Bryan D. Forester

215 S Maple St. SE APT 203 Caledonia, MI 49316

616.528.2114

bdforester@hotmail.com

Summary

I am a skilled developer with nearly 5 years of professional experience and over 8 years of independent development experience seeking a position as a software engineer.  I’ve spent a year developing real time, performance critical applications in the Games Industry.  My professional experience encompasses mobile, web and desktop development.  Most of my software development experience is in C++ and C#, but I have professionally worked in many languages. 

I tend to look at the big picture when it comes to development and enjoy applying my technical knowledge to other disciplines.  I’m able to easily interact across disciplines to create plans, critically examine designs, and break general concepts into specific tasks. I am looking for an exceptional company to help to create software and contribute across disciplines. My immediate goal is to take a role as a software engineer and later merge my leadership training and technical knowledge into a senior development or product management role.

Computer skills

Languages/Scripts

·      Proficient: C#, C++, SQL

·      Familiar: Java, JavaScript, LUA, Perl, PHP, VB.Net

Software

·      Databases: Mongo, MySQL, SQL Server, PostgreSQL

·      Platforms: Microsoft Windows, Mac, Linux/Unix, Mobile

·      Tools:  Git, Mercurial, Perforce, Pivotal Tracker, SVN, TFS, xUnit

Frameworks/Engines

·      Proficient: .NET, MVC, Spacetime Engine (proprietary), Unity3D

Design/Management

·      Proficient: Confluence, Design Documents, JIRA, Microsoft Project, Microsoft Visio, Technical Documentation

Recent Personal Projects

Star Wars Simulation

·      Project to create a simulation of the Star Wars: Force and Destiny pen and paper RPG.

·      Using C# and .Net Core for library code to use across platforms.

·      Using MongoDB for data source.

·      Using C# and .Net Core + WebApi + Angular 2 + TypeScript to create Data Editor Front-End.

·      Using Docker for infrastructure deployment.

·      Using C# + Unity3D for 3D visualization of simulation.

·      Using Trello for project management.

·      Using Git for code repository.

Experience

Software Developer

Feb 2016 – Present

Terryberry – Grand Rapids, MI

·      Worked on Give-A-Wow, a social network for employee recognition

·      Championed TDD, Scrum, and Agile changes.

·      Led test project using Unity3D for dynamically generated web content.

·      Used C# and MVC and WebAPI.

·      Used MongoDB for primary storage and MySQL and SQL Server.

·      Used Angular for some projects.

·      Conducted code reviews.

·      Mentored supervisor in Scrum and Agile.

·      Brought optimization and scalability knowledge to development team.

·      Championed formalization of project standards.

Agile, AngularJS, C#, Confluence, Mongo, MVC, Resharper, SSRS, JIRA, WebAPI, xUnit, VS2015

Software Journeyman

Nov 2014 – Feb 2016

Pillar Technology – Grand Rapids, MI

·      Fully Agile shop.

·      Used TDD for all projects and BDD for some projects.

·      Used Paired programming for nearly all projects.

·      Developed Enterprise Level Java web application for Gordon Food Services.

·      Developed C# Web API for Home Instead.

·      Updated legacy PHP application to be a PHP web service with AngularJS front end for Cengage.

·      Developed in-tractor C++ application for John Deere’s Intelligent Solutions Group.

·      Developed C# Web API and AngularJS Web Application for The American Consumer Satisfaction Index

·      Performed consulting duties

·      Championed optimized code and integration of techniques learned in the games industry.

·      Championed formalization of project standards.

Agile, AngularJS, BDD, C++, C#, Confluence, Git, Java, JIRA, NUnit, PHP, TDD, XP, xUnit, VS 2015

Game Programmer

Aug 2013 - Nov 2014

Spacetime Studios – Austin, TX

·      Developed new features, expansions, updates, and fixes for live MMOs and MMORPGs

·      Worked on Client and Server gameplay code for multiple game projects.

·      Worked on Gameplay, UI, AI, and network features for all games.

·      Worked on web and desktop tools development and enhancement to support design, art, marketing, quality assurance, and customer service departments.

·      Managed server publishing for live products to Amazon Web Services.

·      Modernized C++ code to use new C++11 optimization features

·      Created design and technical documents for new gameplay features.

·      Proposed and drafted system to turn quantitative player and session metrics data into qualitative behavior data for UX, Marketing, and Design consumption.

·      Redesigned internal customer service web tools.

·      Championed the creation of web services and creation of a web team.

·      Responsible for conducting technical interviews of Web and Data Analyst candidates.

·      Shipped titles with major contributions:

o Arcane Legends – Recurring Event System, Memberships, Expansion Features

o Battle Command – From Development to Launch, Expansion Features, Memberships

o Battle Dragons – Unit behaviors

Android, C++, C++11, Confluence, iOS, JIRA, NACL, Perl, PostgreSQL, VS 2010, VS 2013, XCode

Contractor – Web Developer

May 2013 – Jul 2013

Global Forex Trading – Grand Rapids, MI

·      Developed additional features for massive n-tier web application.

·      Maintained legacy ASP Classic application

·      Developed additional features for large internal application.

·      Worked with cross-disciplinary teams (marketing, design, trade) to complete projects.

