJAX to create rich user experiences. I also am a key player in designing their application framework which runs the Bailcommerce.com application suite. I currently devote around 10 hours per week working on the different systems that I have helped create.

Web DeveloperAugust 2006 — May 2008

FSU College Of Information, Part-Time

I maintained the College of Information›s website all of of the college's content and assets. I tuned their web and database servers to better server the highly trafficked websits. This website was utilized by students and faculty to reteive information concerning all aspects of the college's being.

Freelance Application DeveloperSeptember 2002 — Present

Self Employed

Since 2002, I have been creating/developing rich websites and web applications for a broad spectrum of clients. Application/Web development is my only passion. By working on web development solely by myself, I am free to discover and implement new, creative ideas and concepts into my work.

Server-side technologies

ASP, Actionsript, Coldfusion, MySql, PHP, Python, Ruby, T–SQL

I have been working with and researching server–side technologies since 2002. Server–side application languages sparked my interest in the field of application development. My main goal with server–side langauges was not to limit myself to only one application paradigm. I that in order to grow as an application developer, I should not limit myself to one programming langauge/theory. By incorporating this goal into my everyday development, my skills are always growing and utilizing the latest ideas and innovations that are set by the application develoment community. I am highly experienced in the above langauses.

Client-side technologies

Javascript, Semantic HTML, HTML 5, CSS

Being a web developer you have to encompass all aspects of web development, this includes client side technology. Throughout my career, I have gained a passion for attention to detail. This passion has made me strive to be the best at semantic HTML, CSS, and Javascript. Without having a core understanding of these technologies, one cannot make an idea/concept come to life. For the past three years I have developed an addiction to object oriented javascript programming. This addiction has lead me to build rich clientside applications using JQuery and Backbone frameworks. This couple with a solid knowledge of HTML and CSS, I am able to deliver impressive and responsive client side interfaces.

Frameworks/Content Management Systems (CMS)

Backbone, Code Igniter, Coldbox, Fusebox, Django, Drupal, Kohana, Ruby On Rails, Silver Stripe

Utilizing Frameworks/CMS enforces consistent coding styles and application structure. By programming in an accepted design pattern, the code you develop is structured and module making it easy to transfer applications to other developers with no down time. I have utilized frameworks with all of my projects that I have worked on. I strive to keep up to date with the most popular MVC design pattern frameworks.

database technologies

T–SQL, SQL Server Management Studio 2008, MySql, Oracle, PostgreSQL

You can't have server–side technology without having some kind of data management. This being said, SQL is synonymous with server–side programming. I have a unique sense for visualizing and consuming data. I have built custom databases for a wide variety of clients. From migrating data from server to server, or building stored procedures and views to handle a clients business rules, I can acheive any goal presented to me when it comes to data storage, data handling, and data retrieval.

Design

Photoshop, Illustrator

The role of a developer will sometimes encompass web design. While not being a professional designer, I do have the skills to make changes to design and/or create simple and unique web designs for the given goal.

Florida State University2006 — 2009

B.S. Information Technology/Computer Science

I earned my BS in Information Technology/Computer Science from Florida State University College of Information in May of 2009. I was involved with Association of Information Technology Professionals (AITP) FSU Chapter and Students & Technology in Academia, Research, & Service (STARS), FSU Chapter