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JOSEPH B. BRADSHAW

700 W. Pleasant Valley Rd. #8
Oxnard, CA 93033
Home: (805) 488-9174
Mobile: (805) 231-8939
joe.bradshaw2000@gmail.com

Technology Summary
C++, C/C++, C, Java, VB.NET, C#.NET, C/Side, Visual Studio.NET, STL, Microsoft Dynamics NAV (formerly Navision), Web Services, JavaScript, UNIX, Korn Shell programming, batch scripting, HTML, XML, CSS, Rebol, .WAV and .BMP analysis, Web Page Scraping/Algorithmic Generation, EDI, PL/SQL, MS Access, DBMS ODBC Connectivity, TCP/IP, Former MCSE, Vim, AWK, FORTRAN, ObjectPal, Delphi 4.0, Campbell Scientific Instruments, Convoy/DM, X connectivity with Exceed, Continuus, StarTeam.

WORK EXPERIENCE

Mar 2009 to Sept 2009 Western Computer, Oxnard, CA Technical Support
Developed Microsoft Dynamics NAV (Navision) solutions.
  ·   Created asset reports for a customized Dynamics NAV system using Rental Management.
  ·   Edited reports, added data posting from purchases to G/L, created user-friendly forms for customers.
  ·   Fixed bugs and customized features in a Lanham EDI system using 850, 855, 860 and 865 documents.
  ·   Created a 211 EDI document along with test mappings for use with Lanham EDI.
  ·   Enhanced XML document exports used as part of an automatic web store creation system.
  ·   Added Excel exporting capability to various reports and solved problems with Office automation files.
  ·   Solved Dynamics NAV technical support issues with the aid of experienced NAV professionals.

Dec 2005 to Feb 2009 Business Systems Solutions, Camarillo, CA Solution Developer
Developed Microsoft Dynamics NAV (Navision) solutions.
  ·   Maintained and developed parts of a one-click drop-shipment application that used EDI 860 and 850 documents.
  ·   Wrote dataports, setup database and, performed go-live, initial training for a 5.0 installation.
  ·   Wrote system setup, data import reports and dataports that created historical information with balanced ledgers.
  ·   Created custom .NET libraries for NAV including one that accessed a web service.
  ·   Transferred data from Abra and a homegrown system to Navision.
  ·   Setup a payroll system including controls with custom method steps.
  ·   Integrated tracking numbers from DHL shipping software with NAV.
  ·   Installed and configured the Business Notifications feature on NAV 5.0.
  ·   Added functionality to forms and reports with direction from an experienced Navision expert.

May 2004 to Aug 2005 Davis Research LLC., Calabasas, CA Operations Support Technician
Developed software and solved technology problems at a small market research company.
  ·   Developed voice sensitive software for a research study that detected subject response time to the 10s of milliseconds.
  ·   Developed C# application to automate employee productivity tracking and scheduling.
  ·   Developed and deployed VB application for phone call recording that used ADO to connect to Access.
  ·   Modified ASP.NET website and Web Service to integrate with applications and eliminate a fax based system.
  ·   Set up Linux server for Subversion, a high quality, SSH-based, CVS-like version control application.
  ·   Wrote Bash scripts and Perl programs for administrative purposes on Linux servers.
  ·   Backed up computers with ArcserveIT and batch scripts.
  ·   Configured a Centerpoint TalkSwitch 24 to save hundreds of dollars spent on phone lines for car clinics.
  ·   Troubleshooting of HP MPE connectivity with WYSE terminals and WRQ Reflection.
  ·   Troubleshooting of Fujitsu handheld 500s and 2300s including In2quest connectivity.

Feb 2004 to Aug 2005 Cal. Lutheran Univ., Thousand Oaks, CA Graduate Assistant
Graded papers, answered student questions and, Configured Oracle 10g server.
  ·   Investigated stock market time series prediction with neural networks and MATLAB.
  ·   Graded Access and Oracle database homework, proctored exam and answered student database questions.
  ·   Lectured on database normalization, IDEF1X diagrams and, Oracle utilities using my own teaching aids.
  ·   Wrote Oracle PL/SQL including triggers to teach class about SQL and practical normalization.

