Richard L. Harden Download: Resume (Word Document) Download: Resume (PDF Document) Download: Resume (Text Document) Contact #: 253-230-7438 Email: rick@webtechz.com PROFESSIONAL STRENGTHS 8 Years of PHP/MySQL Development Completed my Master in Information Systems while working full time – Graduated June, 2009 33 of 45 credits towards an MBA/Technologies Management degree completed Excellent problem solving skills Strive for perfection Excellent analytical skills Highly motivated and productive Proficient at meeting deadlines and staying within a budget Excellent written and verbal communication skills I am a hardworking self-starter who invariably understands exactly what a project is all about from the outset, and how to get it done quickly and effectively. I function well as a team leader when required, and work effectively as a team member under the direction of other team leaders. I am a resourceful, creative, and solution-oriented person who is frequently able to come up with new innovative approaches to my assigned projects. OBJECTIVE Obtain a PHP/MySQL developer position, utilizing my years of experience and education. EXPERIENCE Internet Identity PHP/MySQL Developer Tacoma, WA March 2007 to October 2008 Analyzed client and user requirements, procedures and problems to automate processing Designed and developed web applications to ensure client and user requirements Developed new systems to improve production and workflow as required by my employer Development language included PHP (3-5), MySQL, DHTML, Java Script, and HTML Helped to develop client portals, search applications, and other forward facing interfaces and applications Used PHP4 as the development infrastructure MetaWorkz LLC. PHP/MySQL Developer Puyallup, WA April 2004 to July 2006 Evaluated user requirements, procedures and problems in order to automate processing and improve existing and or new websites and server side applications Executed daily operations of web development and customer service Wrote, designed and produced new websites and web applications Developed new systems to improve production and workflow as required by clients Development language included PHP3, MySQL, Java Script, and HTML WebTechz Web and Server Side Application Developer Tacoma, WA September 1998 to April 2004 Consulted with managerial personnel to clarify program intent, identify problems and suggest changes Wrote, designed and produced websites for new and existing clients Determined extent of programming and coding required Development language included PHP3, MySQL, Java Script, and HTML Volt Services Group/Weyerhaeuser Web Developer Federal Way, WA July 2000 to May 2001 Executed daily operations of Intranet development Wrote, designed and produced two Intranet Websites Successfully completed projects on time and under budget Development language included ASP, Java Script, and HTML EDUCATION University of Phoenix Tacoma Campus/Online Master of Information Systems (MIS) 2009 GPA – 3.7 University of Phoenix Online Master Business Administration / Technology Management (MBA/TM) 2005 Completed 33 of 45 credits required. Final GPA – 3.79 The Evergreen State College Olympia, Washington Bachelor of Science 2003 Studies included Student Originated Software and Software Engineering. Tacoma Community College – Graduated Phi Theta Kappa with High Honors - Nominated for Presidents Award Tacoma, Washington Associate of Applied Science - Web Development 2001 Associate of Applied Science - Application Development WORK EXAMPLES / PORTFOLIO Site Owner: Bad Boy Cycle Parts Technology: Photoshop, HTML, PHP, CSS, and MySQL View Project: http://www.badboycycleparts.com Site Owner: Hidden Village Home Owners Association Technology: Photoshop, HTML, PHP, CSS, and MySQL View Project: http://www.hiddenvillagehoa.com Site Owner: Richard L Harden Technology: Photoshop, HTML, PHP, CSS, and MySQL View Project: http://www.real-santaclaus.com Site Owner: Richard L Harden Technology: Photoshop, HTML, PHP, CSS, and MySQL View Project: http://www.good-santa.com Site Owner: Richard L Harden Technology: Photoshop, HTML, PHP, CSS, and MySQL View Project: http://www.webtechz.com/demo/ Many of my more complex work examples are the exclusive property of companies for which I have worked, Because of signed non disclosure agreements they will not be available for viewing. PROFESSIONAL REFERENCES Professional references will be provided by request during time of interview. Please download a word or text copy of my resume above.