Brad Bruce

I have five years of experience working as a full-stack web developer. During that time, I worked primarily with .NET, jQuery, PL/SQL, and a number of other languages. In 2020, I earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Information Technology from the University of Cincinnati. I have a strong grasp of the agile development model and I am a task-oriented and goal-driven individual with a passion for changing the world. My interests include application and web design, database management, and environmental science.


Career

Full-Stack Web Developer II

March 2024 - Present
  • Modernized legacy PL/SQL systems as part of state-wide accessibility improvments required by Colorado State Law HB21-1110.
  • Streamlined deployment of PL/SQL scripts using PowerShell scripts within Azure Devops Pipelines.
  • Provided technical and operational support to partner agencies within the Colorado State Government.

Full-Stack .Net Web Developer

March 2022 - March 2024
  • Created and maintained web pages using both MVC and WebForms within ASP.NET.
  • Utilized Entity Framework to manipulate data stored in SQL Server using C#.
  • Used jQuery, Knockout.js, and Bootstrap 4 to enhanced user experience on the frontend.
  • Wrote and modified unit tests to reduce bugs introduced into our codebase.

Full-Stack .Net Web Developer

May 2021 - March 2022
  • Developed robust and user-friendly web pages using MVC and ASP.NET.
  • Created clean and functional front-end code using JavaScript and jQuery.
  • Modernized and rewrote multiple older .NET Web Forms APIs using the .NET Core Framework.
  • Wrote code to process and manipulate data stored within Oracle Databases.

Full Stack .Net Developer

April 2019 - May 2021
  • Designed and developed responsive Windows applications using the WPF framework alongside C#.
  • Enhanced backend logic for processes including managing digital payments, sending real-time messages, and generating tax forms.
  • Streamlined retrieval and processing of data from MySQL databases.
  • Performed code reviews for colleagues to ensure code changes followed coding and design standards.

Quality Assurance Analyst

January 2019 - April 2019
  • Oversaw the creation, implementation, and adjustment of quality assurance test cases for the Rent Manager software suite.
  • Identified and communicated issues found to our development team to ensure they are resolved quickly the first time.
  • Verified that changes made by our development team fixed reported issues without introducing new issues.
  • Followed up with support staff to verify fixes resolved customer issues.

Geek Squad Consultation Agent

November 2017 - December 2019
  • Worked closely with clients to diagnose, and repair hardware and software issues using a variety of tools and resources.
  • Provided trainings and support for clients on specific operating and software systems for personal and business use.
  • Increased sales of support plans and services for Best Buy by ensuring that team members and other Best Buy employees were property trained on how to sell support plans and services effectively.
  • Worked closely with our repair agents and service center to ensure that services were done correctly the first time in a timely manner for our clients.

Apple Computer Expert

July 2017 - November 2017
  • Engaged customers with complete Apple experience including Mac, iPhone, iPad, and Apple Watch.
  • Achieved sales targets in revenue, margin, and solutions set by Apple and Best Buy.
  • Worked with team members and management to increase sales and knowledge of Apple ecosystem using coachings and trainings on Apple products and solutions.
  • Performed training and on-site tech support to Apple customers with MacOS and iOS.

Computer Sales Representative

November 2016 - July 2017
  • Used selling skills to build complete and connected solutions for customers in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
  • Utilized software tools, resources, and team knowledge to drive sales and stay up-to-date on newest technology and devices.
  • Worked with team members and upper management to increase overall knowledge and performance of team as a whole.

Education

University of Cincinnati

Information Technology

August 2016 - May 2020

Concentration: Software Application Development

College of Education, Criminal Justice, & Human Services

Bachelor of Science - BS

University of Cincinnati

Information Technology

August 2016 - May 2018
Clermont College

Associate of Applied Business - AAB


Volunteer Experience

Volunteer Clinical Research Programmer

University of Cincinnati College of Medicine

May 2020 - November 2020

University of Cincinnati College of Medicine - Department of Biomedical Informatics

  • Developed responsive web applications to collect, study, and analyze clinical data.
  • Conducted and analyzed interviews with project stakeholders to better understand user needs.
  • Deployed and maintained web applications within a Linux server environment.
  • Performed code reviews for colleagues to ensure code changes followed coding and design standards.

Skills

Top Skills

  • Object-Oriented Design
  • Database Management
  • Agile Development Process

Tools and Technologies

  • C# Development
  • Python Development
  • Java Development
  • Javascript and jQuery Development
  • Back-end Web Development
  • Windows Server and Linux Administration
  • TensorFlow Machine Learning Development
  • Android Studio and XCode Application Development
  • Xamarin Studio Mobile Application Development

Knowledge

  • Unit Test Creation
  • Quality Assurance Testing
  • IT Project Management
  • Amazon Web Services Administration
  • Network Troubleshooting
  • PC Hardware and Software Troubleshooting and Repair
  • Mac Hardware and Software Troubleshooting

Awards & Certificates

    University of Cincinnati IT Expo Senior Design Mobile Application Award

    University of Cincinnati

    April 2020

    This award was presented to two other students and I for our work on our senior capstone project: SpotCheck. The project was voted above 13 other submitted projects created by other students in the spring 2020 graduating class. More information about SpotCheck can be found below in the Projects section.

    More Information Here.

    Apple Certified iOS Technician

    Apple

    April 2019

    Teaches the knowledge and skills needed to become certified to troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair iPhone and iPad.

    Server Pro: Install and Configure

    TestOut Corporation

    December 2017

    Teaches the knowledge and skills needed to design, implement, and manage Windows Server 2012.

    Network Pro Certification

    TestOut Corporation

    December 2016

    Teaches the knowledge and skills needed to install, configure, and maintain networks for small businesses.