Peter Pitchford

PO Box 584, Accord, New York 12404 • 845-626-2861•

Programmer/Developer

Results-oriented, technically sophisticated programming professional with solid history of effective website design and development, software development, and application design. Exceptional ability to work under high pressure, offering solid skills in systems architecture/design, full cycle of project development, and visionary productivity/performance/systems enhancement, complimented by a proven ability to deliver innovative improvement strategies to meet organizational objectives. Seeks telecommuting position.

Areas of Expertise:

  • Website Development & Execution
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  • Database Design/Development

  • Project Management/Coordination
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  • Systems Strategy & Implementation

  • Troubleshooting & Problem Resolution
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  • User Training and Support

Technical Proficiencies

Platforms: / Linux, Apache, Windows NT, Mac OS
Tools: / UltraEdit, Dreamweaver, Flash, Fireworks, Photoshop, Illustrator, Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint; PHP, ASP, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Mysql, pgsql

Professional Experience

Programmer, Web Developer, Geotonics, Accord, New York2014 – 2015

As the owner/operator of Geotonics I have contracted with various startups as they got off the ground.

  • Took over an event driven Wordpress Social Media website.
  • Built a showcase for beach front property in Nicaragua.
  • Built a front and backend for dealers partnered with Verizon to sell network equipment to retail franchises across the country. The application keeps track of hardware sales, customer data, and subscription services.
  • Built plugins and added custom algorithms to Word Press sites.

Programmer, New Global Marketing, Rosendale, New York2003 – 2014

Served as lead webpage programmer. Designed and implemented web applications; supported and administered web-enabled applications and web serving systems, and identified and resolved technical issues. Oversaw and troubleshooted a database of 3000+ products. Conducted extensive systems administration, reporting/distribution, and software configuration. Identified/resolved technical issues, and database/web breaches. Conducted extensive project coordination/planning, troubleshooting, and application installations and implementations. Assessed, mitigated, resolved deficiencies, and strategically recommended corrective actions.

Key Achievements:

  • Implemented search engine optimizations, directly aligned company visibility and presence; added and updated links for various brands and categories.
  • Resolved and conducted extensive troubleshooting of numerous technical issues; re-authored code to optimize e-commerce website.
  • Edited PHP, HTML, CSS and JavaScript; implemented flash audio streaming, and developed database.
  • Supported cross-functional teams in planning and execution of special projects. Critically evaluated project requirements and coordinated delivery of appropriate resources to meet operating demands.

Website Editor, Enneagram Institute, Stone Ridge, New York 2004-2014

Collaborated with the Director of Special Programs to update and manage website using ASP, HTML, CSS, and JavaScript. Identified and resolved technical issues. Conducted and prepared daily/weekly/monthly processing of reports. Performed regular support and administering of website development.

Key Achievements:

  • Implemented processes and systems that generated higher productivity and revenues through daily operations management and superior leadership.

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Education and Training

Computer Science, Ulster County Community College, Stone Ridge, New York

~ Cisco Networking Academy Program