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Andrew Cannata

Colorado Springs

Summary

I'm a self motivated, self taught developer with a diverse skillset and a willingness to learn new skills. I excel at learning new programming languages and paradigms, and I often seek opportunities to do so.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience

Work History

Frontend & Backend Web Development

Alvey International
05.2015 - Current
  • In 2015, successfully planned and directed complete transition of all store data and custom store logic from one web store (Yahoo! Small Business) to open source commerce platform (Magento)
  • In 2020, successfully planned and directed complete transition of all store data and custom store logic from Magento 1 to Magento 2
  • Wrote all custom backend modules to support customer and business processes using PHP for Magento 1 and Magento 2 store platforms, including ad hoc processes designed for singular purposes
  • Designed and implemented complete store redesign, including HTML and JavaScript (pure JavaScript, jQuery, plus supporting libraries)
  • Provided all custom business reports through custom designed and written web interfaces and Microsoft Excel

Web Publisher

Alvey International
12.2009 - 05.2015
  • Created and edited product listings on web store platform.
  • Researched new products and vehicles for addition to web store.
  • Planned and implemented major revisions to store HTML structure and frontend scripting.
  • Wrote internal documentation of workflows and processes to better streamline work.

Customer Service

Alvey International, LLC
06.2009 - 12.2009
  • Analyzed customer feedback and provided solutions to improve customer service.
  • Delivered exceptional customer service and supported positive brand experience.
  • Managed customer service inquiries and complaints for customer satisfaction.
  • Increased customer service success rates by quickly resolving issues.

Research Technician

Alliance Data Systems
05.2006 - 11.2008

Maintained aging/ledger records for account receivables on a daily basis, often requiring monitoring of receivables over multiple months.

  • Created and managed documentation on many key Research processes.
  • Implemented time saving VisualBasic macros (with corresponding documentation on their use) that helped fellow team members complete their tasks more efficiently.
  • Receiver of two “Alliance Data SPOT” awards for exemplary handling of special projects.

Customer Service Representative

Alliance Data Systems
11.2004 - 05.2006
  • Handled inbound and outbound calls from utility customers, including the starting and stopping of service, and billing inquiries.
  • Generated new accounts and service orders for customers.
  • Handled inbound emergency (gas leaks, open flames, etc) calls from utility customers with 0 errors made.

Education

Computer Science -

College of Southern Maryland
Leonardtown, MD
05-2011

Computer Science -

University of Colorado – Boulder
Boulder, CO
05.2004

Skills

  • Expert knowledge of PHP (pure, Zend, Laravel), HTML, JavaScript (pure, jQuery, React), Java, C#
  • Expert knowledge of interacting with public and private APIs, sometimes with little documentation, including AI platforms like Anthropic and OpenAI
  • Willingness to learn any new programming languages or paradigms required for the job
  • Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access)
  • High attention to detail, low error rate
  • Friendly and affable team player

Timeline

Frontend & Backend Web Development

Alvey International
05.2015 - Current

Web Publisher

Alvey International
12.2009 - 05.2015

Customer Service

Alvey International, LLC
06.2009 - 12.2009

Research Technician

Alliance Data Systems
05.2006 - 11.2008

Customer Service Representative

Alliance Data Systems
11.2004 - 05.2006

Computer Science -

College of Southern Maryland

Computer Science -

University of Colorado – Boulder
Andrew Cannata