Career

19+ years of practical web development experience.

A career built around PHP, Laravel, APIs, MySQL, .NET, commerce platforms, custom applications, consulting, integrations, and steady adaptation across frameworks and client needs.

October 2025 - Present

BioWave

Senior PHP/API development focused on migrating a legacy PHP CMS and mobile API into a modern Laravel platform.

  • Led migration of legacy CMS and API workflows into Laravel 12 with PHP 8.4, Tailwind, Vite, Docker, and MariaDB/MySQL.
  • Designed API evolution from legacy v5 compatibility to a v6 REST API with bearer-token authentication, token management, and route-level authorization.
  • Built migration tooling for users, devices, firmware, CMS content, agreements, and historical usage data with validation and audit reporting.
  • Improved admin experience for content, localization, devices, firmware, and user management through a consistent Laravel/Tailwind interface.

May 2026 - Present

American Print Tech

Senior PHP development for municipal web applications and a modern multi-tenant Laravel platform.

  • Developed and maintained municipal applications supporting online vehicle sticker and pet license renewals.
  • Led design and development of a multi-tenant Laravel platform to centralize shared functionality and improve security.
  • Integrated payment providers and online transaction workflows for secure resident self-service renewals and purchases.
  • Designed data migration and import processes to support client onboarding and platform adoption.

July 2014 - Present

Software Technology Group

Consulting development across PHP, Laravel, Magento, Shopify, .NET, Razor, JavaScript, TypeScript, React, Tailwind, Blazor and cloud-hosted applications.

  • Contributed to Magento-to-Shopify modernization, digital and physical product workflows, customer self-service features, and operational integrations.
  • Implemented Make automations and participated in AI-driven workflow initiatives for proof and order request processing.
  • Developed .NET/Razor features and MSSQL migrations for client applications while improving user experience and maintainability.
  • Built Google API and Laravel solutions for asynchronous digital library workflows and responsive user interfaces.
  • Supported Magento platforms, educational interactives, Blazor frontend work, React/TypeScript projects, and production troubleshooting across varied client environments.

August 2010 - June 2014

MyEBiz

Ruby/Rails and PHP development for custom business applications, database-driven websites, fulfillment workflows, and client-facing administrative tools.

  • Built and maintained applications for surveys, credit card processing, print fulfillment, customer data capture, and internal administrative workflows.
  • Developed Ruby on Rails and PHP solutions across custom systems, WordPress, Joomla, and related web platforms while adapting to varied client requirements.
  • Strengthened experience with MVC patterns, database modeling, payment-sensitive workflows, production troubleshooting, and turning business processes into usable web tools.

January 2009 - August 2010

Global Marketing Alliance

PHP, MySQL, and CakePHP development for marketing-driven websites, lead capture systems, order workflows, and custom administration panels.

  • Created admin panels, content management tools, user management, image galleries, lead tracking, order processing, and campaign-support workflows.
  • Translated designer-provided concepts into functional PHP/CakePHP websites with database-backed content, reusable templates, and client-editable sections.
  • Built practical experience connecting marketing goals with reliable backend behavior, helping sites collect information, manage content, and support day-to-day business operations.

June 2007 - December 2008

Orbsix Software

PHP/MySQL development for a proprietary MLM software platform with custom business logic, representative tools, and order-driven workflows.

  • Built and maintained representative management features, commission tracking, order processing, dynamic forms, and product administration tools.
  • Worked with internationalization needs, configurable content, and repeatable workflows that supported multiple client organizations using the same core platform.
  • Deepened early experience with database-driven PHP applications, custom reporting needs, production support, and business rules that had to stay reliable under real customer usage.

November 2006 - April 2007

Origin 3 Web Design

Early professional web development role focused on turning client designs into dynamic PHP/MySQL websites and learning durable application patterns.

  • Developed database-backed websites using PHP, MySQL, CakePHP, custom framework patterns, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and template-driven layouts.
  • Collaborated with designers and offshore development support to translate visual concepts into functional, maintainable client sites.
  • Built foundational experience with object-oriented PHP, reusable page structures, client communication, and the practical handoff between design and implementation.

Education

Neumont College of Computer Science

Bachelor of Science, Computer Science

Neumont College of Computer Science

Certifications

Continued learning

JavaScript ES6 Badge HTML5 CSS3 Badge React 16 Badge Consulting Skills Badge