Updated resume - 2012 stylee

Wow. so I'm horrible at updating this. Though I don't feel that bad since I created it as an alternative way to get my resume out there. If there isn't much activity on the job front then I don't need to update this right?


right?


Hey, don't you roll your eyes at me. Would you stay longer if I provided punch & pie? Anyway, here is an updated virtual resume for myself. It's mostly the way I want it. still looking for ways to make it better. It needs more cowbell, I know.

short link -- > http://bit.ly/xQqVNT

longer link (for the security conscious) -->Resume on Google Maps

SQL - most used skill/tool/thing

In interviews the interviewer usually asks about what tools or languages I used in my past job. My resume lists a few. So that means I'm good right? Well not quite. The resume shows what I have experience/exposure to, but not the level of competence. Hopefully this post will answer that question a bit. The one that I feel most comfortable with would be SQL. Just plain good 'ol SQL. Not 'MySQL' or any variation thereof (although I would have no problem using MySQL or any other tool that is similar). SQL.


In the past I used it if not daily then every other day. Usually it was just simple statements like:

SELECT * FROM tbl_doctors WHERE LNAME = "SMITH" AND phy_type = "podiatry";

Or perhaps something like this if a user had accidentally 'deleted' an object from the program. They would see it as gone from the program, but it wasn't actually deleted from the database. It was now just invisible to them and thus not available.:

UPDATE tbl_Eye_objects SET col_Avail = "1" WHERE col_ID = "1E00976" AND col_surgery_req = "no";


That is what's considered simple by my definition. For what it's worth the example is short and to the point, but still effective. In the above example the names of the tables and columns were changed but you get the idea.


SQL is something that I liked quite a bit. Hopefully SQL will be a part of my next job and I'll be able to build it as a skill even more.

Is it Me?

Ok. So the IWD sent me a notice in the mail that my benefits are will run out soon (ie, next week).


yay?


Not really, and since I already got an extension I am unsure as to whether or not I'm eligible for another. Perhaps I have to file another unemployment claim. Or maybe the gov't. has passed a bill extending benefits again? Either way, this stinks. If you're unemployed, or have ever been out of a job then you know what I mean. They (the ubiquitous 'they') say that jobs are supposedly the last things to come back at the end of a recession. Well, what the heck?


Like fasion, music, and other trends living in the midwest means that those things trickle down to us usually late in the game. And economically speaking, jobs are no exception to that rule. Man, this is the opposite of fun. I hope it ends soon.


Am I missing something? Maybe it's me?

Resume - now with more Google Maps

Oh Google Maps, how I adore you. now I have yet another format in which to create my Resume/CV. Personally, I think it's kind of cool. My wife on the other hand..... not so much. Oh well, I'm going to live out this short spanned moment of nerd triumph. Click below to see the 'virtual resume'

Updated resume - yay... right? right?

Contact info:

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Summary
Mike is a Quality Assurance Specialist with over 5 years experience in IT. Mike has proven experience with:

Designing manual test cases
Complete System and Regression Testing
Manage and retest defects through VMware
Technical Support working with external clients
Recognized for quickly adapting to new technologies to improve workflow
Transition of job role through merger with a larger company

Skills
Languages
C, Cobol, Visual Basic, SQL
Office Automation
VMware, Microsoft Access, Microsoft Visio, Microsoft Office
Operating Systems
Windows Vista, XP, 2000, 98, and OSX

Industries
IT, Medical Software

Positions Held
(Eclipsys acquired MediNotes in October 2008)
Job Description
Quality Assurance Specialist – (Eclipsys) West Des Moines, IA October 2008 – March 2009

Accomplishments
*Worked closely with QA management and development to roll out major releases in a timely fashion 6 months after first exposure to product to meet Spring deadline
*Analyzed application and system errors then escalated issues to developers and verified fixes within 2 week deadline
*Managed all phases of testing for assigned components ensuring test plans and test cases are completed and met business requirements
*Documented test results using Test Track Pro (TTP), JIRA, and Keystone with jargon-free notes
*Daily regression testing on Electronic Health Record program
*Assist other departments with troubleshooting/setup questions
*Help supervise during Testing Nights twice a year
Designed Team Building options after promotion to QA department
Taught the rollout of new features to other departments every yearly major release


Project Technologies
VM Ware, Test Track Pro

Job Description
Quality Assurance Specialist – (MediNotes) November 2006 – October 2008

Accomplishments
Used SQL on a regular basis to recover passwords and reset deleted values in the database
Comprehensive hardware and software interface testing to ensure compatibility (specifically scanners)
Test server set up and administration
Documented software bugs and drive towards defect resolution in easy to follow steps
Helped develop processes to increase productivity and reach goals of 97% issues found internally
Held weekly meetings w/ the development group to forge close relationship


Project Technologies
VM Ware, Test Track Pro, Compuware Test Partner, Compuware Test Center


Job Description
Technical Support Specialist lvl II– (MediNotes) December 2003 – November 2006

Accomplishments
*Assist end-users to resolve 100% of issues and turn around client
profitability
*Setup and installed electronic health record program with
related interfaces to PM software, scanners, and fax machines
*Help train new
support technicians to get up to speed inside of 1 week
*Execute ideas
contributed meetings and follow through on projects on a regular
basis
*Install & setup computers for new Support Techs and other
employees (install OS, configure programs, make sure it adheres to Network
protocols)

Project Technologies
Keystone tracking system, UltraVNC, Remote Desktop
Windows Operating Systems (Windows XP, Windows 2000)



Wells Fargo – Des Moines, IA September 2003 – December 2003
Job Description
Pricing Analyst

Accomplishments
*Register and lock home mortgage loans
*Resolve all broker concerns & problems
*Extend loans, cancel loans, Return to float status & re-lock loans
*Provide outstanding customer service

Project Technologies
Wells Fargo proprietary pricing program
Windows Operating Systems (Windows XP, Windows 2000)

Education
B.A. Management Information Systems, University of Northern Iowa, Cedar Falls, IA

Certifications
Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist (MCTS) - Microsoft Windows Vista: Configuration
Microsoft Certified IT Professional (MCITP) - Enterprise Support Technician
Microsoft Certified Desktop Support Technician (MCDST) - Windows