My name is Colin Christmas and I am currently looking for work as a Ruby Developer. I have a very broad background from Automotive Science, to Building Information Modeling and now Computer Programming. This experience gives me a very distinct set of skills that are adaptable for out of the box problem solving. I have many years of customer service working in restaurants and with banks as a dispatcher/courier.
My love for Computer Science began many years ago, but I never really got into it until Fall 2015. I graduated in December 2016 with degree in Computer Science AA (Management Information Systems). I started writing this website in April 2016. After a few different versions it grew into what it is now. It is in a constant state of growth as I strive to apply many learned skills into real world implementation of what I have learned since starting with Ruby earlier this year.
ResumeWindow tinter for XPEL corporate retail store in Austin. Installer specializing in many makes and models of vehicles, but mostly luxury vehicles.
Part time QA tester for our DAP pattern and cutting software. Occasionally on site to help make tint patterns as needed.
Window tinter installing window film on various makes and model vehicles.
I worked as a machine operator running a polystyrene pre-expander in Dixon California. I worked loading the machine with 2,000 lbs of raw polystyrene beads and was required to hit weight targets within a density of 1/10th per cycle. I created, modified and used stock recipes to reach those goals.
I worked as a Ruby on Rails Junior Developer Intern for Locable. I programmed a few features freelance after my internship ended. During my internship I re-branded and updated their blog during my internship. Worked with Git in a group setting with multiple developers. I spent time honing my skills with HTML/CSS/SASS as well.
(Contract Work) Tech support to subscribers from basic website issues to proprietary software tech support. Solving problems relating to software (mql4) purchases and installations.
PayPal and Stripe billing management. Organizing basic website content for main site. User management and user account tech support.
Tinted for 2 shops in Sacramento and Folsom. One shop was volume, the other was specialty. Lead Tinter for VW, Ford and GM in Odessa, TX. Lead Tinter for VW in Austin, TX.
Specialized in hand-cut patterns on Mercedes, VW, BMW, Porsche and Audi vehicles. Attention to detail in cleanliness and having less than 5 come backs (800+- vehicles tinted) in 2 years with no damage to any vehicles.
Coached and mentored Forex day traders and taught them how to trade the Foreign Exchange market. Spent many hours on and off the clock helping my clients reach their trading goals. Created trading material for my clients to help them in between sessions. Spent many hours over the phone and through online meetings keeping them on track.
Designed and implemented automated trading systems. Created and maintained an honest marketing base to sell automated trading systems. Learned how to program installers (InstallShield, Visual Basic) for software delivery protocol for the end user. Exposed to PHP, MySQL and using WordPress to create website integration for software and product security.
Helped reduce routing costs by roughly $9,000/month in San Diego during a 60 day implementation. Helped again in Orange County reducing routing costs by nearly $13,000/month during a 30 day implementation process.
Scheduled realistic deadlines and built routes according to attainable time frames with attention to detail in all notes and route sheets. Started as a driver, moved to lead driver, then dispatcher and routing coordinator. Began working with the Owner in a short time of being hired.
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In the time that Colin has been with us he has worked with hundreds of individuals. The sheer number of clients shows the confidence we have in Colin and his abilities to meet company and client expectations. Customer feedback has been great from those whom Colin has worked with.
Colin has those qualities that are very important to all employers, brains and work ethic. Colin is definitely not afraid of hard work.
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