SOFTWARE ENGINEER

Proven leader and project manager motivated to leverage Software Engineer experience. Self-motivated, results oriented and creative problem-solver with over 10 years’ experience developing applications for the Windows platform. Effectively works with customers to convert rough ideas into functional solutions; expertise in learning new technologies. Recognized and valued for accepting new challenges and ‘getting it done’.

TECHNICAL SKILLS

Languages>: C#, C++, Python, C, Objective C, T-SQL, Visual Basic 6, Keysight VEE, MS Access, Codesys

C++
• Upgraded application from C++3 to C++11 to replace custom controls.
• CRUD operations to Access DB.
• Improved FTP logic to eliminate incomplete file downloads.
• Implemented automation to create Word and Excel VBA quotation files.
• Completed LinkedIn courses on advanced topics, parallel and concurrent programming.
• Earned HackerRank Basic certificate for completing 34 challenges.

C#
• Created four product UI using WPF and Win Forms.
• Updated TCP/IP ModbusRTU communications interface.
• Used interface and singleton and factory design patterns to implement user access control.
• Created unit tests for critical functions.
• Updated skills using LinkedIn courses in Test Driven Development.

Xamarin C#
• Created Android/iOS application.
• Implemented permissions, SMS, geocoding, and geolocation services.
• Developed algorithm for reduced power usage.
• Made algorithm for variable arrival notification.

Python
• Completed LinkedIn class on Python for Data Science and The Great Courses class.
• Earned HackerRank Basic certificate for completing 35 challenges.

Objective C - iOS
• Implemented gesture recognizers and UIScrollView for zooming and scrolling.
• Used Singleton design pattern to hold game state.
• Created custom controls to show game state to user.
• Designed and produced all artwork and icons.

T-SQL
• Used ETL techniques to create tables used for forecasting.
• Created complex queries for analysis, reporting, and quoting.
• Imported and normalized merged production data into tables.
• Created numerous reports for forecasting and planning.

Cloud
• Earned certifications for AWS and Azure
• Created personal website (www.scottifesto.com) using AWS S3, CloudFront, Route 53 DNS, Lambda, and DynamoDB.
• Completed Microsoft courses for DevOps.
• Completed LinkedIn courses for Serverless Static Websites, Building Dynamic Websites.

DevOps
• Completed Azure DevOps on-line training, Azure for Devops: Continuous Integration.
• Created Azure DevOps.
• Used GitHub Actions to create CI/CD pipelines for two sites.
• Used Azure Pipelines to create CI/CD pipeline.
• Completed LinkedIn classes.

Full-Stack Development
• Created personal static website (www.scottifesto.com) using AWS S3, CloudFront, Route 53 DNS, Lambda, and DynamoDB.
• Built new Angular website.

Algorithms
• Database encryption of cost data.
• Examine bitmap to determine content.
• Spherical geometry formulas for calculating star positions.
• Game progress using proximity and geometry to stage goals.
• Consumption simulator for inventory strategy modeling.
• File parsing algorithm to QC check code updates.

Lean - Agile
• Introduced and trained entire division.
• Lead four kaizen events for business process improvements.
• Provided production and test inputs on Lean product development teams.

Documentation
• Wrote user manuals for multiple products and services.
• Wrote product specifications and test plans.
• Created templates for product manuals, work instructions, and ISO procedures.
• Designed and wrote product catalog.
• Wrote reports, analysis, etc.
• Created process flow charts, illustrations and simple circuit diagrams.

Software: Visual Studio, Visual Studio Code, Xcode, PyCharm CE, Git, Azure DevOps

Certifications: AWS Cloud Practitioner, Azure Fundamentals

EDUCATION

Tennessee Technological University, Cookeville, TN | Master in Business Administration (MBA)

Tennessee Technological University, Cookeville, TN | Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering

PERSONAL PROJECTS (GITHUB - BSA-CODER)

• Built personal serverless website (ScottIFesto.com) on AWS.
• Made Xamarin phone application for Android and iOS platforms. Sends SMS message upon arrival at destination using minimal battery power.
• Developing Objective C IOS strategy game.
• Designed and produced all artwork and icons.
• Created VB6 application that controlled two servo motors on a telescope to track a target star. Allowed users to enter telescope position and follow star for long exposure stellar photography.

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