ADAM LAMPING MCSD MSc
7371 Minster Drive South, Delta, BC, V4C 4M4
604 596 0369
adam@empire-sd.ca

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Microsoft Certified Solution Developer (MCSD)

  • An imaginative and innovative software developer with a demonstrated track record in the IT industry.

  • A creative and self-motivated achiever; personally funded MCSD (Microsoft Certified Solution Developer) certification and studied for MSc part-time alongside full-time employment.

  • Keen to keep abreast of the latest technology and to gain a working knowledge of current development practices and architectures.

  • Works well under pressure and prioritises tasks accordingly, with strong interpersonal skills to communicate through different levels effectively.

  • Enjoys web development outside of full-time employment, building such websites as diverse as:


Core Skills
ASP.NET, C#, Microsoft SQL Server, SQL (Structured Query Language), DHTML, CSS, XML, JavaScript, AJAX, ASP
May 2008 - Present
FREELANCE
I have over 4 year’s experience in C# and more recently I have begun using .NET 3.5 and SQL Server 2005. Since going freelance, I have worked on a variety of web projects, including a number of traditional websites with bespoke content management systems, an online store and a functionally-rich web application. The websites and applications that I have developed utilise a large amount of AJAX to further enhance their functionality, usability and general aesthetics and to make the end-user experience more enjoyable.

Websites I have written include:

March 2004 - May 2008
SOFTWARE DEVELOPER – Paradisii Software Solutions, Lewes, UK
  • The sole developer for more than 3 years
  • Developed web applications and multi-browser-compatible websites for clients including American Express and Great Ormond Street Hospital (GOSH), using ASP.NET 2.0 in C#, AJAX, Microsoft SQL Server, DHTML, CSS, XML and JavaScript
  • Wrote web pages used for email newsletters that catered for a variety of different email clients such as Microsoft Outlook and Hotmail
  • Competent with Adobe Photoshop and Flash
  • Gained some experience developing desktop applications using C# and Microsoft SQL Server 2000


July 1996 - March 2004
SENIOR ANALYST PROGRAMMER – American Express, Brighton, UK
  • Developed a desktop application in VB.NET to interface with mainframe using DB2 Connect
  • Developed a browser-based application, in addition to providing first-level operational support
  • Experience gained in a variety of areas that comprise the Client Server environment, including ODBC, TCP/IP, Novell and Windows NT, SQL Server 6.5, 7.0 & 2000, Transact-SQL, Bulk Copy Protocol and Data Transformation Services
  • Implemented and documented process improvements, including developing applications to benefit the team and automating previously manual processes
  • Developed a Technical Library using HTML, JavaScript and ASP, to provide an online repository for the team
  • Managed relationships with external companies for 3rd party supported software as well as coaching vendor contractors within the team
  • Performed duties in Stratus Support Team, System Administrator and Software Developer roles


August 1994 – July 1996
FINANCIAL ANALYST – American Express, Brighton, UK


Microsoft Certified Solution Developer for Microsoft.NET (VB.NET), Training Camp 2003

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The Microsoft Certified Solution Developer (MCSD) for Microsoft .NET credential is the top-level certification for advanced developers who design and develop leading-edge enterprise solutions using Microsoft development tools and technologies in addition to the Microsoft .NET Framework 1.0 and Microsoft .NET Framework 1.1.


MSc - Internet Systems Design, University of Portsmouth, UK - July 2006

MACITP Diploma - Internet Design, Association of Certified IT Professionals, UK - April 2002

DIT - Advanced Database Design, Newark & Sherwood College - January 1999

HND - Business and Finance, North Herts. College, UK - July 1991
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Star Wars - collector and co-owner of Jedi News, the UK's leading Star Wars-dedicated fan site
Liverpool FC - Member of the priority ticket scheme
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