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KENNY A. CHAFFIN
11999 East Arizona Ave
Aurora, CO 80012
(303) 750-2135 Email: kenny@kacweb.com
Website http://www.kacweb.com

CAREER OBJECTIVE:

Continued growth in my technical and business expertise in on-line and
standalone programming environments.

CAREER SUMMARY:

20 Years experience in the Computer Field
12 years experience in internet/web programming
(perl, java, javascript, c#, html)
5+ Years Technical and Project management at U S WEST Adv. Technologies
creating technology assessment reports, methodologies, and standards.
BS Degree in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science
(Univ. of Colorado)
Additional academic study in the field of psychology, continued
independent study in many areas - art, writing, photography, computers
and electronics
FCC (1st class) Radiotelephone and Extra Class Amateur Radio Licenses
Colorado Engineering in Training Certification

KEY SKILLS and ACCOMPLISHMENTS:

Programming to implement and support dynamic and personalized e-commerce
websites using Java, Perl, SQL, ATG Dynamo, Oracle, Toad, MySQL, XML, XSL, XSD
etc., HTML, Photoshop, PHP, C#, Asp.Net, Visual Studio .NET, Netbeans, Apache,
IIS, MS-SQL, (familiar with weblogic, jboss and other application servers). C,
C++, Visual C++, Basic, Visual Basic

Design and development of interactive websites including database design and
interfaces for customer information storage, classified advertising, e-commerce,
student records, course selection and registration.

Implementation of web-based e-commerce for various companies and industries.
Unix-based webmaster and system administration skills (Solaris,
Apache, Enterprise Server, Mysql, Realaudio, Ichat, Perl, Java..)

Extensive experience in Internet application design, programming and graphics

Experience creating stand-alone applications for Windows, Unix, and Linux Design,
development, and programming of numerous professional websites including site
and graphic design, programming and management.

Developed corporate-level System and Process level standards for US WEST.

Published author of over 50 science and technical articles.

Hardware design, engineering, programming and production of a microprocessor based
communications and voice synthesis systems for PCs.

WORK EXPERIENCE:

July 2001 Sr. Web Applications Developer
Present First Advantage Saferent

Java programming design, implementation, bug fixing on ATG Dynamo
Application Server. (Dynamo 5.0, 5.1, 5.5 6.2, Oracle 8i,9i)
Implementation of Credit Card Processing for Independent Owner
Application. Bug fixes and enhancements on main application. Development
of custom "Profile" object to replace Dynamo Personalization Server (cost
reduction). Implementation of major revision - "SSNDip Removal" to reduce
cost of business resulting in significant cost savings. Worked on
replacing proprietary XML handling in ATG Dynamo to move to open standards
(JAXP, Xerces, etc.) C#, Asp.Net programming to create a web-based
consumer interface to on-line insurance application and property
management system. Designed and implemented three-layer architecture
(data, business, user) for ease of programming, maintenance and
enhancement.

July 2000 - Senior Software Engineer
May 2001 Information and Graphics Systems (IGS)

Design, architecture, and implementation for IGS client websites and
systems using Java 1.2.2, Redhat Linux/Linux, MySQL, Oracle, ATG Dynamo 4.5.0
application servers and Apache webservers, Enhydra 3.0.1 application
server. Designed and implemented a dynamic subsystem for AT&T Broadband
Systems to integrate ATG Dynamo to Interwoven XML files for display of
channel offerings based on user location.

Design, architecture, implementation and team lead in developing a Driver
Training system for IGS client KQ Corporation for the State of Hawaii.
This system was designed using public domain technologies (Enhydra, MySQL).
The system provided login security, various user priviledges (administrator,
student, teacher). It provided student registration, tracking and management
functions as well as interfacing to a driving simulator provided by Hyperion
Technologies for triggering 'drives' and collecting results.

Systems and Technologies used: Apache Web server, MySQL, Oracle 8.1.5,
Linux 6.2, ATG Dynamo 4.5 Application, Commerce, and Personalization Servers.
XML, UML, SQL, Javascript 1.2, Java 2.0, Visual Café, Jbuilder, Kawa,
Photoshop, Ultraedit

January 2000 - Senior Web Programmer
June 2000 Wholepeople.com

Programming, enhancing and maintaining the Wholepeople.com website backend
using Java 1.1.7, 1.2, Oracle, ATG Dynamo 4.5.0 application servers and
Apache webservers. Created kiosk login mechanism for tracking kiosk
registrations and purchases. Implemented WHMD "catcher" pages to link
partner websites and display selected products. Worked with Netperceptions,
Cybercash, xml. Vignette, Dynamo Application, Personalization and Commerce servers.
Programming, maintaining and enhancing Amrion (a division of Wholepeople)
websites. These sites were perl based running on an Intel server under BSDI Unix.
Created database and programming for displaying Drug-Nutrient Interactions
for the physiologics.com website. Took ATG training courses - Fastrack,
Dynamo for Java Programmers I, and Dynamo for Java Programmers II.

Systems and Technologies used: Sun Enterprise 250, Sun Enterprise 450,
Solaris 2.7, BSDI Unix, Apache Web server, service, MySQL. Oracle 8.1.5,
ATG Dynamo Application, Commerce, and Personalization Servers, SQL, Toad,
Perl 5, Javascript 1.2, