My professional work and interests
Based in Portland, Oregon, I work as a database developer who specializes in T-SQL programming and
business intelligence development. I have experience developing database solutions on SQL Server 2000,
2005, and 2008.
Never complacent with my current set of skills, I have always put a great deal of value on
professional development. Along with staying engaged with a number of local SQL Server user groups
in the Portland area, you'll often find me carrying around a book or two on technical areas that
interest me. Please feel free to visit my
portfolio for some samples of my programming work.
I also encourage you to visit my list of
favorite database development resources.
Technical certifications
SQL Server 2008:
- Microsoft Certified IT Professional (MCITP): Business Intelligence Developer 2008.
- Microsoft Certified IT Professional (MCITP): Database Developer 2008.
- Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist (MCTS): SQL Server 2008 Business Intelligence
Development and Maintenance.
- Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist (MCTS): SQL Server 2008 Database Development.
SQL Server 2005:
- Microsoft Certified IT Professional (MCITP): Database Developer.
- Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist (MCTS): SQL Server 2005 Business Intelligence
Development.
- Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist (MCTS): SQL Server 2005.
Education
I studied history at the University of Wisconsin at Madison and earned my Bachelor of Arts degree
with Honors in the Major from that institution. I continued my academic work at the University of
Rochester, New York, where I earned my Master of Arts degree in American history. Turning my career
towards database development, I pursued coursework in computer programming at Portland Community
College.