ASP.Net, ASP Classic, C#, JIRA, Mercurial

Contractor – Software Developer

Dec 2012 – Apr 2013

Amway – Ada, MI

·      Developed solution to implement full application translation via SQL Server DB

·      Updated legacy VB6 application to support Chinese language using .NET interop controls

·      Contributed to design specifications for new features and redesigned old codebase

·      Wrote automation tools to update VB6 forms using C# to reduce workload

C#, SQL Server 2008, VB6, VB.Net

Contractor – Senior Software Developer

Jun 2012 – Oct 2012

Spectrum Health – Grand Rapids, MI

·      Developed fixes for existing customer facing Android application (MySpectrum) using Java

·      Developed additional features for internal HR web application using MVC3 and C#

·      Participated in full lifecycle development of new internal security web project using C# and MVC3

Android Platform, ASP.Net, C#, Entity Framework, Java, jQuery, MVC3

.NET Web Developer

Dec 2011 – Feb 2012

Springthrough – Grand Rapids, MI

·      Developed for multiple existing projects using C#, ASP.NET, MVC3 and Entity Framework

·      Met with clients to determine needs on large scale project (Kent ISD)

·      Supported continued incremental development of field tested project.

·      Managed time and resources to fulfill obligations to several simultaneous projects.

·      Worked with graphic designers to implement design as web applications.

ASP.Net, C#, Entity Framework, jQuery, MVC3

Contractor – Consultant

Sep 2011 – Sep 2012

General Motors – Lansing, MI

·      Worked solo with client to assess issues and create solution to meet a strict timeframe

·      Performed troubleshooting on legacy PocketPC applications in C#

·      Updated PocketPC application for compatibility and coding standards

·      Assisted contact with installation and delivery of solution.

C#, PocketPC, Windows Mobile 6.1

Realtor

Jul 2011 – May 2013

Prudential Preferred, REALTORS – Grand Rapids, MI

·      Worked with clients to assess needs and meet their goals.

·      Established and executed marketing plans.

·      Developed software tools to enhance business.

C#

Contractor – Software Design Engineer

Feb 2011 – Jul 2011

Eaton – Galesburg, MI

·      Worked on new features and bug fixes for public facing windows forms application in VB.Net.

·      Used SAE protocols J1939 and J1587 to communicate with commercial trucks.

·      Designed and executed code and bench tests.

·      Worked with stakeholders and engineers to coordinate requirement fulfillment.

DI, SAE J1598, SAE J1939, TFS, VB.Net, Windows Forms

Contractor – Web Operations

Aug 2010 – Dec 2010

Amway– Ada, MI

·      Supported massive website’s infrastructure (amway.com)

·      Responsible for executing and troubleshooting web site deployment to multiple environments.

·      Developed automation scripts using Windows Powershell 2.0

·      Upgraded Windows Powershell 1 scripts to a library of Powershell 2.0 modules.

·      Collaborated with multiple teams to execute deployments of code and content to multiple environments

·      Developed C# tool to manage load balancing schemes

·      Created and maintained virtual development sandbox workspaces.

C#, TFS, Powershell 2.0, Windows Server 2008

Software Developer

Jun 2010 – Present

Chronovore Development – Kentwood, MI

·      Operated freelance development company

·      Developed web applications using PHP, C#, ASP.NET, MySQL and custom content management systems.

·      Developed customized workflow based on agile methods.

·      Met with clients face to face to establish requirements and translate user requirements to features and tasks.

·      Developed web game using PHP and Smarty.

·      Developed multi-platform game using C# and Unity3D. 

AJAX, ASP.NET, C#, JavaScript, MySQL, PHP, Pivotal Tracker, RSS, SQL, Unity3D

Web Application Developer

Feb2010 -Jun 2010

Ganuch, Inc – Tyrone, GA

·      Developed modules and features for FAAST web application for U.S. Department of the Army using AJAX, ASP Classic, JavaScript, CSS, and MySQL

·      Updated obsolete ASP Classic and Visual FoxPro code

·      Promoted object oriented development and code re-use

·      Worked collaboratively and independently on large software system having thousands of users.

AJAX, ASP Classic, Dreamweaver, JavaScript, MySQL, SQL, SVN, Visual FoxPro, VBScript

Software Developer / Information Analyst

Aug 2009 - Feb 2010

LEPService - Covington, GA

·      Developed windows forms projects both independently and collaboratively using C#, Cold Fusion, SQL Server, VB.NET, VBScript, and Windows Mobile

·      Developed several C# and VB.NET libraries for use by other developers

·      Assisted in the standardization of test and requirements gathering

·      Optimized and automated information QA processes using C# and SQL Server

·      Lead project to develop call center application using VB.NET

·      Created and implemented standards based technical training program

·      Created companywide personnel re-organization plan

·      Promoted Test-Driven Development

.NET CF, ASP.NET, C#, Cold Fusion, SQL Server, Pivotal Tracker, VSS, VB.NET, Windows Mobile

Signal Officer

Aug 2004 – Apr 2011

U.S. Army National Guard

·      Responsible for management, training, and readiness of 90 soldiers

·      Accountable for over $2 million of Equipment

·      Setup and maintenance of tactical high-speed data networks

·      Implemented standards based physical fitness training program and achieved 98% unit pass rate.

Cisco VOIP, Cisco Routers

Network Administrator/Software Developer

Aug 2002 – Feb 2003

DTA Enterprises - Jenison, MI

·      Planned and developed PalDraw using VB6 and DirectX

·      Tested and developed Automated Machine Systems’ Inventory and Quote system using VB6 and Access

·      Administered small one-site Microsoft Windows network

Access, DirectX, VB6, VBScript

Education

DeVry University

Mar 2013 – Present

Online

·      Currently on Leave of Absence

·      Pursuing B.S. Game and Simulation Programming

·      3.8 GPA

Georgia Military College

Sep 2006 – May 2008

Milledgeville, GA

·      A.S., General Studies

·      3.7 GPA

·      Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society – Vice President

·      ROTC – Cadet Captain – Chaplain, Public Affairs Officer, Supply Officer

US Army Signal School

Feb 2005 – Aug 2005

Fort Gordon, GA

·      Networks Switching Systems Operator/Maintainer

·      Active Secret Security Clearance

·      US Army MOS 25-F Qualified