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Terry Sample EnterprisesPresident and CEO of Terry Sample Enterprises

Oct. 2020Keene, Texas, United States• Developed and executed the company’s strategic vision, setting long-term goals and ensuring alignment with the organization’s mission and values. • Managed overall operations, overseeing various departments to ensure efficient and effective execution of business strategies. • Led the executive team, providing direction and support to drive performance, foster collaboration, and achieve organizational objectives. • Implemented innovative business strategies that led to significant growth, market expansion, and increased profitability. • Cultivated and maintained strong relationships with stakeholders, including the board of directors, investors, and key partners. • Oversaw major business decisions and addressed complex challenges, ensuring the company’s resilience and adaptability in a competitive market. • Enhanced operational efficiency by streamlining processes, adopting new technologies, and optimizing resource allocation. • Promoted a positive corporate culture, emphasizing values such as integrity, excellence, and social responsibility within the organization. • Drove community engagement and corporate responsibility initiatives, aligning business practices with ethical standards and contributing positively to society. • Managed the company’s financial performance, including budgeting, forecasting, and resource management, to ensure long-term sustainability and growth.

AIM Solutions, Inc.Senior Software Engineer

Jun. 2015 - Oct. 2020Dallas/Fort Worth Area- Led the design and development of scalable software solutions, ensuring high performance and reliability across various platforms and environments. - Architected and implemented complex algorithms and data structures to address critical business challenges and improve system efficiency. - Collaborated with cross-functional teams, including product managers and designers, to gather requirements and deliver high-quality software products that meet user needs. - Mentored junior engineers, providing guidance on best practices, code reviews, and technical problem-solving to enhance team capabilities and code quality. - Conducted thorough code reviews and debugging sessions to identify and resolve issues, ensuring adherence to coding standards and improving overall system stability. - Developed and maintained comprehensive documentation, including design specifications, technical manuals, and user guides, to support ongoing development and future enhancements. - Implemented robust testing frameworks and automated testing procedures to validate software functionality and performance, minimizing the risk of defects and downtime. - Optimized software applications by analyzing performance metrics and making data-driven improvements to enhance speed, efficiency, and user experience. - Led technical discussions and decision-making processes, evaluating new technologies and methodologies to ensure the adoption of best practices and innovative solutions. - Managed project timelines and deliverables, coordinating with team members and stakeholders to ensure successful and timely completion of software development projects.

DealerSocketTechnical Lead

May. 2015 - Jun. 2015Fort Worth, TX• Directed and coordinated technical projects, ensuring alignment with business goals and successful delivery of software solutions on time and within scope. • Led a team of developers and engineers, providing mentorship and guidance on best practices, coding standards, and technical problem-solving. • Designed and implemented system architectures that supported scalability, reliability, and performance, meeting the evolving needs of the organization. • Collaborated with product managers, designers, and stakeholders to define project requirements, establish technical specifications, and deliver high-quality software. • Conducted code reviews and provided constructive feedback to improve code quality, maintainability, and adherence to industry standards. • Oversaw the integration of new technologies and tools, evaluating their impact on existing systems and ensuring smooth adoption within the development team. • Managed project timelines, tracked progress, and addressed any issues or roadblocks, ensuring that milestones were achieved and deliverables met expectations. • Developed and maintained technical documentation, including architecture diagrams, system designs, and implementation guides, to support ongoing development and knowledge sharing. • Implemented and enforced best practices for software development, including testing procedures, version control, and continuous integration and deployment. • Fostered a collaborative and innovative team environment, encouraging knowledge sharing, skill development, and a focus on achieving technical excellence.

Autostar Solutions, Inc.Technical Lead

Oct. 2013 - May. 2015Ft Worth, TX• Directed and coordinated technical projects, ensuring successful delivery by managing project scope, timelines, and resources effectively. • Led a team of software developers and engineers, providing technical mentorship, setting performance standards, and guiding professional development. • Designed and implemented robust system architectures, ensuring scalability, reliability, and performance to meet evolving project requirements. • Collaborated with product managers, designers, and stakeholders to translate business needs into technical requirements and deliver high-quality software solutions. • Conducted code reviews, provided constructive feedback, and enforced coding standards to maintain code quality and project consistency. • Oversaw the integration of new technologies and tools, assessing their impact and ensuring seamless incorporation into existing systems. • Managed project milestones, tracked progress, and proactively addressed challenges to keep projects on track and within budget. • Developed and maintained comprehensive technical documentation, including system designs, architecture diagrams, and implementation guides. • Established and promoted best practices for software development, including testing protocols, version control, and continuous integration. • Fostered a collaborative team environment, encouraging knowledge sharing, innovation, and a focus on achieving technical excellence and project goals.

