Alfredo Vela Jr. seeks a long-term career utilizing his training and experience in programming, web development, and IT support. He has over 3 years of programming experience including projects in PHP, Java, C#, and Android development. He has held positions as an independent contractor developing websites and databases for various companies. Currently, he is working as a LAMP developer for three different companies on projects involving web applications, databases, and content management systems.

1. Alfredo Vela Jr.
1015 E. Cozza Dr. #113, Spokane, WA 99208
Home/Cell Phone: 509-968-8193
Email: fred.vela509@gmail.com
OBJECTIVE
Secure and maintain a long-term career; utilize training & experience; achieve company goals
RELEVANT SKILLS
PHP, LAMP, Java, Android, HTML, CSS, C, Linux-CLI, Mac-OS, PostgreSQL, MySQL, SQL
• 3+ years Programming experience; Engineering, Designing and Web Development
• 2+ years PC repair; Hardware modifcations; Operating System confguration
• 2+ years Tech support desk; Troubleshoot wireless; Perform dispatch; RMA
• 3+ years Assistant Manager and Lead position; Bilingual support (Spanish)
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Science Computer Science A.A.S. Computer & Electronic Engineering
Tech EWU, Cheney, WA ITT Technical Institute, Spokane, WA
Graduation Date: 2016(Expected) Graduation Date: 2003
ACADEMIC PROGRAMMING PROJECTS
• Android RESTful API Java, Android, JSON 09/2015-11/2015
• Android Contacts App Java, Android, SQLite 09/2015-11/2015
• Federal Grants Database Java, PostgreSQL, CLI 11/2014-05/2015
• Cork District – Gift Cards Web Application C#, SQL, HTML/CSS, JS 01/2014-06/2014
• ASP.NET Web Dev./Shopping Cart C#, SQL, HTML/CSS, JS 01/2013-06/2013
• MVC Presentation including Web Services C#, ASP.NET 4.5 09/2014-12/2014
• Hero vs. Monster – Design Patterns Java 06/2014-09/2014
• GUI Mockup of DBMS Bridge Java, MySQL 09/2012-12/2012
• Football Pool Manager C#, SQL, HTML/CSS, JS 06/2012-09/2012
WORK HISTORY/EXPERIENCE
LAMP Developer, EPA Consultants, Spokane, WA 02/2016-Present
• Perform migration of hosting service, manage domain settings
• Develop a contact form emailed customer web inquires
• Independently contracted; Remote work; Lead Developer
LAMP Developer, Southern Freight Services, Morristown, TN 11/2015-Present
• Engineer a mobile-responsive, front-end company website
• Create a web-interactive job application pdf with e-sign, fllable
• Project design utilizes PHP, MySQL, some custom CSS and JS
• Independently contracted; Remote work; Lead Developer

2. LAMP Developer, Super Fantasy Motocross Spokane, WA 10/2015-Present
• Design a Start-up project with professional motocross riders
• Create a fantasy sports interactive experience; user profles
• Project design utilizes PHP, MySQL, some custom HTML, CSS and JS
• User-Admin uploads photos/videos; Content Management System (CMS)
• Independently contracted; Remote work; Co-Lead Developer
Database Developer/Administrator, ChalkLabs, Spokane, WA 11/2014-05/2015
• Collect and harvest U.S. grant awards: EPA, DOE, SBIR/STTR, NSF
• Cleanse the data and perform random sampling; Verifcation, analysis
• Migrate data into PostgreSQL database from csv, xml, and Excel formats
• Independently contracted; Remote work; Lead Developer
Web Developer, The Cork District, Spokane, WA 01/2014-06/2014
• Use a debit/credit card for pre-loading funds onto gift card
• Swipe a gift card; Implement reader to track card usage; log card data
• Monitor database metrics; Cards sold, Uses per store, User accounts
• Gift cards redeemable at any participating location; Stores can activate
PLUS Mentor & Teacher’s Aide, Eastern Wa. University, Cheney, WA 09/2012-06/2014
• Mentor students open lab, exam preparations, programming assistance
• Grade tests, labs, and quizzes – Java, C, C# programming languages
• Run and debug source code, document feedback, report to instructor
• Respond to student email inquiries, enter scores into grade book
• Maintain attendance log, report session topics to instructor – Java, C, C#
Technical Assistance-TAC, General Dynamics, Spokane Valley, WA 03/2008-06/2008
• Troubleshoot laptop & router issues, dispatch equipment
• Follow-up help desk tickets; documentation and update database
• Inbound technical support, bilingual phone support (Spanish)
Bench Technician, General Dynamics, Spokane Valley, WA 03/2007-03/2008
• Inspect, diagnose, and repair 3-5 ruggedized laptops as per RMA(s)
• Perform preliminary bench tests, replace all defective hardware
• Reconfgure or reinstall operating system, frmware; test wireless
Accounts Manager, PeoplePC Internet Services, OakRidge, TN 07/2006-03/2007
• Manage client accounts, billing, and sales of internet services
• Inbound customer support; offer new services; negotiate payments
• Troubleshoot installation and internet connectivity issues; bilingual support
CLUBS, ACTIVITIES, WORKSHOPS
Robotics Judge, Spokane Region Senior Solutions FLL Competitions 01/2013-01/2013
• Volunteer as a Robotics Judge for Lego League Competition ages 9-14yrs
• Judges vote on creativity, functionality, working as a team, and presentation
Workshops, Seminars and Conferences, Eastern Wa. University 03/2011-06/2014
• Passport to Professionalism – Interview sessions with area employers
• Interview IQ – Workshop for improving interview techniques, mock interviews
• 5th Annual Work It Conference – Maximizing networking opportunities