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Matt Brooks CV

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Well-organised, reliable, with experience in many aspects of web based software development. Able to work efficiently and enthusiastically whilst adapting to the benefits of new technologies. Willing to work on own initiative or in a team. Good communicator. Clean driving licence.

Industry Specific Skills

  • Web development using ASP.NET and Visual Studio .NET as preferred application framework and development platform.
  • Previous experience with many programming languages including Java and Perl.
  • Fluent in core web related languages such as XHTML, CSS, Javascript & VBScript.
  • Experienced in XML and related technologies.
  • Database design with experience in SQL Server, Access and Oracle.
  • Understanding of software engineering processes and how they lead to sound software design.

Key Skills

  • Reliable and efficient.
  • Keen to develop further knowledge and experience.
  • Enthusiastic in tackling new challenges.
  • Good communication skills.
  • Confident when working in a team.
  • Motivated when working alone.

Work Experience

August 2005 to Present Enable Software Stratford-upon-Avon

Software Developer

July to August 2003 Enable Software Stratford-upon-Avon

Contract Web Developer

  • Contracted as a Web Developer for a 6 week period.
  • Helped to develop Enable's Content Management Software.
  • Developed a large number of websites, integrating the designs into the CMS software.

May 2001 to July 2005 Freelance Web Developer and Consultant Gloucestershire

  • Advised on the requirements and resources for a secure online booking system for Tudor Rose, which I later designed and developed.
  • Developed reusable content management software for Rowntree Partnership's website.

March 2001 DCS E-Commerce (now Enable Software) Evesham

Web Developer

  • Completed one week of work experience after which I was offered a full or part time placement.
  • Worked on various web projects for their "Enable" Content Management software.
  • The first half of the work experience was carried out in their office along side the Design Manager and Managing Director.

Education

September 2002 to Present Cardiff University Cardiff

  • Completed a 3 year BSc Computer Science degree.

September 2000 to May 2002 Chosen Hill School Sixth Form Gloucestershire

  • Gained 3 A Levels and 2 AS Levels.

December 1997 to July 2000 Chosen Hill School Gloucestershire

  • Gained 9 A to C grades at GCSE Level.

September 1995 to December 1997 Cotswold Secondary School Gloucestershire

Summary of Qualifications

July 2005 Higher Education Cardiff

  • 1st Class BSc (Hons) Degree from Cardiff University.

July 2002 A Level Examinations Gloucestershire

  • Maths B
  • Physics B
  • Chemistry D

July 2000 GCSE Examinations Gloucestershire

  • Maths A
  • English Lang/Lit B/B
  • Chemistry B
  • Physics B
  • Biology C
  • History B
  • Business Studies B
  • French C

Personal Information

  • Nationality: English
  • Date of Birth : 23rd January 1984
  • Marital Status: Single
  • Full UK driving licence
  • Current UK passport

© Matt Brooks 2007