Sample ConsultantsTechnical Consultant

Apr. 2013 - May. 2014Dallas/Fort Worth AreaMoving Client Management system to the cloud, updating from window forms to web client. The project is written in C#, Silverlight 5 using MVVM pattern, hosted in Azure using SQL Azure.

Autostar Solutions, Inc.Technical Consultant

Aug. 2013 - Oct. 2013Ft Worth, Texas• Provided expert advice and guidance on technical solutions, helping clients address complex challenges and achieve their business objectives. • Analyzed client requirements and business processes to develop tailored technology strategies and solutions that align with their goals. • Conducted comprehensive assessments of existing systems and infrastructure, identifying areas for improvement and recommending enhancements. • Designed and implemented technical solutions, including software, hardware, and system integrations, ensuring they meet client specifications and performance standards. • Delivered presentations and workshops to educate clients on new technologies, best practices, and effective use of their systems. • Collaborated with cross-functional teams, including developers, project managers, and stakeholders, to ensure successful project execution and client satisfaction. • Managed project scopes, timelines, and budgets, providing regular updates and addressing any issues or changes as needed. • Developed detailed technical documentation, including project plans, system designs, and user manuals, to support implementation and future maintenance. • Evaluated and recommended technology vendors and products, ensuring they align with client needs and provide value for their investment. • Provided ongoing support and troubleshooting, addressing technical issues and ensuring smooth operation of deployed solutions.

Sample ConsultantsTechnical Consultant

Nov. 2012 - Apr. 2013Dallas/Fort Worth AreaC# Training and Study for now completed MCPD Microsoft Certification.

InnerChange Freedom InitiativeTechnical Consultant

Nov. 2010 - Aug. 2012Houston, TexasDesigned and implemented a client relation management application using SQL Server 2008R2/2012 on the backend. Developed with Windows Forms front end using the following technologies: ADO.Net Version 4, EF 4, Visual Studio 2010/2012.

State of TexasPurchasing & Receiving Clerk

Aug. 2004 - Oct. 2010Preformed inventory management, ordered and received parts and supplies for the business. Designed and implemented a inventory management system using Access and Windows Forms with Visual Studio. The system tracked orders and inventory levels creating alerts for problem items and created time span usage reports to help in adjusting order issues as a result we cut inventory waste by 22 percent.

Technium IncTechnical Consultant

Apr. 2001 - Apr. 2003Irving, TXWorked with Citi Group on their DriveHome.com web site. Designed and implemented an automated email response system to answer customer requests on their car loan applications. Used VB 6, Com+, and Windows Services, this was accomplished using Visual Studio. Designed and implemented the middle tier and database for the customer service piece that the call center used to service loans applied for on the web site. This was designed to use a Java front end with Microsoft in the middle and back end and a SQL Server 2000 database. The communication was done using XML text only.

I.T. PartnersTechnical Consultant

Aug. 1999 - Mar. 2001Dallas/Fort Worth AreaDesigned and implemented a web document customizer for auto financing applications, using a custom PDF writer, Com+, IIS 6 and SQL Server 2000. This was accomplished using Visual Studio and SQL Server Management Studio. Designed and implemented a scheduling UI in HTML and JavaScript for Greyhound Bus Lines. This was done using IE 6, IIS 6, SQL Server 2000 and Visual Studio. Designed and implemented a full text search for the Web Site using SQL Server and a third party content server.

The UZone.comWeb Developer

Apr. 1998 - Aug. 1999North Richland Hills, TexasDesigned and implemented a call center service application that allowed operators to see customer orders in process so they could assist customers with order information. Designed and implemented a scan to inventory system to track the books as they came into the warehouse. Designed and implemented a DTS packages to upload inventory changes each night to a SAP management system of our public facing web site, a second package to bring the daily sales from the SAP system into our local inventory and validated it against the numbers we had. The user interfaces were built with HTML and JavaScript, the middle ware was Com+ objects in VB 6, and ASP pages on IIS 6, the database was SQL Server 7.0.