Blake Rogers
indentations@yahoo.com
415-374-5918
San Francisco, California
Bachelor of Arts, International Management and Business & Nepali Language and culture - 1992
World College West, Petaluma, CA
Programming Skills Summary
I have diverse experience in Java/JSP/Servlet-based architectures and enterprise web applications, MVC, OO, frameworks, web-based software, proof-of-concepts, prototypes, visual software development, Rapid Application Design, modules and reusable components, technical writing, code documentation, project rescue & recovery, reverse engineering, instruction, and co-programming. I have expert/consulting experience with IBM products VisualAge and WebSphere Application Server and IDEs such as Eclipse. Most recently I trained with Integranova on the Olivanova modeling engine for model-generated applications.
Programming Languages and Software
IBM Certified Solution Provider - WebSphere Studio
Languages: Java 1.4, J2EE, Servlets, Java Server Pages (JSP), JavaBeans, Applets, Sun JavaMail, SQL, Active Server Pages (ASP), VBScript, XML, UML, JavaScript, HTML.
Development Tools: Eclipse, IBM VisualAge for Java, JUnit testing framework API, Design Tools: IBM WebSphere Studio, Macromedia Dreamweaver.
Operating Systems: Windows NT, Unix (terminal emulation), Macintosh.
Servers: IBM WebSphere Application Server, Tomcat, WebLogic, MS IIS WebServer, Sun Java Server, IBM HTTP Server.
Databases: Oracle 8, Microsoft SQLServer, IBM DB2, Essbase OLAP.
Source Control: ClearCase, Visual SourceSafe.
Misc: Microsoft Excel, VBA Excel.
Technical Coursework
+ Olivanova model-generated applications (Integranova, Oct 05)
+ Introduction to Final Cut Pro (Cellspace Media Lab, March 02)
+ IBM WebSphere Application Server & Studio (IBM, April 99)
+ Introduction to VisualAge Generator Java Support (IBM, Sept. 98)
+ Object-Oriented Programming with VisualAge for Java (Object People, Sept. 98)
+ Java: Discovering Its Power (UC Berkeley Extension, Summer 98)
+ Introduction to Java Programming (Sun Microsystems, May 98)
+ Arbor Software Essbase Database Administration (Arbor Software, Nov. 97)
+ World Wide Web Technology (UC Berkeley Extension, Summer 95)
History
Career exploration and continuing education (2002 - 2005)
Integranova: Olivanova Programming Machine consulting 10/05.
Courses in Modern Dance, Yoga, Art, Welding
San Francisco City College 2002-2005
Public School Substitute Teacher K-8 (California Emergency
Credentialed), Jefferson District, Daly City CA - 2002-03
Freelance digital videography and editing 2002-2003
Local arts documentation and oral histories.
Computer programming (1998-2002)
Independent Java programmer/consultant - 1/01 - 1/02
+ Posttool: Astronomy/Astrology programming.
+ Web Startup: Building Sun Javamail client/server.
+ Molly Duggan Associates: Analyzed customer's ASP/Oracle web application, clarified and resolved issues, wrote documentation, and interfaced with client's customer as technical lead on project.
+ Cellspace.org: Created CGI programs for web site forms.
+ Web Freshener: Designed and coded client/server prototype client Applet obtaining data from Servlet, JavaScript accessing Applet data.
+ Translucis: Developed Servlet/JSP framework for web application.
+ 123Transact: Designed and coded a Java/JSP/Servlet prototype portfolio and transaction management application module based on a Powerpoint presentation, accessing SQLServer database using JDBC & SQL.
+ Mentoring/Tutoring: Fixed client/server (network) coding and debugged performance issues on multiplayer gambling game. Tutored programmers in Java and object-oriented programming.
Charles Schwab Electronic Brokerage and Trading - contract Java programmer - 5/00-1/01
+ Servlet/JSP forms applications: Built forms application including request-broker framework and JSP's managing navigation controls, JavaBean container persistence including form prefill functionality, logic for user-input validation and error messaging.
+ Reusable Components: Built the Barista Email component, the first Barista framework-based reusable data-service component, capturing Business Object data, merging with templates, generating and emailing HTML pages as attachments using Sun JavaMail.
+ Prototypes: Coded Javascript/Barista "QuickBar" floating control panel, a user-configurable container for multiple application components.
+ Reverse engineering: Led team of programmers recovering source code - decompiled shared libraries, analyzed, debugged and fixed decompilation errors, researched Schwab mainframe Sentry API failures, researched and directed acquiring missing dependencies, upgraded deprecated code to Java 1.2, directed deployment and testing.
+ Internationalization: Coded Java components controlling user-routing
to Spanish and Chinese language application versions, generating appropriate language headers, footers, and other content.
