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Nate Zapotocky

Nate Zapotocky

Web Developer
The Woodlands,TX

Summary

Full-Stack Microsoft .NET Web Developer with 18 years experience. Logical and results-driven team member. Dedicated to building and optimizing user-focused websites for customers with various business objectives. Common-sense simple creative strategy applied when crafting effective websites and apps. Technically proficient and analytical problem solver with calm and focused demeanor.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Web Developer/Software Programmer

NPact Inc.
06.2016 - Current
  • Brought on to migrate and improve an existing windows application to a web application. The application is for managing grants and all things associated with them. It is quite specialized and complex. Work with grants, funds, scholarships etc, generate correspondence documents from templates, mange custom queries, manage website features in admin section. It does too much to describe here. 1
  • The new web application was designed to go along with third party suite of applications by Blackbaud. The new application utilized their framework called SKY UX which was built around angularjs and bootstrap and other third party tools. The application also ties in with many of their web services allowing clients to have an integrated experience and not have to go back and forth between applications.
  • Enhanced user experience by implementing responsive web design and optimizing website performance.
  • Streamlined website maintenance tasks for increased efficiency and improved site functionality.
  • Developed custom web applications, resulting in tailored solutions for client needs.
  • Implemented accessibility features to ensure compliance with ADA guidelines and improve user experience for all visitors.
  • Integrated third-party APIs to enhance website functionality and provide additional services to users.
  • Conducted usability testing and incorporated feedback for continuous improvement of user interfaces.
  • Resolved technical issues promptly, ensuring minimal disruption to website performance and user satisfaction.
  • Provided front-end development support, creating visually appealing designs that aligned with brand standards.
  • Established version control processes to facilitate collaborative development efforts among team members.
  • Assisted in the creation of detailed project specifications, outlining key requirements for successful implementation of client objectives.
  • Developed secure authentication systems that protected sensitive user data while providing seamless login experiences.
  • Ensured cross-browser compatibility by utilizing progressive enhancement techniques that allowed for optimal display on a wide range of devices.
  • Enhanced software functionality by identifying and resolving complex coding issues.
  • Streamlined code optimization for increased efficiency and reduced processing time.
  • Reduced system errors and improved reliability through rigorous debugging processes.
  • Developed innovative algorithms to optimize data processing and improve overall system performance.
  • Mentored junior programmers, enhancing their skill sets and fostering professional growth within the team.
  • Consistently met project deadlines by effectively managing priorities and maintaining a strong work ethic.
  • Improved communication between development teams through the implementation of agile methodologies and regular progress updates.
  • Contributed to the successful launch of multiple software products by ensuring seamless integration with existing systems.
  • Developed custom scripts to automate repetitive tasks, freeing up valuable time for other project priorities.

Programmer

First Service Credit Union
10.2014 - 04.2016
  • Responsible for Home Banking website, core reports, and scripts. Converted core system to new system while continuing to support old system. Supported staff requests throughout conversion. Managed other team members on large assignments.
  • Improved Home Banking website on a regular basis. Added new features to support company products and services. Optimized code and increased performance - average of 5x increase in performance.
  • Expanded and optimized library of core reposts, staff reports, tactics reports, annual reports, core scripts, nightly processes, and third-party data transfers (sending data from our core to a third-party such as FICS, credit card vendors, etc.) Improved performance of core scripts - average of 2x increase for core performance and 8x increase for staff reports.
  • Enhanced software functionality by identifying and resolving complex coding issues.
  • Streamlined code optimization for increased efficiency and reduced processing time.
  • Increased user satisfaction with application performance by conducting thorough analyses of end-user requirements.
  • Developed innovative algorithms to optimize data processing and improve overall system performance.
  • Mentored junior programmers, enhancing skill sets and fostering professional growth within the team.
  • Developed custom scripts to automate repetitive tasks, freeing up valuable time for other project priorities.
  • Performed code refactoring and optimization to improve performance.

