Michael Strascina is a technology professional with over 15 years of experience developing and supporting a variety of software applications. He has strong skills in C#, .NET, SQL Server, and web technologies. Strascina enjoys reverse engineering, testing applications, and finding creative solutions to problems. He has held both full-time and part-time roles in software engineering, technical support, and various other fields to gain diverse experience. Strascina's education includes a Bachelor's degree in Computer Information Systems and Management Science.

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TECHNOLOGY PROFESSIONAL
Solutions-oriented professional with notable success developing and supporting a broad range of
software applications while participating in the design, testing, implementation and maintenance of all
information systems in direct support of business objectives.
STRENGTHS
o Shines at reverse engineering
o Tech savvy and possess a curious and
skeptical tester’s mindset
o Creative ideas and solutions
o Strong work ethic and integrity
o Desire and ability to stay current with
changing technology
o Attitude and focus is on teamwork
o Successful leadership experience
o Excels at ownership and dependability
SKILLS
Environments Hardware Software Programming Database Tools
Web
Windows
PC
Office
MS Office
Visual Studio
C#, SQL, JS
HTML, Telerik
SQL
Server
Agile, TFS
Notepad++
EDUCATION
 Metropolitan State University of Denver – Denver, CO
o Bachelor of Science in Computer Information Systems and Management Science
CURRENT EVENTS
 Keeping current
o Online research – posts/forums/blogs, webinars, book/periodical, document processing
 Dystonia Medical Research Foundation
o Member: www.dystonia-foundation.org
 Angels Unaware
o Volunteer: a support group for children and families living with HIV/AIDS.
RECENT EMPLOYMENT
EchoStar 2015 – 2017
Software Engineer
o Used C#, Telerik and Bootstrap to develop and maintain code for a data management site.
o Instrumental in QA/QC process through regression, positive/negative, and relational testing.
o Used Team Foundation Server (TFS) for accurate test case traceability and issue management.
o Managed code publishing to multiple environments using Visual Studio.
o Increased usability by researching, analyzing and documenting UI processes, using MS Visio.
o Used SQL Server skills to navigate, design and maintain database objects.
o Demonstrated reliability, dependability and confidence with co-workers through professional
conduct.

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FULL-TIME ACTIVITIES
Domestic Engineer 2009 – 2017
Home/Family
o Many hats - events coordinator, cuisine creator, director of building maintenance, landscape
technician, and senior ablution-master.
SimplyRaise 2012 - 2013
Software Engineer
o Developed and maintained online fundraising applications for non-profit agencies like Special
Olympics, Make-A-Wish Foundation, Big Brothers/Big Sisters, and others.
o Increased usability by researching and analyzing UI processes.
o Instrumental in QA/QC process through thorough regression, positive/negative, and relational
testing and test case traceability.
o Incorporated dependability by setting up remote access.
o Demonstrated successful online presence with setup/configuration of IIS.
o Exercised database setup, design and maintenance skills using SQL Server.
InsureMe/AllWebLeads 2006 - 2009
Software Engineer/Technical Support Engineer
o Established and managed an in-house technical support system using Elementool and
Microsoft Sharepoint.
o Invaluable in QA regression and relational testing including direct calls to web services.
o Pivotal in test case creation and automated testing – using Selenium.
o Supported existing .NET applications using C#, Visual Studio and SQL Server.
o Designed and implemented utility programs for day-to-day, in-house operations.
o Initiated and managed a company-wide recycling program.
IntegrationX 2001 - 2002
Applications Specialist
o Implemented programming upgrades and maintenance schedules for Level 3, Right of Way
project.
o Performed thorough regression, positive/negative, and relational testing.
MoneyValve 2000 - 2001
Software Engineer
o Developed and maintained telecommunications and Internet tracking application for Gateway
using.
o Executed accurate regression, positive/negative, and relational testing.

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PART-TIME ACTIVITIES
Kroger (King Soopers) 2015 – 2017
Produce Clerk
o Manage, stock, shelf, display produce items.
United States Postal Service 2011 – 2012
Rural Carrier Associate
o Managed and delivered postal mail.
o Picked up mail at contract stations.
Denver Academy 2009 – 2011
Parent Volunteer
o Database cleanup/organizing with Raiser’s Edge application software.
o Image management and enhancing for online auction.
Colorado Department of Elections Seasonal 2010
Ballot Security
o Delivered and ensured ballot integrity during elections.
United States Department of the Census Seasonal 2010
Enumerator
o Assisted in the collection of census data.
o Interviewed household members.
FedEx Seasonal 2009/2010
Driver
o Executed pickup and delivery routes.
o Managed delivery locations.
Island Vending 2002 – 2014
Owner/Operator
o Day-to-day operations of successful vending company.
o Service vending machines, electronically track inventories and consumption data, handle
customer relations and perform problem resolution at multiple vending locations.