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Dallas, TX 75007
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OVERVIEW of Keith D Commiskey
Web Developer (Procedural PHP/JavaScript)

Job Search: Non-Active - Currently investing spare time in: Enjoying my new company at Amplifi Commerce as a User Interface Developer.



Promoting productivity through initiative and problem solving.
Working smarter and harder: Benefiting companies that allow me to do so.

Skill Sets: Multidisciplinary; Skills last used denoted in square brackets.
  • WEB/PROGRAMMING
  • 10+ Years: HTML, JavaScript [2010]
  • 8+ Years: Procedural PHP, MySQL [2010]
  • 4 Years: CSS [2010]
  • 2+ Years: DOM, AJAX, ProtoType, XML, Basic SQL [2010]
  • <1 Year: XHTML [2010]

  • 2+ Years: JSP/JSTL [2008]

  • 3-4 Years: Classic ASP, MS Access, VBscript, VBA [2006]
  • 2 Years: Basic FLASH (No ActionScript; No Flex) [2006]
  • GRAPHICS
  • 10+ Years: PhotoShop [2009]
  • 10+ Years: AutoCAD, 3DS Max [2006]
  • 8-9 Years: Illustrator, FreeHand [2006]
  • 10+ Years: Autolisp (AutoCAD development) [2006]

Web Development and Creative References (to name but a few) that I have created:
Project Development Skills
Project Concept and Design, Design Analysis, Project Development, Implementation, Training, and Alpha/Beta Testing

Creativity:
Designed, developed, and created animations, interactive presentations, and multimedia for corporate distribution and technical publications.

Programming:
» Web pages using HTML, JavaScript, and Procedural PHP coding
» MySQL and MS Access database automation using Procedural PHP and Classic ASP
» Graphics management and automation using AutoCAD, AutoLisp, Visual Lisp, DOSLib, and DCL
» On-line help systems using Windows Help

Business Application:
Business analysis, research, development, budgeting, team-management, and deployment of commercial web sites.

Tutoring:
Led classroom tutorials on computer graphics, configuration management, and web development. Developed individual instructional programs for co-workers in graphic, web, and database applications and methodologies.

Within my future, I see technologies that have yet to be thought of. I see ideas that are just waiting for companies to take advantage of and make revenue from.



EXPERIENCE:

Dates: Dec 2008 - PresentTitle: Web Developer / Programmer/Analyst II
Work: Web Developer
Company: Custom Credit Systems
Location: Richardson, TXSupervisor: Aleck Whaley
Info:
Tools Used: SQL Server 2005, TomCat, UltraEdit, SVN, xplorer2, QuicKeys
Skills Used: JavaScript, XML, Thinwire Client (proprietary framework), PHP

In this role, I help design, develop and deliver software to CCS’ clients. I have demonstrated an ability to:

* Currently working on extending Mantis, an Open Source PHP/MySQL application, to batch import/update records.
* Learn & develop quality systems using JavaScript, XML, SQL, CCS administration & other tools as needed.
* Interact and collaborate with CCS team members to define/translate business requirements into solid systems.
* Integrate Javascript and XML using custom and native code and tags with CCS' proprietary framework.
* Analyze and fix bugs and other issues with Javascript, SQL queries, and XML code.
* Create, update, and debug queries including table creation, insert/update/delete, and foreign key assignments.
* Read through and implement detailed design specs.
* Helped develop and prep two major projects for delivery/release. One of which performed an overall code migration from global to local scope.

Dates: July 2006 - November 2008Title: Sr Web Developer
Work: Web Developer
Company: Voyager Expanded Learning
Location: Dallas, TXSupervisor: Clarence 'Slim' Durham
Info:
Tools Used: Eclipse, HomeSite, Photoshop
Skills Used: JavaScript, JSP/JSTL, PHP

* Created comps during web application initial/design phase
* Learned DOM control, and dabbled with Prototype/Scriptaculous
* Learned the basics of Struts and Tiles
* Helped to troubleshoot and fix bugs for various online products
* Maintained various sections on primary admin web product
* Administered web files and layout for new section on site
* Maintained departmental wiki (using PHP-based mediaWiki on Linux)

Dates: June 2002 - PresentTitle: Web Developer
Work: Web Developer (PHP/Javascript)
Company: KDC-Info
Location: Richardson, TXSupervisor: Independent Contractor
Info:
Skills Used: Procedural PHP, MySQL, Javascript, CSS, XML, XHTML, AutoCAD, 3DS Max, Photoshop, VRML

* Fully automated and databased administrative systems for clients of The Info Group.
* Learned the basics and mid-level aspects of Search Engine Optimization (SEO).
* Built e-commerce sites utilizing industry knowledge of hosting, SEO, and other web development skills.
* Created numerous self-initiative projects available via 'kdcinfo.com' and SourceForge.Net.
* Helped other web developers troubleshoot and fix their sites, including maintaining W3C standards.

Dates: May 1998 - July 2006Title: Graphic Designer IV, Web Developer
Work: Graphics Lead / Lead Web Developer / CAD Admin / Systems Admin (IT) Assistant
Company: Fujitsu Network Communications, Inc.
Location: Dallas, TXSupervisor: Ken Miller
Info:
GRAPHICS
Skills Used: FLASH, Photoshop, Freehand, Illustrator, 3DS Max, AutoCAD

Major Achievement: Implemented an automation routine for AutoCAD, increasing throughput by as much as 400%, and decreasing the learning curve by 50%.
* Implemented AutoCAD as the primary illustration tool and employed migration plan from legacy graphic system.
* Created technical illustrations and other graphics for Technical Publications, Educational Services, and other departments throughout the company; including line art, raster graphics, CAD drawings, 3D modeling, scanning, digital photography, and computer animation.
* Established and maintained graphics and illustration standards governing procedures and graphics creation/modification.
* Provided leadership for all graphic standards and procedures within Technical Publications.
* Provided illustration support for departmental writing and courseware development projects.
* Managed and maintained all departmental graphics files and systems.
* Researched and provided recommendations for graphic software purchases.
* Provided developmental input and conceptual designs for graphic requests and other necessary procedures via eMatrix and CMS

