With over 30 years of experience developing software primarily for the Government of Canada, my background reflects both expertise and dedication. Recognizing the importance of staying current in the ever-evolving tech industry, I pursued a Bootcamp Certification at Carleton University last year, graduating with a remarkable 99%. This accomplishment highlights my commitment to continuous learning and adaptability, considering that I am an older man -I am willing to continue learning.
My main purpose in undertaking this course was to demonstrate my desire and ability to acquire new skills and remain productive, ensuring that I can effectively contribute to modern projects and meet contemporary challenges.
The program was rigorous and fast-paced, covering both the theory and practical application of web development. I successfully completed it, expanding my professional portfolio with a range of new tools and skills that strengthen my capacity to deliver impactful solutions.
In my life I have witnesed the transition of both a Century and a Millennium while continuously adapting to the evolution of technology, from floppy disks to USB, from 5MB harddrive to Cloud storage, Commodore 64 was my first computer — I have seen it all. My experience is my degree.
From browser to backend — I have spent more than 25 years designing and developing software solutions across government and private sectors, and throughout this time continuously adapting to the evolution of technology.
In databases I evolved through decades of database-driven development using xBase technologies including Clipper, dBase III/IV, and FoxPro, eventually specializing in Microsoft SQL Server and modern enterprise application development.
This web resume was created not only to present my experience, but also to demonstrate my hands-on technical capabilities using modern Microsoft technologies, including:
I am a Computer Programmer and Database Modeler with extensive experience in designing and developing business solutions and databases.
Developer Note:
This website is hosted on my own Windows Server 2016 and IIS 10.
OntarioTECK VBA Developers is a small organization incorporated to offer services to the government. My wife and business partners and I are the only ones in this company.
I am always learning something new, not because I like to, but because I have to in order to offer my skills effectively. The digital revolution has transformed virtually every area of human activity, making it essential to acquire new skills to stay at the heart of today’s dynamic workforce.
Carleton University Boot Camp is an intensive 24-week program that prepares you to build end-to-end web applications and become a full stack web developer. It features online classes and hands-on projects, all designed to fit within your busy schedule.
Here is a small list of Departments and Organizations I've worked with:
During my long career, I have worked for many government departments as well as in the private sector. I definitely enjoy working for the government, where projects, needs, and ideas are usually well-grounded. In other words, I jump right into the fast lane, learning their needs and developing their projects.
These certifications represent focused professional development completed throughout my consulting career between contracts and projects. While they are not intended to replace formal University Education or Accredited Degree Programs, they have allowed me to rapidly -in face pace environments, adopt emerging technologies and modern development practices, to satisfy my clients needs, throughout more than 25 years in Software Development.
My academic foundations were established many years ago and useless nowadays; however, my greatest qualification has come from decades of real-world experience designing, maintaining, modernizing, and delivering production systems across multiple industries and generations of technology. That is my professional degree.
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| Certification | Institution | Instructor | Date Started | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Building TypeScript Applications with JSDoc | Eve Porcello | 2025-01-01 | ||
| Microsoft Power Platform Developer Associate (PL-400) Cert Prep by Microsoft Press | Rachel Palya | 2024-09-01 | ||
| JavaScript for Web Designers | Joe Chellman | 2024-08-01 | ||
| TypeScript for JavaScript Developers | Maaike van Putten | 2024-08-01 | ||
| Advanced Web APIs with ASP.NET Core 8 | Christian Wenz | 2024-04-01 | ||
| Building Web APIs with ASP.NET Core 8 | Christian Wenz | 2024-04-01 | ||
| Regular Expressions | Udemy | Leonardo Moura Leitano & Arhur Oliviera Bandeira | 2023-12-02 | |
| Power Apps Complete Guide | Udemy | Henry Habib | 2023-03-13 | |
| Learning CakePHP 3 | Justin Yost | 2022-03-01 | ||
| Javascript Essential Training | TBA | 2021-02-15 | ||
| CSS The Complete Guide 2021 | Udemy | Maximilian Schwarzmuller & Manuel Lorenz | 2021-01-11 | |
| Bootstrap 4 From Scratch. | Udemy | Bhrugen Patel | 2020-11-25 | |
| Advanced ASP.Net Core 3.1 Razor Pages | Udemy | Bhrugen Patel | 2020-10-28 | |
| JavaScript Essential Training (2017) | Morten Rand-Hendriksen | 2019-04-01 | ||
| Learning Entity Framework Core | Reynald Adolphe | 2017-06-01 | ||
| jQuery: Creating Plugins | Joe Chellman | 2015-02-01 |
In my life I have witnesed the transition of both a Century and a Millennium while continuously adapting to the evolution of technology, from floppy disks to USB, from 5MB harddrive to Cloud storage, Commodore 64 was my first computer — I have seen it all. My experience is my degree.
