Daniel Main

Developed and maintained "OnSite by HConnect" - a React-Native mobile application for concrete delivery management and construction site operations.

Key Achievements:

• Built cross-platform mobile app serving construction industry professionals
• Implemented real-time concrete delivery tracking and quality management features
• Integrated Firebase for real-time notifications and data synchronization
• Deployed to production on both app stores with positive user feedback

In a skilled team of four software developers and quality testers, I took on the strategic role of Software Architect. My main responsibility was the construction of an advanced e-Learning platform that facilitates dynamic interaction and promotes language learning among educators and students.

Simultaneously, I assumed the leadership position of Scrum Master, conducting the majority of Scrum ceremonies to ensure adherence to Agile principles, and drive the team towards optimum productivity.

The technology suite employed for this project included:

• Backend development using MeteorJS, MongoDB, and AWS Lambda functions.
• Frontend development employing MeteorJS and ReactJS.
• Mobile application development using ReactNative/Redux.
• For continuous integration and deployment, we utilized Bitbucket-Pipelines.

In a role as a frontend developer, I contributed to the advancement of an integral component of Mercedes-Benz vehicles - the Head-Unit. This system, often likened to the "brain" of the infotainment setup in the vehicle, manages a variety of functions, ranging from navigation to media playback, connecting to smartphones, and even handling handsfree calls.

My responsibility was to develop a bespoke module for this Head-Unit, using ECMA 5/6 and vanilla JavaScript. The process involved the use of a custom-designed JavaScript framework, akin to AngularJS in functionality, which operated in a data-driven manner reminiscent of a content management system.

Skills:

• JavaScript
• AngularJS

In a dynamic and critical capacity as an IT Consultant, I specialized in the creation of cloud-based software for life-cycle assessments (LCA).

As a UI Developer, my primary role involved the development of single-page applications utilizing AngularJS and Bower modules, coupled with writing BDD-style unit tests using Grunt/Karma that were integrated into Jenkins - an open-source automation tool used for continuous integration and continuous delivery of software projects.

In addition to this, I held the role of a Scrum Master for a six-member team, guiding them through the Scrum framework. I also contributed as a Backend Developer, working on the development and maintenance of a Java Spring MVC based RESTful API service.

Skills:

• Spring Framework
• JavaScript
• AngularJS
• Java

My responsibilities included collaborating with the official Adobe team in the development of an e-commerce portal for "Conrad Electronic SE."

As part of the project, I engaged in the development of new functionalities utilizing CQ5 OSGi-Bundles and oversaw the migration of an antiquated CMS into Adobe CQ5. Additionally, I was involved in creating templates for the portal.

Another critical aspect of my role included integrating the webshop with SAP to ensure seamless data interchange. On the user interface side, I leveraged my skills with the ExtJS-Sencha-Javascript framework for development.

Skills:

• Ext JS
• Adobe Experience Manager (AEM)
• JavaScript
• CQ5
• Java

In my role, I was instrumental in the development and design of a Lawsuit Case Management system, specifically crafted to assist law firms with real-time updates on lawsuit status from the court.

The system was optimally designed for mobile devices using jQuery Mobile for seamless user interaction. The system's backend, which functioned as a REST API in synchronization with the court, was built leveraging robust technologies such as Hibernate, Spring-Core, Spring-Security, and Spring-MVC.

Skills:

• Spring MVC
• Hibernate
• jQuery Mobile
• Spring Framework

In my role as a CQ4 Developer, I was engaged in the design and implementation of templates for the after-sales portal of Mercedes Benz. Additionally, I was tasked with creating migration scripts to transition data and templates from an antiquated CMS system to the CQ4 platform.

As a Technical Tester, I innovatively created a custom test framework anchored on a Maven Plugin. This was utilized for automated testing of the Vehicle-Suite Module for the www.mercedes-benz.de website. The test framework employed advanced patterns such as Page-Object and Facade to ensure effective and thorough testing.

Skills:

• Maven
• Java

Alfresco Software Engineer:

• Spearheaded the development of new change requests for an existing Alfresco system at BAUER AG.
• Facilitated the integration of OpenCMS with Alfresco, ensuring synchronization of content across both platforms.
• Managed the migration of various Alfresco systems and their integration with standard authentication mechanisms (AD, LDAP, Novel iChain).

Alfresco Service Support Engineer:

• Played a pivotal role in the third-level support team, contributing to problem resolution and developing workaround strategies.
• Coordinated the deployment and testing phases, created test cases, and managed communications with Alfresco Tech Support.

Technical Project Manager:

• Acted as the primary liaison for the client, BAUER, while also working as a developer.
• Provided technical consultation to the client regarding their online presence, created effort estimates and quotes, and handled monthly billing procedures.

CMS Software Developer:

• Responsible for the conceptualization, implementation, and development of change requests and bug-fixing procedures.
• Conducted training sessions for customers and provided coaching to select employees in the area of OpenCMS.

Quality Assurance and C++ Software Developer:

• Developed a comprehensive test framework in MS Visual Studio C++, including a detailed test protocol.
• Utilized technologies such as xerces-c (XMLParser), Wininetd (Network Communication), and Web Services with SOAP.

Skills:

• SOAP
• C++
• OpenCMS
• Alfresco
• Web Services Description Language (WSDL)
• Java

As a Trainee PHP Developer/Web Developer, I gathered practical experience in PHP, with responsibilities ranging from the visualization of Internet statistics for web pages hosted by Sedo, to the integration of web layouts with PHP templates. Additionally, I was involved in adjustments and performance tuning of various MySQL databases.

Skills:

• PHP
• MySQL

As a Java/PLSQL Software Developer, I was involved in the implementation of an Internet Banking project which utilized Oracle Application Server 9i and J2EE/Web Container in conjunction with Oracle databases.

My responsibilities extended to the integration of various product interfaces, such as VISA accounts, savings accounts, and transfers. Furthermore, I managed the synchronization between Oracle Internet Directory (LDAP) and the Internet Banking application.

Skills:

• Java Server Pages (JSP)
• Oracle Database
• PL/SQL
• Java EJB
• SQL