Resume

Neil Crum

Email: nhc.crum@outlook.com | LinkedIn: LinkedIn Profile | GitHub: GitHub Profile

Summary

Adaptable and client-focused software developer with a diverse skill set that spans web development, automation, and IT support. Holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Interdisciplinary Arts and Sciences, complemented by industry certifications. Over two years of freelance experience successfully managing end-to-end development projects, from client consultation to deployment and ongoing support. Proficient in Python, Flask, Django, Java, Javalin, Spring Boot, and multiple front-end technologies, with a proven record of enhancing system performance and user experience. Eager to contribute technical expertise and problem-solving acumen to a dynamic, forward-thinking team.

Education

Bachelor of Arts in Interdisciplinary Arts & Sciences

Arizona State University, Tempe, AZ | 2019

Experience

Software Developer

Freelance, Tempe, AZ | November 2021 - Present

  • Engineered and deployed dynamic, mobile-friendly websites for clients in logistics and e-commerce, leveraging Python Django, HTML, CSS, and JavaScript; managed and configured AWS EC2 hosting environments.
  • Enhanced user experience for e-commerce platforms by implementing AJAX-based features for product categorization and real-time search functionality.
  • Automated critical document processing for an accounting firm using Python, including seamless Word-to-PDF conversions and year-end tax document updates via regex pattern matching.
  • Conducted WordPress migrations, upgrading sites to PHP 8.2 and implementing performance optimizations through strategic caching techniques.
  • Architected and maintained robust backend infrastructure using Java and Javalin, with a focus on scalability, security, and performance optimization.

Time & Expense Associate / Senior Time & Expense Associate - Payroll

Aston Carter, Tempe, AZ | January 2021 - July 2023

  • Managed time and expense processes, adhering to regulatory and company guidelines.
  • Mentored junior associates after being promoted to a senior role; led initiatives to streamline payroll procedures.

Customer Service Representative / Assistant Manager / Internal Auditor

U-Haul, Mesa, AZ | July 2017 - April 2020

  • Progressed through roles, exhibiting exceptional customer service and operational auditing skills to identify process improvements and ensure adherence to operational standards.

Skills

  • Programming: Python, Java, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Typescript, React, PostgreSQL
  • Tools: Excel, VSCode, Eclipse, IntelliJ IDEA, Postman, DBeaver
  • Soft Skills: Multi-tasking, Time Management, Problem Solving

Projects

Employee Reimbursement System

Desinged and developed a full stack Java application with a React front end and a PostgreSQL RDS for an Employee Reimbursement System. This application allows employees to create an account, submit reimbursements, and view and manage their own reimbursements. Managers can do everything an employee can do plus view and manage all reimbursements, resolve a reimbursement by approving or denying it, and view and manage all employees.

Engagement Letter System - (ELS)

Designed and developed a full stack python Flask application for an Engagement Letter System. This application can rollover engagement letters, check entities on engagement letters and print engagement letters to PDF. In addition, users can configure different settings on the settings page, like adjusting rates, updating partner names, or changing the directory where processed files are saved. This application utilizes Web Sockets to provide real-time feedback to the user through alerts, progress bars or modals.

Dehydration Medical Bot

Engineered a Python-based diagnostic bot that utilizes Psycopg3+ for seamless PostgreSQL integration. Facilitates user-driven dehydration diagnosis through a quick questionnaire and algorithmic evaluation. Enables patient registration and data storage for new patients while offering easy data retrieval for returning patients. Allows the addition of new diagnosis for existing patients and maintains a comprehensive diagnosis history for individual patients.

PhotoViewingApp

Engineered a web-based photo viewing application using Django, with a frontend crafted using HTML, Bulma, and managed dependencies via Node and Webpack, providing CRUD capabilities through an admin console.

Certifications

Name Org Date
Core Java LearnQuest February 2023
Mulesoft Developer Mulesoft November 2021
Google IT Automation with Python Google December 2020
Google IT Support Professional Google October 2020