From browser to backend — I have spent more than 25 years designing and developing software solutions across government and private sectors, and throughout this time continuously adapting to the evolution of technology.
In databases I evolved through decades of database-driven development using xBase technologies including Clipper, dBase III/IV, and FoxPro, eventually specializing in Microsoft SQL Server and modern enterprise application development.
This web resume was created not only to present my experience, but also to demonstrate my hands-on technical capabilities using modern Microsoft technologies, including:
With over 30 years of experience developing software primarily for the Government of Canada, my background reflects both expertise and dedication. Recognizing the importance of staying current in the ever-evolving tech industry, I pursued a Bootcamp Certification at Carleton University last year, graduating with a remarkable 99%. This accomplishment highlights my commitment to continuous learning and adaptability, considering that I am an older man -I am willing to continue learning.
My main purpose in undertaking this course was to demonstrate my desire and ability to acquire new skills and remain productive, ensuring that I can effectively contribute to modern projects and meet contemporary challenges.
The program was rigorous and fast-paced, covering both the theory and practical application of web development. I successfully completed it, expanding my professional portfolio with a range of new tools and skills that strengthen my capacity to deliver impactful solutions.
I am a Computer Programmer and Database Modeler with extensive experience in designing and developing business solutions and databases.
Developer Note:
This website is hosted on my own Windows Server 2016 and IIS 10.
OntarioTECK VBA Developers is a small organization incorporated to offer services to the government. My wife and business partners and I are the only ones in this company.
I am always learning something new, not because I like to, but because I have to in order to offer my skills effectively. The digital revolution has transformed virtually every area of human activity, making it essential to acquire new skills to stay at the heart of today’s dynamic workforce.
Carleton University Boot Camp is an intensive 24-week program that prepares you to build end-to-end web applications and become a full stack web developer. It features online classes and hands-on projects, all designed to fit within your busy schedule.
Here is a small list of Departments and Organizations I've worked with:
During my long career, I have worked for many government departments as well as in the private sector. I definitely enjoy working for the government, where projects, needs, and ideas are usually well-grounded. In other words, I jump right into the fast lane, learning their needs and developing their projects.
Certifications, even those earned through smaller academies, play an important role in staying current and sharpening practical skills. While they may not come from major accredited institutions, they provide focused, hands‑on training that aligns with real‑world work. With more than 25 years of software development experience, I don’t need lengthy academic programs—I simply need clear demonstrations of modern tools and techniques. These courses deliver exactly that, and my professional background does the rest.
These are some of the Certifications I have achieved during my career:
This website's database was designed using SQL Server and managed through SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS). The development approach utilized is Code First, which allows us to focus on writing code and seamlessly deploy database changes. This method ensures that the database schema is derived from the application code, promoting a more agile and iterative development process.
Show me the database model
A database is a structured collection of data that is stored electronically. Think of it as a digital filing system where information is organized in a way that makes it easy to retrieve, manage, and update. Databases are used to store various types of data, such as customer information, product details, transaction records, and much more.
We are all familiar with the concept: Garbage in garbage out!
Normalization is a process in database design that organizes data to reduce redundancy and improve data integrity. The goal is to ensure that each piece of data is stored only once, which helps maintain consistency and makes the database more efficient.
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Understanding these fundamentals will help you appreciate the role databases play in various applications and why they are crucial for managing data effectively.
Understanding these fundamentals will help you appreciate the role databases play in various applications and why they are crucial for managing data effectively.