Austin Farmer is expected to graduate from Berea College in May 2016 with a BA in Computer and Information Science. He has extensive experience in programming languages and frameworks including ASP.Net, C, C++, C#, Java, JavaScript, PHP, Python, and more. Farmer has worked in various roles at Berea College such as Media Team Manager, Media Team Technician, and Help Desk Technician where he provided technical support and mentored other technicians. He has also interned as a Student Programmer where he created and maintained software systems, saving the college over $122,000 annually.
1. Austin L. FarmerSOFTWARE ENGINEER
202 Heritage Dr. Berea Ky, 40403, United States
(+1) 606-545-2271 | farmerau@berea.edu | farmerau
Summary
Expected graduate of Berea College with BA in Computer and Information Science. Regularly praised by faculty, staff, and labor super-
visors for programming abilities, grasp of technologies, and attention to detail. Additionally known for leadership, fast paced learning,
perseverance, and mindfulness of deadlines.
Skills
Languages and Frameworks
ASP.Net ,BASIC, C, C++, C#, HTML, Java, JavaScript, jQuery, LaTeX, MySQL, PHP, Python, Racket.
Design & IDE Tools
Atom, Cloud9 IDE, Code::Blocks, Dreamweaver, IntelliJ IDEA, MySQL Workbench, NetBeans, Py-
Charm, PyScripter, Sublime Text, UML, Vim, Visual Studio.
Tools and Software
Microsoft Office, iWork, Google Drive, Apache, NGINX, Docker, Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Pre-
miere, Encore, After Effects, Audition, etc.)
Operating Systems
Windows, OS X, Multiple Linux Distributions (e.g., Ubuntu, CentOS)
Experience
Technology Resource Center, Berea College Berea, Kentucky
MEDIA TEAM MANAGER 2014 - PRESENT
• Managed and mentored a team of thirteen tier-two technicians.
• Enhanced workplace productivity through implementation of new tools and systems alongside modification of pre-existing ones.
• Installed and configured a NAS (Network Attached Storage) server.
• Modified source code of existing help desk software to meet the needs of team.
• Assisted in the development and revision of workplace policy and procedure.
• Trained technicians in variety of advanced troubleshooting techniques for hardware and software alike.
MEDIA TEAM TECHNICIAN 2013 - 2014
• Served as a tier-two technician providing technical support to the campus community both in person and remotely with classroom
systems, sound systems, conference systems (Cisco systems, VOIP services including Skype, etc.), and more.
• Developed strong communication skills in a team environment by means of email, updating helpdesk tickets, etc.
HELP DESK TECHNICIAN 2012-2013
• Provided technical support for the campus community over the phone and in person for Microsoft Windows 7, the Microsoft Office
Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Access, etc.), Apple OS X 10.6 - 10.10, Apple iWork, and more.
• Performed hardware troubleshooting and repair for Dell brand laptops and desktops issued to faculty, staff, and students.
Computer Science Program, Berea College Berea, Kentucky
STUDENT PROGRAMMER (INTERNSHIP) May 2015 - Aug. 2015
• Created new software as well as maintained and enhanced pre-existing systems written by students (including one self-authored).
• Balanced multiple projects and assisted coworkers while minding deadlines.
• Saved Berea College over an estimated $122,000.00 annually with web-based system implementation written in ASP.NET.
• Worked with system administrators to integrate Active Directory authentication and Ellucian BANNER into student-developed
projects.
• Strengthened debugging skills that transcend programming languages.
Education
Berea College Berea, Kentucky
B.A. IN COMPUTER AND INFORMATION SCIENCE Expected graduation: May 2016
• Course Highlights: Data Structures, Programming Languages, Design & Analysis of Algorithm, Computer Organization, Networking,
Database Systems, Electricity & Electronics, and Digital Electronics (advanced electronics course).
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