Build elegant, resilient software solutions utilizing state-of-the-art object technology, proven software development best practices and within an organization that rewards hard work, creativity and ambition.
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Mel Riffe
Contact Information
7440 Dava Glen
Mechanicsville,
23111
United States
United States
- Home:
- (804) 569-1720
- Mobile:
- (804) 306-5342
Objective
Summary
IT Professional with expertise in software engineering and solutions development with nearly 14 years experience developing software for Sales Force, Financial, Distance Learning, and Biotechnology Industries as Product Developer and IT Consultant. Experienced team player with customer service focus and sound judgment. Proven success supervising the entire application cycle: project management, team leadership, user requirements, design, development, data conversion, quality assurance, rollout and support. Proficient in solving complex problems using state-of-the-art object-oriented technology. Responsible go-getter who ensures quality solutions. Strong interpersonal and communication skills. Motivated by assisting others. Quick learner. Good-natured with a can-do, positive attitude.
Specialties:
Scrum (Certified ScrumMaster)
Lean Software Development
Object-oriented Technology (Smalltalk, Ruby, Java)
Open-source Tools and Technologies
Web applications
Work History
Carlisle and Gallagher Consulting Group
Richmond, VA, United States
Dec 2007 - Present
Managing Consultant
Current Assignment: J2EE/WebServices Lead for Bank of America
- Work with Deposits Group WebServices team to extend current framework
- Provide remote team management expertise
- Responsible for WebServices design on a per-project basis
- Assist in the defining of Testing standards as it pertains to WebServices
- Coordinate Testing Resources
Juicy Parts Software
Mechanicsville, Virginia, United States
Independent Consultant
Ruby on Rails Developer:
iwasatthatshow.com; March 2007 to present
Assisting in the development of a Rails-based band-oriented website focused on the community of concert goers and their concert recordings; introduced Rspec, Sphinx, and Basecamp
citycliq.com; September 2007 to September 2007 (1 week)
Under the mentorship and guidance of Obie Fernandez assisted in the development of three key features of a Rails-based social networking application focused on the relationships of its users to each other and businesses within a city; features were mad-lib style business reviews, inviting new members to a scene, inviting new members to a business; introduced to pair-programming, Ruby meta-programming and crash course in Rspec.
bookmarker; November 2006 to present
Assisting in the development of a Rails-based, delicious-style bookmark management application to be used as a Ruby on Rails learning application for the CVReg members and the Ruby community at large
Education
Mott Community College
Jan 1992 - Jul 1993
Flint, MI, United States
Computer Technology
The plan was to learn about the hardware side of computer technology. My interest in robotics directed me down that path. However, after showing an aptitude for software development while taking my programming classes, during my last semester, my Fortran Professor hired me into a company he recently joined. Review my work history to see the trajectory of my career.
Skills
Agile Methodologies
(Advanced)3-4 Years Experience, ( Last Used 1-2 years ago )
I have first-hand experience successfully delivering software solutions for my clients. I am a Certified Scrum Master. I have experience utilizing aspects of XP in software development projects. I feel strongly that Agile Methodologies help build better, more relevant solutions.
I also feel strongly that the Scrum Methodology can be used on most time-boxed, deliverable-focused project; it does not have to be tied strictly to software development.
Object-Oriented Development
(Expert)10+ Years Experience, ( Last Used <1 year ago )
Starting my career in Smalltalk laid the foundation for my object-oriented experience (includes programming, design, and analysis), which I have utilized throughout my career through C++, Java, and now Ruby.
I naturally to think in objects and message sends, the interactions between the objects of the application ecosystem. It is natural for me to anthropomorphize the salient actors of an application design.
Ruby/Rails Programming
(Intermediate)1-2 Years Experience, ( Last Used <1 year ago )
I first started using Ruby and Ruby on Rails, in earnest, starting in 2005. I worked full time on an internal IT application using Ruby on Rails until 2006. After which I have worked on several projects during off-hours on my own time.
Ruby seems like an old friend thanks to my Smalltalk background; Ruby is heavily influenced by Smalltalk and its concepts.
Interests
- Having Fun
- Expanding Knowledge for myself and my team
- Writing software people enjoy using
Plus the following:
- Smalltalk
- Ruby
- Ruby on Rails
- Agile Methodologies
- Gadgets/Technology
Online Profiles
Blog: http://melriffe.wordpress.com
Linked In: http://www.linkedin.com/in/melriffe
Working With Rails: http://workingwithrails.com/person/5661-mel-riffe
Plaxo: http://melriffe.myplaxo.com/
User Group Affiliations
Central Virginia Ruby Enthusiasts Group (CVReg); Richmond, VA Ruby Users Group; member of steering committee.
Ruby Code Jam (Rubyjam); Charlottesville, VA Ruby Users Group; member
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