Note: this is slightly out of date; in late 2008, my partner Yoni and I started Active Frequency, an agile web development consultancy.
Summary of Qualifications
10 years of web and database development experience with a diverse set of technologies, focused on providing effective solutions for a wide range of problems. Substantial domain experience in educational and political settings. Proven ability to succeed in both deadline-driven and long-term development situations. Superb written and verbal communication skills. Expertise in conflict resolution, crisis management and team-building.
Professional Experience
Polimedia Group
Coordinated and led development of Polihood.com, a politically oriented social network launching summer 2008. Managed a team of developers of different experience levels and strengths. Participated in corporate strategic planning.
Boston University Networked Information Services
Developed cost-effective solutions for internal clients at the fourth-largest university in the United States. Representatie projects:
- Course Search: www.bu.edu/search/coursedescriptions/
- Dining Services: www.bu.edu/dining/
- BU RideShare: www.bu.edu/rideshare/
Edwards and Kelcey Engineers
Analyzed new and ongoing business problems at all levels of a 900-person, 20-office professional services firm and developed appropriate solutions. Representative projects:
- File Exchange System (fes.ekcorp.com)
- "EKGateways", an internal reporting and project management portal
- Blackberry-driven field data collection system for a traffic study at Port Authority Bus Terminal (NYC)
- Web-based Performance Appraisal and Compensation review system
Independent Consulting
Performed web and database development projects for diverse clients. Sample projects:
- Web-based school closing notification system (Scotch Plains-Fanwood High School)
- Databases to collect and analyze data for medical studies (Mt. Sinai School of Medicine)
- Web presence for band "The Road", including administration back-end (www.thebandtheroad.com)
Junior Statesmen Summer School
Trained and supervised a staff of 11 college-age Resident Assistants over two month-long sessions of a politics-centric summer school program for high school students hosted at Georgetown University. Key responsibilities included:
- Developing and implementing a training program for RAs
- Planning and coordinating academic, social and political activities for students
- Crisis management, conflict resolution and mediation with both students and staff
Education
Brandeis University (Waltham, MA)
Master of Arts in Politics, 2004
GPA: 4.0; thesis awarded the Brandeis Politics Faculty Memorial Prize
Bachelor of Arts in Politics and Computer Science, 2004
GPA: 3.7; magna cum laude; Highest Honors in Politics
Technical Expertise
- Proficient: Python/Django, PHP, XHTML, CSS, JavaScript (including AJAX), Classic ASP, VB 6
- Substantial experience with: Apache, MySQL, MS SQL Server, Subversion, IIS
- Familiar with: Java, ASP.net, Crystal Reports, Perl, C++, Lisp/Scheme
Additional Experience
- Debate experience on high school and collegiate levels (JSA, APDA)
- 3 years as a Resident Advisor for first-year and upper-class students
- Substantial experience with event planning
- Fluent in Russian