Nigel Cruce
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Summary of Experience
I can assist your company in implementing software and database solutions using industry standards, my broad skill set and education, and six years of experience to develop software that will improve efficiency and organization.
My education and experience in a range of technologies has increased my efficiency in producing results in diverse environments. I have developed software on a wide range of operating systems using an assortment of techniques and paradigms. I have skills perfected by experience in data organization and manipulation that allow me to quickly implement structured results. My experience with a wide variety of programming languages, operating systems, and software allows me to adapt and be innovative. The problem solving techniques and paradigms that I use augment my skills and experience, and enhance my awareness of efficiency, organization, and other concerns. Through these combinations of skills and experience, I have saved my clients considerable time and money.
Skills
Programming Languages
C, C++, MC++, C#, Java , J#, Visual Basic, VB .NET, VBA, ASP, PERL, PHP, SQL, XML, CSS, XHMTL, HTML, VBScript, JavaScript, Linux Shell (Bash), Scheme
Software and Operating Systems
Microsoft Windows 2000, XP, (All previous versions); Linux Redhat, Fedora, Debian, Turbo Linux, Slackware, FreeBSD; Sun Solaris; Novell NetWare; Microsoft Word, Project, Visio, Access, Excel, Outlook, Visual Studio & Visual Studio .NET, MySQL, Borland C++, Apache, Cygwin, KDE, Gnome, Emacs, Vi, JGrasp
Technologies
ActiveX, win32, ATL, .NET, MFC, STL, Microsoft DNA, COM, COM+, DCOM, CORBA, DOM, TCP/IP, HTTP, CGI, SSI, ADO, DAO, ODBC, JDBC, AOP, OOP, Object-Oriented Database Design OODB, Relation Database Design (RDB), JavaBeans, Swing, AWT
Other Skills
Mathematic and Symbolic Logic and Proofs, Statistics and Statistical Analysis, Database Normalization, BNF and EBNF, Data Mining, Data Modeling, Information Architecture, DFD, ERD, UML, Structure Charts, Fishbone, Cost Benefit Analysis, Software Engineering, Systems Development Life Cycle (SDLC), Rapid Application Development (RAD)
Project Summaries
North Georgia College & State University: Office of Testing 2006
Under Contract: Created System to compensate for growth and to support dynamic expansion of mounting complexity
- Designed and Developed object oriented DBMS to combine and evolve previous database systems
- Developed dynamic system to transparently replicate complex data structures and connections
- Developed dynamic data connections for networked environment
- Developed and implemented data connection to proprietary confidential database
- Developed multilevel multi-user Database Application in Access to organize, analyze, and report
ZF Industries 2006
Created Application to store operation data that resulted in rewards for employees based on comparative mathematical analysis of factors and OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness), such as efficiency and production
- Designed relational database to store manufacturing time and production data
- Implemented mathematical formulae based on OEE modified for Machine Operators
- Developed Database Application in Microsoft Access
ZF Industries 2005 Received citations for "Extra" efforts
Developed Application and Modules to collect, store, and analyze measurement data and quality for Part Inspections and SPC (Statistical Process Control) according the standards required by Chrysler Corporation, Ford Motor Company, and General Motors Corporation
- Redesigned and Normalized a relational database system
- Implemented standardized statistical formulae for SPC analyses
- Redesigned GUI (Graphic User Interface) and implemented multilevel multi-user structure
- Created SPC data collection interface and immediate validation of data plotting
- Worked Closely with Engineering to implement resulting Application
North Georgia College & State University: Office of Testing 2004
Under Contract: Created System to replace previous unreliable system; expanded capabilities, organization, and stability of previous system; improved staff efficiency and reduced workload
- Designed relational DBMS to store personal information
- Developed PERL program to process and store CGI data
- Developed Database Application in Access to organize, analyze, and report
- Implemented an Online Transaction Processing System for online test registration
North Georgia College & State University: Office of Testing 2003
Under Contract: Created Application to remove reliance on hardcopy and filing, organize and simplify record retrieval; improved response time for informational requests
- Designed database to store test scores and confidential data
- Developed Database Management System (DBMS) to organize and report information
North Georgia College & State University: Office of Testing 2003
Under Contract: Created Application to enable staff to quickly and precisely create reports for budget considerations and
- Designed relational database to store financial records and test results
- Developed DBMS to analyze and report statistical analysis
Brilliant Design (defunct) 2000
Under Contract: Developed customized online training bulletin board system
- Developed password protected threaded message board system
- Implemented multilevel user system and transparent redirection to unique classroom forums
- Created CGI system to dynamically create new forums, moderators, and import student rosters
- Currently in use since January 2001
Education
North Georgia College & State University - Dahlonega, GA
B.S. Computer Science
Lanier Technical College - Oakwood GA
Technical Diploma in Electronics Technology
Member number:9583
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