Dan Desjardins
350 Queens Quay West
Toronto, Ontario
M5V 3A7

lotus.domino@yahoo.ca
Software Contractors' Guild


Objective

Seeking a challenging career developing smartphone applications, using HTML5 or XHTML.   I am a strategic thinker who can be technical or non-technical.   I build excellent customer / client relationships through good communication and trust.   My ideal job is one that allows me freedom to be innovative, passionate, and self directed.   My gifts are in leadership, communication, and strategic thinking.

Computer Technologies

Languages:
  • HTML5, XML, WML, XHTML, JavaScript, LotusScript, WMLscript, HTML, Lotus Formula Language, Turbo C/C++, Fortran, COBOL, Assembler, Pascal, Prolog/LISP
Server Experience:
  • Lotus Domino R6x/5x/4x, SMTPMTA, POP3, IMAP, WAP, SPAM Blacklist/Blocking, Mail Relays, Virtual Hosts/Servers, DECS, Single Sign On (SSO), Session Authentication, Directory Assistance, Directory Catalogs, Multiple/Cascading NABS
Applications:
  • Lotus Notes/Domino 6/5.x/4.x, Lotus Smartsuite, Microsoft Office, Adobe Photoshop 5.x-7.x
Operating Systems:
  • Win NT 3.5- 4.0, Win2000, Win95, Win 98, Novell, MS-DOS

