Donald L. Killen

*Available for Relocation at Own Expense*

Colorado Springs, CO 80906 ▪ ▪ 719.532.9624

Software Applications Engineer

Dependable, motivated andefficientSoftware Systems and Applications Programmer Analystwith a reputationforemployer loyalty, delivery of exceptional relationship management and solutions-oriented analysis.

TECHNICAL SKILLS

Software:

  • Microsoft Office
  • MS Access
  • MS Project
  • MS Visio
  • MS Visual Studio 10.0-12.0
  • Oracle 10g
  • Python 3.4
  • Fedora 17
  • Eclipse Mars & Luna Platforms
  • Eclipse database

Operating Systems:Windows XP, Vista, Windows 7, 8.0, 8.1, 10.0

Programming Languages:Java SE8, C/C++, C#.Net 4.0, VBScripting, MySQL, HTML 5.0/CSS 3.0

Additional: Data modeling and diagramming using rational rose modeling tools, object oriented design and GUI construction, functional process decomposition using ADW/AEW tools in a classroom setting and construction of various charts including DFD and process level decomposition diagrams.

SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS

  • Transitioning small business owner to the Computer Information Technology field; holds post-secondary and advanced degrees with emphasis insoftware applications engineering and capabilities.
  • Hands-on knowledge and practice of what classes and objects are and their relationship; use of the kinds of relationships between classes; application of the conceptual constructs, or building blocks, of classes.
  • Given a business systems application requiring the transformation of user data from an external source by table (array) processing, design, code, and test a program that reads the data from its external source, transforms the data, and produces formatted output.
  • Given a business systems program involving the processing of permanent (master) data and transaction data, design, code, and test a program to maintain the permanent (master) data (add, change, and delete data) and generate a valid transaction listing and an error listing.
  • Demonstrated ability in effectively utilizing quality assurance measures in the implementation of optimal methods for activities and workflow.

EDUCATION

DeVry University, Colorado Springs, CO Graduated-June 2016

Bachelor of Science in Computer Information Systems, GPA: 3.88

Relevant Coursework: Structured Analysis and Design, Engineering Technology/Info. Sciences, Architecture and OS, Connectivity and Lab, Object Oriented Programming with C#.NET 4.0, Principles of Info Sys Security, Business App Programming with Java SE/JDK and MySQL, Professional Writing, Web Interface Design, Web App Development with C#/ASP.NET Windows Web Forms, Object-Oriented Analysis and Design, Health Services Information Systems (EHR’s), Health Services Finance.

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EDUCATION (continued)

DeVry University, Colorado Springs, CO Graduated-June 2012

Bachelor of Science in Technical Management, GPA: 3.83

Relevant Coursework: Data Analysis (Advanced MS Excel), Intro to Database Management (Oracle 10g with SQL*Plus /MS Access), Intro to Object Oriented Programming in C#.NET 4.0, Intro to Scripting and Databases, Intro to Computer Applications (MS Excel, Word, and PowerPoint), Business Systems Analysis, Project Management, and Intro to Business and Society.

OTHER TRAINING

LeaderQuest: CompTIA A+-2012-2013

OxFord Lane: Cisco Network Associate - 1999

CERTIFICATIONS & PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

CompTIA A + Certified – March 2013

CISCO Network Associate Course, Colorado Springs, CO – December 1999

AFFILIATIONS

Member – The Southern Colorado .Net Group

Member- Colorado Springs Web Designer Pros

EXPERIENCE

Full Time Student, Programming/Information Systems 08/2014 - 07/ 2016

CIS 470: Senior Project. Mission: Design ane-commerce web site called Williams Specialty Company (WSC), which is a small print and engraving organization that wants to expedite sales by developing an online presence through an e-commerce web site. The e-commerce website functioned as an online store front to accept orders, from registered customers. Registered customers can fill out their basic personal and billing information and proceed to request an order performing the following duties:

  • ComposedProject plan including documents for requirements, analysis, design, risk analysis, and various testing stages and construction using Agile methodology.
  • Designed and implemented the Web Site using ASP.Net and C# programming through MS Visual Studio 2013 and MySQL/ MS Access Database.
  • Prepared the initial Pseudocode;designed the framework for the 5initial Component Test Scenarios to assure quality assurance in implementation of the system. Completed the Change Management procedures.A Team Leader was rotated weekly incorporating the Agile Scrum methodology of SLDC development.

Java: CIS 355A BusinessApplicationProgramming. Project Flooring Application/Manual: java/MySQL database listing entered customers:

  • Analysis/Design: Object-oriented/UML based entity designed. GUI included a menu with five tabs for customer to choose from. Functions added to connect to dB; creating tables using MySQL workbench. Query entered into the dB to enter customer data.
  • Testing/Results: Validation/verification of requirements parts work correctly. Documented known issues and problem resolution.
  • Conclusions/Lessons Learned: Learned MySQL/ JDBC connection configurations. Learned to use Action Listeners, GridBagLayout (panels), java.SQL, java.swing, java.awt.event, ActionEvent handlers; error handling.

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CIS 339: Object-Oriented Analysis and Design.ProjectBusiness Need:Internet- accessible application that will allow staff to maintain records of students, courses, classes, and allow students to register for classes.Business Requirements:

Using the Internet, staff will be able to maintain student, course, and class records. Students will be able to self-register for classes online. Staff will be able to register students for classes online as well.

The functionality that the system should have is listed below:

  • Allow staff to maintain records of student accounts
  • Allow staff to maintain records of courses offered
  • Allow staff to maintain records of classes offered for each course (both online and face-to-face classes)
  • Allow students to self-register
  • Allow staff to register students

Business Value:

With an automated registration system, the school will be able to continue to expand its student population and effectively manage that expansion. Staff will be freed up from the registration process and will be able to work on other projects which will enhance the quality of the school. Interactions between staff and students will improve along with staff morale. A more positive attitude towards the school can possibly help increase enrollment.

CIS 321: Structured Analysis and Design. Project: EBS (Employee Benefits System) for multi-state organization. The plan consisted of reengineering (data modeling) of all systems related to Human Resources, which included Employee Information, Time and Attendance, and Payroll. The first phase is the development of the Employee Benefits System (EBS), a system that will house the repository containing the employee master data, which is the foundation for providing a common set of automated, integrated, platform-independent system solutions for Human Resources. Several business processes/work flows, procedures and forms were needed to be analyzed along with addressing new requirements using the following additional requirements:

WORK HISTORY

Relationship and Special Projects Support, AARP, Colorado Springs, CO, 06/2010 – 04/2012

Provided temporary liaison and special projects support while attending DeVry University as a full-time student. Successfully developed and maintained professional working relationships with various non-profit host agencies to include the American Cancer Society, LULAC National Education Service Center, and the El Paso County Combined Courts.

Subcontractor |Entrepreneur, Donald L. Killen Finish Carpentry,Colorado Springs, CO, 11/1987 – 01/2008

Successfully created, developed and advanced a small business into a thriving organization providing both direct and subcontract constructions services. Developed bids on piecework utilizing blue print analysis and advanced cost estimating techniques.