Kristi Birk
Summary
- A highly skilled professional with 6 years of experience specializing in SharePoint and Power Platform environments.
- Specializes in SharePoint migrations, transitioning from on-premises to online, updating tools like SP Designer to Power Automate, and modernizing from InfoPath to Power Apps.
- Skilled in developing custom web parts and extensions using SPFx for both on-premises and online scenarios.
- Expertise in crafting sophisticated model-driven and canvas apps in Power Apps, enabling customized solutions tailored to business needs.
- Excel in automating complex workflows and processes using Power Automate, streamlining operations and improving efficiency.
- Adept at creating insightful and interactive dashboards with Power BI, providing valuable data visualizations and analytics for informed decision-making.
- Familiar with beginner/small-scale projects such as Power Virtual Agent and Power Pages, as well as Dynamics 365 and Data verse. Proficiency in PowerShell, and languages like HTML, CSS, JavaScript, .NET, and C#.
- Strong understanding of security implementation, including encryption, authentication, DLP, and RBAC.
- Collaborative approach working closely with stakeholders, cross-functional teams, and clients, often in customer-facing roles.
- Experienced in agile methodologies, particularly Scrum, and proficient in using Jira for project management.
- Exposure to various data sources including CSV, Excel, SQL databases, and SharePoint lists.
- Ability to integrate across the Microsoft ecosystem and manage environments effectively.
- Comprehensive understanding of list, views, and libraries management within SharePoint.
- Engaged in all stages of the Software Development Life Cycle, from requirements gathering to post-production support.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Power Platform Developer
U.S. Bank
02.2023 - Current
- Demonstrated expertise in creating both model-driven and canvas apps with Power Apps, effectively addressing specific business needs and improving user engagement
- Seamlessly automated workflows and business processes using Power Automate, enhancing efficiency and accuracy in daily operations
- Designed impactful dashboards and visualizations with Power BI, prosviding valuable insights and supporting data-driven deciion-making
- Acquired introductory experience with Power Virtual Agents and Power Pages
- Leveraged knowledge of Dynamics 365, APIs, and Dataverse for smooth integration
- Applied web development languages (HTML, CSS, JavaScript) adeptly for customization tasks
- Managed diverse data sources effectively to ensure comprehensive integration
- Exposure to implementing robust security measures such as encryption, authentication, data loss prevention (DLP), and role-based access control (RBAC) across Power Platform solutions
- Efficiently managed environments within the Power Platform ecosystem
- Tailored custom solutions to effectively address specific business needs
- Automated complex business logic and workflows to streamline tasks
- Developed custom connectors and integrations to facilitate data exchange
- Collaborated closely with stakeholders to gather project requirements and ensure timely delivery.
SharePoint/Power Platform Developer
Lockheed Martin
05.2020 - 01.2023
- Proficiently managed SharePoint migrations from on-premises to online environments, adeptly transitioning from SharePoint Designer to Power Automate and InfoPath to Power Apps
- Skilled in developing custom web parts, extensions, and solutions using SPFx and leveraging out-of-the-box features for enhanced functionality
- Experienced in administering both on-premises and online SharePoint environments, including customization of lists, views, and libraries
- Skilled in crafting tailored Power Apps solutions to automate business processes and optimize user efficiency
- Proficient in integrating Power Apps with SharePoint, Dynamics 365, and other systems to streamline operations
- Capable of designing and implementing Power Automate workflows for approval processes, notifications, and data synchronization
- Demonstrates strong analytical skills in creating intricate Power BI dashboards and reports for comprehensive data analysis
- Exhibits a proven track record in conducting thorough requirements gathering, system analysis, and delivering customized Power Platform solutions
- Demonstrates expertise in PowerShell scripting for efficient SharePoint administration tasks
- Possesses a robust background in Dynamics 365, with a focus on seamless API integration and Dataverse utilization
- Proficiently utilizes frontend development languages such as HTML, CSS, and JavaScript to create engaging user experiences
- Extensively experienced in handling diverse data sources, including CSV, Excel, SQL databases, and SharePoint lists
- Exhibits expertise in implementing comprehensive security measures including encryption, authentication, DLP, and RBAC
- Demonstrates excellent collaboration skills, effectively engaging with stakeholders and cross-functional teams in customer-facing roles
- Dedicated to upholding data governance policies, implementing data validation rules, and ensuring data integrity within Power Apps environments.
SharePoint/Power Platform Developer
Textron
02.2018 - 04.2020
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to design and implement SharePoint solutions that addressed document management, team collaboration, and search functionalities
- Managed SharePoint site collections, libraries, and permissions with precision to maintain data integrity and effectively control access
- Developed SharePoint workflows and forms using SharePoint Designer and InfoPath to streamline business processes and improve operational efficiency
- Directed smooth migrations from on-premises to SharePoint Online environments, ensuring seamless transitions and maintaining data integrity throughout the process
- Customized SharePoint web parts and solutions, including specialized web parts and extensions created with SPFx, to meet specific business needs and enhance user experience
- Delivered frontline support and extensive training to end-users, promptly resolving technical issues and helping users maximize their use of SharePoint solutions
- Worked closely with UX/UI designers to create visually appealing and user-friendly SharePoint sites, improving user engagement and satisfaction
- Performed routine maintenance on SharePoint, including applying updates, patches, and optimizing performance to ensure platform stability and efficiency
- Showcased expertise in transitioning from on-premises environments to online platforms, moving from SharePoint Designer to Power Automate, and upgrading from InfoPath to Power Apps
- Created custom web parts and extensions with SPFx to address specific business requirements, applicable to both on-premises and online environments
- Gained experience in Dynamics 365, API integration, Dataverse, and managing environments within the Microsoft ecosystem
- Utilized web development languages like HTML, CSS, and JavaScript, while leveraging diverse data sources and implementing robust security measures such as encryption, authentication, DLP, and RBAC.
Education
Bachelors in computer -
Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering Technology
ADDIS ABABA UNIVERSITY
09.2017
Skills
- SharePoint: 2010, 2013, 2016, 2019, SharePoint Online, SharePoint Designer, InfoPath, Power Apps, Power Automate (Flow), SharePoint Framework (SPFx), SharePoint Workflows, SharePoint Lists/Libraries, Content Types, Permissions
- Power Platform: Power Apps (Model-driven and Canvas apps), Power Automate (Flow), Power BI, Power Virtual Agents
- Microsoft Tools: Visual Studio/Visual Code, Microsoft Teams, Yammer, MS Office, Azure DevOps - Database: Microsoft SQL Server
- Web Development:HTML, CSS, JavaScript - Programming Languages: C#, NET Framework, C
- Administrative Tool: PowerShell - Development Methodologies: Agile
- Microsoft 365: Microsoft Teams, Dynamics 365 - Version Control: Git, Azure DevOps
Skillsummary
SharePoint Online, SharePoint 2019/2016/2013, SharePoint Designer, SharePoint Framework (SPFx), SharePoint Workflows, SharePoint Lists/Libraries, Content Types, Permissions, Power Apps, Power Automate (Flow), Power BI, Power Virtual Agents, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, TypeScript, C#, .NET Framework, Microsoft Teams, Dynamics 365, SQL Server, Git, Azure DevOps, Agile
Timeline
Power Platform Developer
U.S. Bank
02.2023 - Current
SharePoint/Power Platform Developer
Lockheed Martin
05.2020 - 01.2023
SharePoint/Power Platform Developer
Textron
02.2018 - 04.2020
Bachelors in computer -
Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering Technology
ADDIS ABABA UNIVERSITY
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