Personal Details
Brian Matthew Vivian B.Sc MBCS
matthew@postino.co.uk
Profile
- An accomplished programmer and systems architect with sound knowledge of agile development methodologies, Object-Oriented design & development techniques, design patterns and modern frameworks.
- Logical approach to problem solving gained through work on numerous computing projects.
- Confident project manager and hard working team member.
Education
University of Wales, Cardiff
B.Sc - Computer Science (2:1)
Ogmore Comprehensive School, Bridgend
A Level - Computer Science (B), Business Studies (C)
GCSE - 9 GCSEs, 6 at grade B and 3 at grade C.
Technical Summary
Operating Systems: Linux, Solaris, Windows
Languages: PHP, Perl, JavaScript, Java, C#, VB, C, Pascal, JESS/CLIPS
Database: Oracle, SQL Server, MySQL, Access, Object-Relational, Data Mining, Data Warehousing
Technologies: Web services (SOAP, REST, RPC), .NET, XML, W3C compliant CSS & XHTML
Professional Affiliations
Member of the British Computer Society
Student member of the Institute of Management
Work History
2006 - Present, Hargreaves Lansdown
Web Developer
- Working on many exciting projects.
- More to follow...
2003 - 2006, Vivian IT Services
Freelance IT consultant
- Developed a complex stock management and order processing system for a large international shipping company.
- Advised many companies wishing to link their remote networks.
- Developed and updated websites for a number of local organisations.
- Part of a team tasked with developing a system for consolidating manufacturing process control data for a consortium of large multinational companies.
2001 - 2003, University of Glamorgan & Qualtech Services Ltd
Systems Developer
- Utilised PHP and MySQL in developing & maintaining the company’s interactive website.
- Developed online booking, enquiries, news and vacancies systems using PHP and MySQL.
- Maintained and developed the company’s Intranet systems using ASP and Access.
- Developed content management and competitor tracking systems using ASP and Access.
- Managed the design and implementation of the company’s e-learning infrastructure.
- Advised on policy decisions and helped administer the company’s Windows network.
1999 & 2000, Bridgend County Borough Council
Communications IT Engineer
- Responsible for network support, new installations, support calls and the telephone system.
- Gained experience running large networks and IT systems.
- Client facing role in a technical environment.
2000, Ogmore School
IT Support
- Maintained over 100 PCs and peripherals.
- Developed good organizational skills.
Interests
Computing: Currently developing a complex interactive website using PHP and MySQL.
Mountain Biking: Enjoy a high level of fitness and take pleasure from all aspects of cycling from bike maintenance to riding.
Music: Interested in all facets of music and enjoy recording and playing guitar and keyboard.
Referees
Available on request