Peter Metz
Charlotte,NC
Summary
Dynamic full-stack and WordPress developer dedicated to empowering clients to elevate their businesses through innovative digital solutions. Expertise spans front-end and back-end development, ensuring seamless user experiences and robust functionality. Proven ability to translate complex requirements into effective strategies that drive growth and engagement. Committed to staying ahead of industry trends to deliver cutting-edge results that meet diverse client needs.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
WordPress specialist
SkipTheDrive.com
09.2015 - Current
- Working with clients to assist in WordPress development, including technical SEO, performance optimization, e-commerce (WooCommerce), custom coding and more.
Owner
Skip The Drive LLC
09.2012 - Current
- Responsible for deployment of WordPress based website, along with the marketing, testing, and end-user support.
- Www.SkipTheDrive.com – A job site dedicated to job seekers searching for remote opportunities.
Quality Assurance Specialist
Gene Codes Forensics, Inc.
Ann Arbor, MI, USA
01.2004 - 08.2012
- Write test scripts/cases for DNA identification software M-FISys (Mass Fatality Identification System), which was used for the September 11, 2001 World Trade Center disaster.
- Responsible for testing application from both GUI level and backend using SQL Server.
- Create scripts as needed to patch corrupted databases.
- Develop functionality per customer agreement.
- Interact daily with development team to measure software cycle progress.
- Document technical data for internal and external use.
- Gene Codes develops cutting-edge widely used software products for DNA sequence analysis.
Network Support/Installation Specialist
Front Range Internet, Inc.
Fort Collins, CO, USA
01.2003 - 01.2004
- Configured DSL and dial–up modems.
- Performed troubleshooting procedures for network related problems.
- Responsible for POP and SMTP mail configuration.
- FRII is one of the largest privately-held, locally-owned, Internet service providers in Colorado.
QADirector/QARun Specialist, Technical Support, Help Desk Analyst
Compuware Corporation
Southfield, MI, USA
01.1998 - 01.2002
- Assisted clients using QADirector and QARun, and writing/executing test scripts on various applications.
- Planned test cases according to company needs.
- Compuware is an industry leader in enterprise software and IT services.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Computer Science
Eastern Michigan University
04-2003
Skills
- HTML
- JavaScript
- SQL
- PHP
- CSS
- WordPress
- Ahrefs
- Screaming Frog Spider
- Google Search Console
- Google Analytics
- SQL Server
- MySQL
Certification
Certified Software Test Professional (CSTP), International Institute for Software Testing, 2006-04-01
Software Knowledge
HTML, JavaScript, SQL, PHP, CSS, WordPress, Shopify, OpenCart, Ahrefs, Screaming Frog Spider, Google Webmaster Tools, Google Analytics, SEOProfiler, SQL Server, MySQL
Specialized Training
- Compuware Client/Server and Web-Development, 2000-03-01 to 2000-06-01, Development of website using Active Server Pages(ASP), Vbscript, SQL, and JavaScript.
- Compuware Professional Development Program, 1999-01-01 to 1999-04-01, Specialized course in mainframe environment. Development and unit testing of various programs including COBOL, COBOL/CICS and COBOL II/DB2.
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
WordPress specialist
SkipTheDrive.com
09.2015 - Current
Owner
Skip The Drive LLC
09.2012 - Current
Quality Assurance Specialist
Gene Codes Forensics, Inc.
01.2004 - 08.2012
Network Support/Installation Specialist
Front Range Internet, Inc.
01.2003 - 01.2004
QADirector/QARun Specialist, Technical Support, Help Desk Analyst
Compuware Corporation
01.1998 - 01.2002
Bachelor of Science - Computer Science
Eastern Michigan University