Aaron B. Chancey

 

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

Aaron is a determined Software Craftsman Apprentice who is prepared to expand his technical skills. Aaron provides solutions through resourcefulness, logic, analytical reasoning, and unique thinking. He thrives in a team environment and enjoys being challenged by those around him, as well as acting in a leadership role. He is proficient in automated testing using Ruby/Cucumber. He previously taught classes on SQL and databases at the Manifest Agile Bootcamps. He is looking to apply his skill set in a team based environment, where he can continue to grow. Aaron has extensive management experience revolving around teams of various sizes that he can utilize to ensure projects are completed in a timely manner. He is immediately available to interview and start his new career.

 

TECHNICAL CRITERIA

Languages: SQL, Java, JavaScript, Groovy, Ruby, HTML5, CSS3, ActionScript 3

Platforms:   Java EE, Grails, Ruby on Rails

Testing:  Cucumber, Watir, Page Object, JUnit, EasyMock

Methodologies:Agile, TDD, ATDD, Paired Programming, Design Patterns

Databases:   MySQL, Microsoft SQL Server, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, Oracle

Development Tools: Eclipse, IntelliJ IDEA, RubyMine, Subversion, Git, Maven, Jenkins, JQuery, Tomcat, Bootstrap

Multimedia Tools: Adobe Photoshop CS6, Adobe Audition CS6, Adobe Illustrator CS6, Adobe Flash CS6, Unity 5, Unreal Engine 4, UDK, ProTools 11

Operating Systems:  Linux, Windows 7, Windows 8.1, Windows 10, OS X

 

EXPERIENCE

Manifest Solutions         7/2014 – 10/2015

Instructor

      Manifest Solutions11/2014 – 6/2015

·   Teaches SQL utilizing MySQL and PostgreSQL at the Manifest Agility Bootcamps

·   Provides hands on experience with multiple types of database and assigns

Consultant

      Benchmark Landscaping7/2015 – 10/2015

·   Developed a contract management system with a small team using Grails

·   Developed a graduation status management system on my own using Grails

Nationwide Insurance       9/2014 – 7/2015

·   Laid groundwork for a comprehensive end to end testing framework for a Guidewire based web application with a Microsoft SQL Server database utilizing Ruby and Watir

·   Worked with team in a separate web automation testing effort

·   Partnered with business partners to help devise the most valuable strategy for their needs

·   Developed testing strategy surrounding Informatica interfacing with an Oracle database

·   Developed tools to help decrease the work being done to create the ground framework for web automation in Ruby

Manifest Agility Boot Camp      7/2014 – 9/2014

·   Queried real world databases utilizing PostgreSQL and MySQL honing data analysis skills.

·   Completed a comprehensive six-week training course in Agile development methodology, headed up by Chris Judd and taught by various local industry professionals.

·   Covered enterprise tools including Eclipse, Maven, Subversion, and Jenkins/Hudson

·   Continued development on a real-world product for resource management

·   Technologies used included: Spring, Spring Security, Struts2, Tiles, HTML, JavaScript, JQuery, CSS, and Cucumber/Ruby

·   Worked in an Agile environment, starting each day with a stand-up meeting, keeping big visuals to track progress, working with partners for paired programming, receiving weekly code reviews, ending iterations with retrospectives, and practicing strong Test-Driven Development (TDD)

·   Used Ruby to run Cucumber with Watir and Page Object for Acceptance Testing

Lovesac3/2014 - 7/2014

Operations Lead

·   Automated store level reporting using VBA and Excel macros

·   Drove team to sales levels far exceeding companywide goals in a sales, support and customer service role

·   Used Blender and SketchUp to create architecture models of room layouts for clients

Brookstone10/2012 - 4/2014

Second Assistant Manager

·   Drove store to record sales through managing a team of 8

·   Managed a seasonal kiosk driving well beyond company set goals

·   Managed store inventory and handled loss prevention

OfficeMax1/2011 - 10/2012

Store Operations Supervisor

·   Managed store operations, both front and back of house, including sales lead generation, inventory control and logistics

·   Lead technology training programs for staff

·   Established long term business contracts with local schools and businesses

Danger, Inc1/2007 - 2/2009

Community Manager

·   Moderation of official support forums and blogs

Requiem Software Labs6/2006 - 1/2009

QA Tester

·   Partnered as a tester on many mobile game projects on the Hiptop platform

 

EDUCATION & PROJECTS

Indiana University Purdue University Indianapolis

Bachelor of Science, Media Arts and Science (2014)

Focal Coursework:

·   Game Design

o   Developed multiple games in Unity 3D, UDK and Flash, including scripting and design

·   Audio Engineering

o   Recording, mixing and mastering utilizing ProTools, Logic and Adobe Audition

o   Courses focused on live recording, ADR, mixing, mastering and Foley work

·   3D Modeling

o   3D modeling and rigging in Maya and Blender

o   Work included preparation for animation as well as 3D printing