Web Developer

MPactIT
07.2012 - 10.2014
  • Responsible for client-based websites and web app projects. Provided estimates and timelines. Provided task planning and monitoring of project phases and benchmarks.
  • Customized DotNetNuke CMS for larger custom sites and apps. Used ASP.NET and C#.NET for smaller projects. Increased performance of existing projects - up to 10x increase.
  • Most notable project was for the Houston Rodeo. Responsible for pulling data from the rodeo’s system, as well as other resources, and organizing the data. Data was used to display athlete bios, scores, videos, bracket, and minor Rodeo events and results, etc. It turned out very cool in the end.
  • Enhanced user experience by implementing responsive web design and optimizing website performance.
  • Streamlined website maintenance tasks for increased efficiency and improved site functionality.
  • Developed custom web applications, resulting in tailored solutions for client needs.
  • Integrated third-party APIs to enhance website functionality and provide additional services to users.
  • Assisted in the creation of detailed project specifications, outlining key requirements for successful implementation of client objectives.
  • Provided front-end development support, creating visually appealing designs that aligned with brand standards.
  • Designed engaging graphics and visual elements that contributed to a cohesive online presence across multiple platforms.
  • Engaged with clients to plan and optimize site issues and queries.
  • Oversaw technical issues and troubleshooting requests to resolve user problems.
  • Developed technical solutions required to accommodate specific user-facing assets
  • Determined coding requirements for specialized scripts.
  • Validated third-party code to comply with internal standards and technical requirements.

Web Developer

MarketCenter Technologies
07.2006 - 07.2012
  • Responsible for client-based web sites, eCommerce shopping carts, and web app projects. Managed team members on larger projects. Provided estimates. Provided task planning and monitoring of project phases and benchmarks.
  • Customized AbleCommerce or nopCommerce for custom eCommerce sites. Used ASP.NET and C#.NET for custom web apps or smaller projects. Increased performance of and maintained/improved existing projects.
  • Most notable clients included Man’s Best Friend, 11x17 office supplies, and MaxiLift (a large Dallas company that manufactures agricultural supplies.)
  • Enhanced user experience by implementing responsive web design and optimizing website performance.
  • Developed custom web applications, resulting in tailored solutions for client needs.
  • Integrated third-party APIs to enhance website functionality and provide additional services to users.
  • Resolved technical issues promptly, ensuring minimal disruption to website performance and user satisfaction.
  • Provided front-end development support, creating visually appealing designs that aligned with brand standards.
  • Established version control processes to facilitate collaborative development efforts among team members.
  • Assisted in the creation of detailed project specifications, outlining key requirements for successful implementation of client objectives.
  • Utilized industry best practices to build maintainable codebases that facilitated future updates or enhancements with minimal effort required from the development team.
  • Planned website development, converting mockups into usable web presence with HTML, JavaScript, AJAX, and JSON coding.
  • Engaged with clients to plan and optimize site issues and queries.
  • Collaborated with in-house web designers to create sleek and innovative UI design.
  • Completed full redesigns of existing websites to improve navigation, enhance visuals and strengthen search engine rankings.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Computer Science And Software Engineering

The University of Texas At Dallas
Richardson, TX
05.2006

Skills

  • Web Development Projects
  • Agile Workflow
  • Web Technologies: AngularJS, Jquery, Bootstrap
  • Full-Stack Development
  • Version Control Systems: Git, Github
  • Javascript Libraries and Frameworks
  • Database Development
  • Software Development Tools: JIRA, Confluence
  • NET Framework
  • Application Development

Timeline

Web Developer/Software Programmer

NPact Inc.
06.2016 - Current

Programmer

First Service Credit Union
10.2014 - 04.2016

Web Developer

MPactIT
07.2012 - 10.2014

Web Developer

MarketCenter Technologies
07.2006 - 07.2012

Bachelor of Science - Computer Science And Software Engineering

The University of Texas At Dallas

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