James Forde
Summary
Over thirty years working in the IP space. Implemented an IP stack including TCP, UDP, SCTP, ICMPv4.
I have worked in IP architecture, IP product specification, IP software development, IP system test, and support at the customer's site.
I am willing to work in development, product specification or system test, wherever I am needed.
Extensive knowledge of complete IPv4 and IPv6 suites.
Overview
43
43
years of professional experience
Work History
Engineer, Distinguished Discipline
Commscope
01.2005 - Current
- Coded and tested DHCPv4, DHCPv6, TFTP, ARP, IPv6 Neighbor Discovery
- Trained and mentored competent engineers to meet project needs and promote positive work environment.
- Provide meticulous detail when reviewing test plans
- Provide meticulous detail when reviewing product requirements documents
- Developed positive working relationships with all colleagues to effectively coordinate work activities.
Member of Technical Staff
AT&T/Lucent
03.1981 - 01.2005
- Investigated system issues and implemented resolutions to reduce downtime.
- Assessed business requirements to create focused solutions.
- Maintained authoritative knowledge through continued education and ongoing training.
- Improved systems with addition of new features and infrastructure.
Education
Master of Science - Computer And Information Sciences
DePaul University
Chicago, IL06.2009
Skills
- Expert in all things IP - both IPv4 and IPv6
- Expert in the IP Socket API
- Expert in IP architecture
- Expert in IP debugging
- Extensive knowledge of DHCPv4, DHCPv6, TFTP, SNMP, ARP, IPv6 Neighbor Discovery, ICMPv4, TCP, UDP, SCTP and ICMPv6
- Expert in IPv4 and IPv6 routing
- Extremely thorough when reviewing product requirements
- Extremely thorough in test plan reviews
- Always interested in learning new subject matter
- Very familiar with the Linus IP stack
Biking and reading
I enjoy reading technical and Christian spiritual books. I bike as a mode of transportation and enjoy road biking trips such as from Miami to Key West.
Timeline
Engineer, Distinguished Discipline
Commscope
01.2005 - Current
Member of Technical Staff
AT&T/Lucent
03.1981 - 01.2005
Master of Science - Computer And Information Sciences
DePaul University
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