+ Developer tutorials: Coded and documented tutorial applications for the Barista framework, added levels of complexity, and wrote step by step instructions.
+ IBM VisualAge for Java and Java programming mentoring: Created developer workshop including curriculum, sample application, setup/configuration, debugging, tipsheet. Assisted developers with VisualAge for Java development methodologies and Java programming issues.
+ Unit testing: Designed JUnit test framework prototype to verify integrity of future releases of Barista framework and compatibility with Barista-based applications.
RoundPeg, San Francisco, CA - contract Java programmer - 1/00-3/00
I worked as part of small team on Java/JSP/Servlet/Oracle web site for itheo.com, an online artist gallery startup. I worked on various web site modules including the Art Card and web site/database administration tools.
Capstan, San Francisco, CA - contract Java programmer - 8/99-11/99
I worked on a web-based product for international trade and customs workflow, using Java, XML, SQL, and VBScript in Active Server Pages (ASP). I developed product specifications, designed and coded database-access modules as templates for queries, work-flow components, and database administration tools.
Compete, Chicago, IL (IBM Business Partner) - VisualAge/WebSphere consultant - 3/98-5/99
+ Received Java and product training from IBM, Compete, Sun, Object People, and UC Extension.
+ Consulted for IBM Products in the VisualAge and WebSphere suite, specializing in VisualAge for Java development environment, WebSphere Application Server, and WebSphere Studio suite of rapid web application design/prototype tools.
+ Projects included California Health Department (DHS) Microbial Disease Lab database Servlet application, a proof of concept for VisualAge for Java visual builder and Servlet designer.
+ Designed the HTML user-interface based on database schema, terminal screen prints and sessions with DBA and end-users, mentored DHS programmers in Java and VisualAge development.
+ Installed, configured and documented WebSphere Application Server administration and security.
+ Taught WebSphere Application Studio and Application Server for IBM Education.
+ Developed Compete's web strategy, web site and intranet.
Business and Finance 1994-1998
OLAP Analyst/Administrator, Wells Fargo, San Francisco, CA - 8/97-3/98
I managed two Hyperion Essbase OLAP servers running on Windows NT, which involved creating backup schemes, ensuring the integrity of database build and outlines, and writing or editing database process scripts, as well as building Excel spreadsheets for financial reporting. I developed documentation for all processes and procedures, revamped MS Excel front-ends for financial data access and reporting, and provided training to financial analysts. On-Line Analytical Processing (OLAP) allows real-time drill-down and roll-up of data in two simultaneous dimensions.
Financial Analyst, Wells Fargo, San Francisco, CA - 4/97-8/97
Mined data from Essbase tools and other GL operating data for broker performance, built Excel models for calculating success factors, optimum staffing levels and portfolio mix.
Managing Director, Global Environmental Solutions Internet, Portland, OR - 1996
I refined and developed the business plan, doing market research, financial analysis and projections, and general business plan writing. GENI was an alternative energy internet-based startup.
Web developer and business consultant, San Francisco, CA - 4/96-3/97
+ Foghorn Press -I designed and coded the HTML for their web site foghorn.com, including icon and graphic sketches for art by Phil Frank, syndicated comic strip artist of Farley fame.
+ NF Formulas - I wrote their web strategy document.
+ East West Healing College - I designed and coded their web site.
+ Ecotimber - set up computer accounting systems, chart of accounts.
Bookkeeper/Assistant Controller - Foghorn Press, San Francisco - 2/94-3/96
Managed all computerized accounting, financial reporting, analysis, tax filing, collections, and supervised A/R and A/P for San Francisco publisher of outdoor recreation guides.
Additional Work Experience and Training
Manager, Cash & Tickets, Earth Day, San Francisco, CA - 1994-95
Bookkeeper, Taisch Properties, San Francisco, CA - 1993-1994
Manager-Trainee, Bed & Bath Superstore, San Francisco, CA - 1992-93
Business Office Intern, World College West, Petaluma, CA - Spring 1992
Conservation Corp Supervisor Intern, Windsor, CA - Summer 1991
Self-employed landscaper - Summers 1989-1990
Reel-Time Video, Assistant Manager, Dana Point, CA - 1987-88
Bartender Certificate - Bobby Ryder's Training In Professional Services, San Francisco, CA - 06/2002
Catering Certificate of Training, World College West, CA - 1989
Trained/apprenticed in vintage BMW/VW repair - 1988-1990
Certified Animal Care/Pet Shop Attendant - California State Dept of Education - 06/1987
Trained/apprenticed in basic woodworking - 1984-1986
Languages studied include Sanskrit, French, Nepali, Spanish
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