PROGRAMMING and DEVELOPMENT TOOLS
Skills Used: FLASH, ASP, MS Access, HomeSite, Autolisp

Major Achievement: Created major web infrastructure systems, including a custom online service center used across three departments, and the company's primary document distribution system.
* Provided leadership and acted as web master/developer for both the Technical Publications and the Product Change intranet web sites.
* Established and maintained the departmental web development team and support structure.
* Implementation, maintenance and upgrading of documentation ordering system including all web forms and CD request tracking via the web.
* Developed, designed and maintained departmental database applications in both standalone and web interfaces.
* "Fujitsu Online Customer Integration System" Representative: Supplied input based on web and CMS knowledge and integration.
* Assisted the MIS Administrator in maintaining all departmental computers, in addition to troubleshooting both hardware and software issues.
* Maintenance, installations, and troubleshooting of CMS as an application and web interface for graphic and documentation related subjects.
* Maintenance, installations, and troubleshooting of eMatrix as an application and web interface for all graphic-related subjects.
* Provided graphics software and procedural training throughout the department.
* Tutored employees individually on graphics and other departmental applications, as well as departmental procedures.
* Administrated and assisted in multiple aspects of a major, across state, office-to-office transfer.

Dates: Jan 1997 - March 1998Title: Senior Technical Illustrator
Work: Graphics Lead / CAD Administrator / Systems Admin (IT) Assistant
Company: Weiss Associates
Location: Emeryville, CA 94608Supervisor: Betsy Codding
Info:

Without any prior experience with the software Weiss Associates was using as their primary graphics package, I learned and took over all graphics operations within days. After months of working long hours to fulfill a two-person position, I was successful in managing a graphics support system, which enabled me to create and instigate an AutoCAD figure management system, which complemented the current department's structure.

Aside from the project administration and production, and in addition to maintaining and upgrading the graphic department, I also assisted the MIS department by troubleshooting countless software and hardware problems throughout the office.

Dates: Oct 1996 - Jan 1997Title: Computer Systems Manager
Work: Administrative Assistant / Accounting Assistant / Systems (IT) Administrator
Company: Xybernaut Corporation
Location: San Francisco, CA 94107Supervisor: Kathy Jones
Info: Helped establish satellite office by purchasing, setting up, and maintaining computer systems network, as well as an internet presence. Worked closely with corporate headquarters accounting department in establishing accounting procedures by maintaining all vendor and overhead related accounts in-house.

Dates: Jul 1995 - Aug 1996Title: Senior Partner
Work: Senior Project Animator / Project Coordinator / Systems (IT) Administrator
Company: Animation Design Group
Location: San Diego, CA 92122Supervisor: Ali Mirzahossein
Info:

Created multiple animations for use in courtrooms that have helped to either win cases or obtain high settlements. Generated 3D models, wireframe previews, and renderings that helped to assist in the structural and architectural design of residential and commercial property. Created construction plans, details, manometer surveys, and performed many other cad type operations.

Also developed marketing strategies and generated brochures, newsletters, video promos, and interactive presentations to direct our marketing efforts.

Dates: Nov 1992 - Sep 1995Title: CAD Administrator
Work: CAD Administrator / Systems (IT) Administrator
Company: Salar and Associates / A & E Group, Inc.
Location: San Diego, CA 92101Supervisor: Salar Dehbozorgi
Info: Developed slideshows and marketing materials for use in seminars and conventions. Implementation of computer techniques I used encouraged clients to choose our firm over other competitive companies. Provided 3D representations of many sites and real estate models to facilitate city plan checks. My material was also used to sell ideas and get points across to prospective clients and buyers.

Dates: Jun 1991 - Nov 1992Title: CAD Administrator
Work: CAD Administrator / Word Processor
Company: DECA Engineering / DECA Group, Inc.
Location: San Diego, CA 92108Supervisor: Salar Dehbozorgi
Info: Performed numerous tasks including, but not limited to, AutoCad drafting and modeling (Civil and Structural). Prepared presentations for use in seminars, conventions, and expert witness litigation. Created hundreds of details and forms to facilitate the project process. Became skilled with many new software packages including Surfer, State-of-the-Art Accounting, communications software, etc.

Dates: Oct 1989 - Jun 1991Title: CAD Draftsperson
Work: CAD Draftsperson / Word Processor / Marketing Assistant
Company: Owen Consultants / D.E.G.
Location: Sacramento, CA 95825Supervisor: Salar Dehbozorgi
Info: Produced over 350 earthquake reports utilizing cad and typing skills. Created and maintained a file structure for cad and word processing departments. I also tended to the maintenance and organization of all computer systems which eliminated the need for outside computer consultants. Provided support for civil engineers by performing structural calculations on the computer. Learned numerous commercial software packages including: AutoCad, Lotus, Harvard Graphics, RFP, and many others.

Dates: Jun 1984 - Jun 1991 (Honorable)Title: Infantryman
Work: Infantryman / Armorer / Clerk
Company: U.S. Army
Location: Ft. Lewis, WASupervisor: N/A
Info: Excelled in and passed both the Combat Lifesavers Course and the Primary Leadership Development Course (PLDC). Became an armorer in garrison, and part time company clerk when the company was in the field. Served for six months in the Multi-National Force and Observers located in Sinai, Egypt. Awarded Expert Infantry Badge (EIB) and Good Conduct Medal.