Charles Breedlove

Senior Software Developer | Software Architect

I am a Software Engineer specializing in Object-Oriented Design and Analysis with extensive experience in Web Development, Windows Application Development, and Windows Automation using Microsoft technologies.
I have Experience in the full life cycle of the software design process including requirements definition, prototyping, proof of concept, design, interface implementation, testing, and maintenance.
Proficient in installation, configuration, and administration of Cloud-based systems.
I am logical and adept at solving complex problems with effective solutions.


Experience

Consultant | Programmer

Insight Global (Navient|Mohela)

Consult and develop solutions on transferring the Navient student loan software suite to Mohela.

  • Created all projects in DevOps w/ CD/CI pipelines
  • Developed new Blazor Applications to replace outdated Webform applications.

Technologies used: ASP.NET, API, Blazor, C#, MSSQL, .NET Core, React, Webforms, Windows Server, Winforms, VBScript, VB.Net

September 2024 - Current

Senior Software Developer | Software Architect

Superior QC

Project: Advanced Survey QC: Cloud based state-of-the-art survey management software for oil & gas operators.

  • Designing and developing a new backend application framework using .Net Core 6 API to leverage cloud computing functionality to improve both user functionality as well as data performance.
  • Designing new Blazor UI to replace outdated Windows Form and ASP based Web Application.

Technologies used: API, Azure, Azure Functions, .NET Core, C#, MSSQL, Cosmos, Blazor, HTML5, MATLAB, Identity Framework, Git, Azure DevOps

Project: Directional Driller: Directional Advisory Algorithm Bit Guidance application.

  • Created as a WPF application to leverage XAMLs graphical ability to display enhanced graphs and charts.

Technologies used: API, .NET, C#, ASP.Net, WPF, Git, Github, MVVM

Project: Legacy ASQC: Automated survey correction software.

  • Added functionality to existing WinForm and WebForm applications.
  • Improved outdated security on existing WinForm and WebForms

Technologies used: API, .NET, C#, ASP.Net, WinForms, WPF, Git, Github, Bootstrap, MATLAB, MVC, MSSQL, Monday, WebForms

May 2021 - May 2024
Highlighted Projects

Full Stack Developer

Promiles

Project: State Permitting: High tech logistic transportation software for multiple states.

  • Perform bug fixes and peer review testing
  • Architected a new Blazor Frontend for newer state sites
  • Developed new functionality for ASP.net WebForm application

Technologies used: API, .NET , C#, ASP.net, JavaScript, WebForms, MSSQL, Blazor, Git, DevOps

March 2019 - May 2021

Senior .Net Developer

Starwood Hotels | Marriott

Project: Capture: Starwood/Marriot merged reporting platform.

  • Developed custom application using MVC, Angular, and Typescript libraries for Starwood/Marriot merged reporting platform.
  • Support for various report sources such has SSRS, Native HTML and Tableau by building a custom database driven Site Map component and a container object to render reports with in the portal.

Technologies used: API, AJAX, NODEJS, TypeScript, Razor .NET, Bootstrap, C#, Oracle, MSSQL, MVC, SSRS, Typescript. Git, Team Foundation Server

Project: Encompass: Starwood reporting and performance metric platform..

  • Incorporated AJAX based .NET controls for improved usability, functionality, and appearance
  • Created databases, tables and procedures in MS SQL and Oracle for .NET based applications

Technologies used: AJAX, ASP.NET, C#, Oracle, MSSQL, Git, Team Foundation Server

Project: CTI Desktop: Starwood desktop Interactive Voice Response display.

  • Developed custom VOIP caller ID application for datacenter Call Routing

Technologies used: .NET, C#, Avaya, MSSQL, Visual SourceSafe

March 2009 - December 2018
Highlighted Projects

Lead Systems Engineer | Developer

Siemens (Applied Materials)

Performed daily server administrative tasks, to include OS provisioning, patching, monitoring, and troubleshooting 1000+ server datacenter. Designed and developed console, form, and web applications to automate processes in the Data Center Environment using .NET. Created project plans for new hardware and software for the datacenter.

  • Developed .NET application to manage file shares and permissions.
  • Created .NET application and Tools for automated workstation and server Installations.

Technologies used: ASP.NET, C#, VBScript, VB.Net, Visual SourceSafe, Microsoft Operations Manager, Windows Server

April 2006 - December 2007

Software Developer Consultant | OWNER

Think Global Technology

Developed portal systems using DotNetNuke, PHPNuke, and .NET. Created custom tools using VB.NET and C# for internal client use. Built SQL databases and procedures for Applications. Developed software utilities for hardware performance and testing purposes. Analyzed software to determine their applicability and capabilities.

  • Developed electromagnetic interference testing application for embedded Linux OS using GTK+ and C for DELL.
  • Designed and created custom .NET Monument website complete with clipart image ecommerce, order entry, and status tracking modules
  • Developed Windows Form based information lookup tool to ping, pull DNS, and Windows information across IP span or computer name
  • Designed and administrated 3D-Palace Website, one of the largest online 3D Tutorial Website
  • Created CAC card reader installation automation suite
  • Developed "All About Me" salon web site
  • Designed and programmed Chili's Create a Pepper campaign ASP.NET web site which was up for a Webby Award.
  • Designed and developed ERM Carbon Calculator Sub Site.

Technologies used: API, ASP.NET, AJAX, C#, VB.NET, HTML, DotNetNuke, PHP, Linux, GTK+, JavaScript, C, C++, WebForms, WinForms, WPF, MSSQL, Oracle, Siebel, Visual SourceSafe, Team Foundation Server, Windows Server

Project: ImageAnalytics: Contracted through TEKSystems for a Remote camera imaging application using AI captured image elements.

  • Created .net core API backend to function between SQL, Azure Table Storage, and NodeRed
  • Used Angular to create UI for creating, viewing, and managing assets

Technologies used: API, .NET Core, C#, Angular, Azure, NodeRed, MSSQL, Git, DevOps

Project: eDiscovery: Contracted through APEX Systems for an eDiscovery software suite for public sector clients.

  • Developed .Net Core/REACT application to replace legacy Silverlight application and components.

Technologies used: API, .NET Core, C#, REACT, MSSQL, Azure Devops, Git

February 2003 - March 2024
Highlighted Projects

Network Engineer Consultant

On-Site Computer Solutions

Performed variety of end user and network problem analysis and monitoring tasks for a number of different networks. Performed proactive network services on assigned accounts. Contributed to the designing and implementation of on location installations and deployments of network infrastructure, including servers, workstations, and networking equipment.

  • Migrated client exchange servers.
  • Managed and monitored client backup operations.
February 2006 - April 2006

Lead Network Administrator GS-11

ITT Systems (US Army TAC-SWA)

Oversaw and provided support for Lockheed Martin Coalition Satellite Network System, including administration and maintenance for all LinkStar & Linkway Administration, VOIP, Windows NT 4.0 & 2000, and SIPR/NIPR LAN.

  • Planned and installed a base wide coalition network on Echo Base in Iraq, to include fiber and cat5e cable, Windows 2003 Servers, Cisco routers, and Security encryption equipment from the ground up.
  • Managed a small IT team that received all outstanding marks on performance evaluations.
  • Installed and configured Cisco 2600 and 3640 switches and Cisco 4000 routers.
May 2004 - May 2005

Education

American College of Computer and Information Sciences

Bachelor of Science
Computer Science
July 2004 - Nobember 2008

Skills

Programming Languages & Tools
Workflow
  • Responsive Design
  • Cross Browser Testing & Debugging
  • Cross Functional Teams
  • Agile Development & Scrum
  • Unit Testing