Consulting History

DatesClientLocationPosition
Apr. 2012 - Jun. 2012Pinewood Heating and Air Conditioning Ltd.Markham, OntarioDeveloper/Programmer
Modified and updated existing Domino application templates. Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), HTML, LotusScript, XHTML and Javascript.
Oct. 2005 - Sep. 2011Peel Condominium Corporation No. 140Mississauga, OntarioAssistant Superintendant (part-time)
Provided general building maintenance as part-time assistant superintendent. Duties included checking boiler pressure gauges, bleeding valves, repair masonary, electrical repairs, landscaping, carpentry.
Dec. 2006 - Jul. 2007Integration and Data Management Services Inc.Aurora, OntarioWireless Developer/Programmer
Configured server to support smartphone MIME types Configured server to support RSS using XML Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), LotusScript, XHTML and Javascript.
Jun. 2005 - Mar. 2006Integration and Data Management Services Inc.Aurora, OntarioAdministrator/Wireless Programmer
Setup, installed and configured Lotus Domino R6 server to handle WAP requests. Responsible for testing, deployment, and technical leadership on a very tight development cycle. Wrote procedure guides, user guides, FAQs and other related documentation.
Mar. 2004 - Apr. 2004Rainbow Mechanical Inc.Concord, OntarioAdministrator/Developer
The web site is username and password protected using Domino Access Control. Thoroughly documented application functionality. Set up and configured a Lotus Notes Domino Server with the SMTP MTA. Trained personnel on use and administration of the system. LotusScript, Domino Agents, HTML5, Cascading Style Sheets, Notes Formula Language and Javascript.
May 2003 - Jan. 2005JRAD International Inc.Concord, OntarioAdministrator/Developer
Configured Lotus Domino R6 server to minimize unsolicited email (SPAM) using DNS blacklist filtering. Configured Lotus Domino server for session-authentication. Customized Domino Web Configuration (domcfg.ntf) including Login & Return Errors Configured Mail Router to deny inbound connections based on IP address. LotusScript, Domino Agents, HTML5, Cascading Style Sheets, Notes Formula Language and Javascript.
Apr. 2003 - Jan. 2004Richmond Hill Refrigeration Heating Air Conditioning Ltd.Richmond Hill, OntarioAdministrator/Developer
Analyzed, designed, and developed custom Lotus Notes applications including Notes and Domino web-enabled intranet applications. Contributed Domino web expertise to identify best design approach developing prototypes to validate proposed functionality. LotusScript, Domino Agents, HTML, Cascading Style Sheets, Notes Formula Language and Javascript.
Dec. 2002 - May 2005Ontario Association of Children's Aid SocietiesToronto, OntarioDeveloper/Assistant Administrator
Actively involved in all phases of software development, from analysis to design, implementation, testing and documentation. Analyzed SMTPMTA activities to ensure maximum server performance, efficiency, and reliability. Configured Lotus Domino R6 server to minimize unsolicited email (SPAM) using DNS blacklist filtering. Customized Domino Web Configuration (domcfg.ntf) including Login & Return Errors Created Web SSO configuration documents to enable basic authentication from various third-party applications Customized Lotus Notes R6.5 mail and resource reservations templates, to meet company needs. LotusScript, Domino Agents, HTML, Cascading Style Sheets, Notes Formula Language and Javascript.
Sep. 2002 - Nov. 2002Coyote Software CorporationBurlington, OntarioAdministrator/Developer
Documented all script and application development processes. Designed, developed and tested program units. Prepared and updated application documentation as appropriate. Manage Lotus Domino mail routing, replication connections, database access and agent execution.
Feb. 2002 - May 2002Integration and Data Management Services Inc.Aurora, OntarioDeveloper/Administrator
Reported to management any performance, capacity, or threshold issues that will result in an unstable environment. Prepared and updated application documentation as appropriate. Performed database design, implementation, testing for web-based applications. LotusScript, Domino Agents, HTML, Cascading Style Sheets, Notes Formula Language and Javascript.
Oct. 2001 - Jan. 2002Corporate Career Placement Services Inc.Brampton, OntarioAdministrator/Developer
Documented all script and application development processes. External script libraries were used to facilitate development and design. LotusScript, Domino Agents, HTML, Cascading Style Sheets, Notes Formula Language and Javascript.
Jun. 2001 - Oct. 2001The Economical Insurance GroupWaterloo, OntarioDeveloper
Worked collaboratively with other Notes developers (both internal and external) on projects as required. Designed, developed and tested program units. Debugging of Notes templates. Contributed Domino web expertise to identify best design approach developing prototypes to validate proposed functionality. Worked closely with end users to identify requirements and optimize user interfaces. Consulted with end users to determine enhancements to the system. LotusScript, Domino Agents, HTML, Cascading Style Sheets, Notes Formula Language and Javascript.
Jun. 2000 - Jun. 2001The Bargain ShopWeston, OntarioAdministrator/Developer
Provided continuing development support for existing applications as well as any necessary training to the client. Performed database design, implementation, testing for web-based applications. Provided training, maintenance, support and documentation for each phase of the application. LotusScript, Domino Agents, HTML, Cascading Style Sheets, Notes Formula Language and Javascript.
Jul. 1999 - Mar. 2000Ontario Ministry of TransportationSt. Catharines, OntarioDeveloper
Implemented workflow functionality and a strong security model to protect the sensitive nature of the data. Incorporated Just In Time (JIT) workflow methodology to automate business processes. LotusScript, Domino Agents, JavaScript, HTML, Cascading Style Sheets(CSS) and Notes Formula Language.
Apr. 1999 - Jun. 1999Parmalat CanadaEtobicoke, OntarioDeveloper/Administrator/td>
Administered and maintained Lotus Notes databases. Consulted with end users to determine enhancements to the system. Diagnose, troubleshoot and maintain core database logic. Documented all script and application development processes. LotusScript, Domino Agents, HTML, Cascading Style Sheets, Notes Formula Language and Javascript.
Oct. 1998 - Jan. 1999Changepoint CorporationRichmond Hill, OntarioDeveloper
Actively involved in all phases of software development, from analysis to design, implementation, testing and documentation. Maintained and administered existing Lotus Notes databases. Add, remove, certify and move new or existing end-user accounts and administered permissions and access rights. LotusScript, Domino Agents, HTML, Cascading Style Sheets, Notes Formula Language and Javascript.
Sep. 1997 - Sep. 1998Glen-Net Communications Inc.Alexandria, OntarioAdministrator/Developer
Reported to management any performance capacity or threshold issues that will result in an unstable environment. Responsible for architectural design, development and production support. Responsible for complete development cycle working with users to determine scope and feasibility of applications. Responsible for database design, modeling, development, optimization/performance tuning. Worked closely with end users to identify requirements and optimize user interfaces.
May. 1996 - Sep. 1997Keating Technologies Inc.Markham, OntarioDeveloper/Administrator
Contributed Domino web expertise to identify best design approach developing prototypes to validate proposed functionality. Analyzed, designed, and developed custom Lotus Notes applications including Notes and Domino web-enabled intranet applications. Set up, install and configure Lotus Notes R4.5 server. Add, remove, certify and move new or existing end-user accounts and administered permissions and access rights. LotusScript, Domino Agents, HTML, Cascading Style Sheets, Notes Formula Language and Javascript.
Aug. 1994 - Apr. 1996Optima Communications LimitedToronto, OntarioAdministrator/Developer
Monitored MTA/Router performance and provided statistics and reports. Performed technical administrative tasks relative to the environments on a daily basis to ensure the Lotus Notes severs are accessible and stable. Programming and development of the Notes Agents, Forms, Views, Navigators and workflow of the databases required to meet the specifications. Provided day-to-day technology support for Lotus Notes/Domino issues dealing with applications, mail routing and server crashes.
Oct. 1992 - Jun. 1994Mobile Computing CorporationToronto, OntarioDeveloper
Diagnose, troubleshoot and maintain core database logic. Followed established test plans and established test plans when none existed. Gather and document user requirements. Designed, developed and tested program units. Documented all script and application development processes.

Education

1990 - 1992Algonquin CollegeRDBMS Design, Assembler, C++Ottawa, Ontario
1989Novell Canada Ltd.Local Area Networks (LAN)Toronto, Ontario
1981École Secondaire ConfédérationOSSGD XIIWelland, Ontario