Toan Tran
I have over 5 years of experience in Web Development / Software Engineering and I am
available for offsite contract jobs.
CAREER OBJECTIVE
• To acquire a challenging position as a computer Software Engineer to utilize my strong problem solving skills and continuously learn new technologies.
COMPUTER SKILLS
• Operating Systems: MS-DOS, Linux, Unix, Windows 3.x/NT/95/98/2000
• Programming languages: ASP, ASP.NET, PHP, Visual Basic 6.0, C#, Visual Basic .NET, Java, HTML, JavaScript, DHTML, and XML
• Databases: Oracle, MS-Access 97, SQL Server 2000, MySQL
• Server Software: IIS, Site Server, Index Server and Apache Server
• Internet/Web Protocols: HTTP, DNS, TCP/IP, FTP, SMTP, LDAP
• Production Tools: Photoshop, Flash, Home Site, Dream Weaver MX, Visio, WS_FTP, Query Analyser, Rational Rose, e-Test Suite Pro, Visual Studio .NET
OTHER SKILLS
• Highly self-motivated, results oriented, committed, and talented
• Excellent organizational and communication skills (both written and verbal)
• Excellent analytical and problem solving skills
• Ability to learn complex information quickly
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Extensive knowledge in Software Development Life Cycle, and OOP
EDUCATION
1994–1998 University of Waterloo, Waterloo, Ontario
• Bachelor of Mathematics
• Concentration in Computer Science courses including Software Engineering, Software Life Cycle, Data Structures and Algorithms, and MIS.
Microsoft Quick Start Program for Visual Basic .NET
Successfully completed in April 2003.
e-TEST Suite for Web Application Course
Successfully completed in March 2003.
Microsoft Certified Application Developer .NET ([login to view URL]) - Toronto College of Technology
ACCOMPLISHMENTS / RELEVANT PROJECTS
• Designed and implemented an online Emission Trading System
• Designed and implemented online conferencing tool meeting scheduling component
• Designed and implemented several complex database-driven website
• Designed and developed E-Commerce Applications (ie: Shopping Cart)
EMPLOYMENT HISTORY
05/2001- RBC Financial Group, Toronto, Ontario
present Technical Systems Analyst
• Programmed in ASP, Visual Basic, HTML and JavaScript.
• Developed various complex internal applications using ASP and SQL Server 7.0
• Designed and implemented, and process flow charts.
• Performed load tests and functional tests using e-Test Suit for Application software.
• Designed and created various complex relational databases.
• Provided expertise consultation on best practices to various internal business units
• Designed and implemented various internal web-based applications for internal use.
• Provided technical support to various internal business units.
02/1999 - Fanatically Financial Inc., Toronto, Ontario
04/2001 Software Engineer
• Programmed in ASP, HTML, Visual Basic and JavaScript.
• Developed various complex database-driven web sites.
• Designed several databases for complex web-based applications.
• Administered and maintained Internet Information Server for the hosting of client’s websites.
• Designed and implemented online shopping cart and online transaction payment integration using Paylinx and Web Authorize technology.
• Worked with Index Server, SQL Server, and Exchange Server.
• Solved numerous client’s problems and complaints efficiently and quickly.
• Designed relational databases, written complex queries, complex stored procedures and performed database administration duties such as backing up
data, transferring data and updating data.
• Programmed in HTML with tables, forms and complex frames.
• Worked with the programming team to implement on-line features
• Provided telephone technical support as required.
• Communicated with clients to understand their needs in order to meet the client’s requirements.
• Provided recommendations to maximize system performance and improve system process.
05/2001 CFM Incorporate, Mississauga, Ontario
to 12/2003
Web Developer – Part Time Contractor / Consultant
• Programmed in PHP, HTML and JavaScript.
• Developed various complex database-driven web sites using PHP.
• Designed several complex database management system for complex web-based applications.
• Worked with Apache Server, MySQL database under Linux environment.
• Designed various complex relational databases and performed database backup.
• Maintained corporate website and perform technical support as required.
INTERESTS AND ACTIVITIES
• Member of the Computer Science Club at the University of Waterloo.
• Enjoy reading, playing chess, playing sports and working with computers
REFERENCES
• Available upon request.