Aug 2003 to Apr 2004Cal. Lutheran Univ., Thousand Oaks, CASupport Technician
Solved hardware and software problems at a small university.
  ·   Installed and fixed various types of hardware and software for PC users.
  ·   Setup network connections and printers for Mac users.
  ·   Answered phone at the help desk for over 1000 students and faculty.
  ·   Multicasted Ghost images for rapid system deployment, including data transfer from old systems.
  ·   Followed inventory, dorm install and, software licensing procedures.
  ·   Troubleshooting of hardware driver problems, viruses, spyware and software error messages.
  ·   Eudora troubleshooting including account setup, malfunctioning attachments and unsent mail.

Sept 1997 to Mar 2002Sybase Inc., Dublin, CA
Software Engineer2001 to 2002 - Sybase acquired New Era of Networks
Advanced from LAN administration to software development in EAI software producing companies
  ·   Developed Adapter for Flat Files v3.9 using C++, including I18N efforts.
  ·   Prepared for Java and WebSphere development.
  ·   Developed Adapter for Flat Files GUI prototype using HTML and JavaScript.
  ·   Wrote test utility against MQSeries API using C++ to test MQMD header support.
  ·   Received Friend of QE Award.
  C++, Java, WebSphere, Win2000/NT 4.0, Unix, EAI
Software Engineer IIAug. '99 to Mar. '01 - 2 yrs for New Era of Networks Inc. before Sybase Purchase
  ·   Project Lead for Adapter for Flat Files v3.1 from inception to delivery.
  ·   Lead team of two other engineers in C++ BuySite Adapter refurbishing project.
  ·   Presented Adapter for Oracle Applications at TechFest and Flat Files Adapter at New Era of Networks
      TechWave conference.
  ·   Created Commerce One/Oracle Accelerator using e-Biz Integrator 2.1 and MQ Series 5.1.
  ·   Installed and configured various databases, integration brokers and middleware for QA, including test
      versions of Commerce One and Oracle Financials 11i.
  ·   Responsible for demonstrations of company software to two customers and one vendor.
  ·   Tested with DB2 database on AS/400.
  ·   Duplicated customer problems with HP-UX version of Adapter for Oracle Applications.
  ·   Used adapters for JD Edwards, SAP, Oracle Applications and Commerce One.
  ·   Used formal methodology for C++ software development to enhance coordination between other groups
      in efforts to deliver software on Windows NT and three UNIX platforms.
  ·   Received Pacheco Star Employee Award.
Systems EngineerSept. '97 to Aug. '99 - 2 yrs for Convoy, before purchased by New Era of Networks
  ·   Supported WinNT LAN and answered help-desk questions for employees of EAI software producer
      including questions about company software.
  ·   Promoted to Delphi Object Pascal R&D group.
  ·   Played an essential role in Vantive, Citrix MetaFrame, Exchange Server and 10.X network
      implementations.
  ·   Created installs using Delphi and the Wise Installer.
  ·   Configured ODBC Drivers for various databases to run SQR programs and issue SQL queries.
  ·   Administered the LAN.
  ·   Showed commitment and made a difference during user conferences and training sessions.
  ·   Received coveted Most Valuable Employee Award.

May 1995 to Nov 1996Augustyn & Company, Berkeley, CAAssistant Engineer
Aided Consulting Engineers with projects including instrument calibrations.
  ·   Calibrated pyranometers and pyrheliometers with aid from Campbell Scientific Microloggers.
  ·   Set up microloggers, 24 port sampling unit and adjusted pyrheliometer alignment.
  ·   Wrote calibration program using ObjectPal code with Paradox.
  ·   Analyzed data according to solar energy industry standards with Paradox, Axum and AWK,
      often using ObjectPal code with Paradox.

Aug 1994 to Dec 1994Berkeley Laboratories, Berkeley, CALaboratory Assistant
Worked under the instruction of Professor Cairns, professor in the College of Chemistry at U.C. Berkeley.
  ·   Independently measured the conductivities of electrolytes, slated for use in electric vehicles, at low
  ·   temperatures.
  ·   Showed how data correlation compared with theory.

Education & Training
Bachelor of Science Chemical Engineering, University of California at Berkeley, 1995
Passed Navision C/SIDE I & II, Financials Exams, Java Certified Programmer for the Java 2 Platform 1.4, former MCSE, Engineer in Training.

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