John E. Kirby
617-947-5835
Profile
- A creative, solution-oriented technical leader with over 10 years of startup experience.
- Strong background in Windows, Unix, Linux, and Mac OS environments.
TECHNICAL EXPERTISE
Languages/Software
C#, PHP, Joomla, Java, JSP, CVS, PL/SQL, Transact SQL, HTML 2.0 - 4.0, DHTML, CGI, PERL, JavaScript, Adobe Flash, VBScript, Visual Basic, VBA, ATG Dynamo Suite 4.5.1-5.1, Tomcat 4.x, Oracle 9iAS, XML, Oracle 7.2.3-9i, SQL Server, MySQL, Apache Web Server, IIS, ASP, Samba, MS Visual Studio, Adobe PhotoShop, Adobe Illustrator, Macromedia Dreamweaver, Macromedia Freehand, QuarkXPress, FileMaker Pro.
Operating Systems
Linux (RedHat, Suse, Mandrake), Windows (3.x, 95, 98, NT 4.0, 2000, 2003),
MacOS (6-10.x), Solaris, HP-UX, OpenBSD
PROFESSIONAL Experience
Kirby Mixed Media - Milton, MA
Freelance Developer Present
Responsible for PHP, CGI development, UI recommendations and implementation.
Concentration on open source technologies, particularly PHP, MySQL and Joomla
Implement Smarty to divide the display layer from programming logic
Use PHP to create a low-cost option for A/B split testing
Clients include www.ptotoday.com, www.solarwave.com and www.monster.com
Monster.com - Maynard, Ma
User Experience Developer 2003 - 2006
Responsible for rapid prototyping of new concepts and functionality. Worked primarily in C# .NET architecture and incorporated DHTML.
Responsible for UI concepts for major site releases.
Pioneered new techniques for working directly with Production developers.
Managed two direct reports. Established priorities and mentored technical progress.
Ntirety Technologies - Newton, MA
Principal Consultant 2001 - 2002
Client list: Manulife Financial
Developed system to transfer critical outgoing payment data from Boston to the main office in Toronto. System involved Visual Basic utilized in a COM+ architecture and SQL Server 2000.
Onewarranty.Com - Wellesley, Ma
Senior Developer 2000 - 2001
Programmed Java beans to handle form data for session activities, member registration, product registration, repair center location and searching capabilities for a pioneering consumer web site.
Enabled all dynamic content as one of two Java developers using ATG’s Dynamo Suite.
Responsible for schema design and collaborated on entire site architecture.
Built the first complete searchable listing of product safety notices for both CPSC and NHTSA. The application allowed OneWarranty.com to proactively warn members of product and automobile safety notices based on their onsite product registrations. Utilized Java and SQL Server 7 DTS to develop automated application.
Database Technologies, Inc. - Wellesley, MA
Principal Consultant 1996 - 2000
Developed numerous PL/SQL routines involving text extraction, reporting, multi-million row analysis, data cleansing, and dynamic web content. Wrote PERL scripts for CGI, system administration, automated email, reporting and full applications. Analyzed customer needs to identify appropriate technology. Administered web sites and managed server statistics and security.
Client List: Bell Atlantic, Boston Communications Group, Farm Credit Services of the Midlands, Lifeline Systems, MediaOne, Media100, Monster.com
Monster.com - Maynard, Ma
Technical Project Manager 1995 - 1996
Primary HTML programmer and manager of HTML staff in creative department. Wrote CGI scripts and installed UNIX software. Established network and system priorities for administration staff. Developed UI and page-flow concepts. Communicated with programming staff in developing CGI programs. Conducted system administration for creative department computers. Created graphics and assisted in creative design.
Provided critical support in the web site’s first two years of business.
Chosen to help establish The Monster Board UK in London, England.
Managed Special Projects from coast to coast, from client contact through design and implementation.
Wing - Wilder Internet Gateway/Trik Software Corp. - Woburn, MA
Office Manager 1993 - 1995
Collaborated in the set up and operations management of this start-up company. Managed daily operations including financial functions. Planned marketing campaigns and established staff priorities and timelines. Created web pages and trained staff in HTML. Designed direct mail campaigns and manuals. Maintained database integrity. Managed sales calls and assisted with customer service.
Hydren Advertising And Design - Rowley, MA
Desktop Publishing Assistant 1993
Created and proofread advertising, brochure and direct mail roughs.
Gourmet Chauffeur Restaurant Delivery Service - Marblehead, MA
Owner/Marketing Director 1992 - 1993
Developed company concept, systems and logo. Hired and trained personnel. Negotiated contracts with restaurants. Created and placed all advertising and collateral.
Education
Boston University, College of Communication, Boston, MA
BS in Mass Communication, Concentration in Advertising 1991
Dean’s List
PERSONAL
Interests include lifting, martial arts, illustration, and music.
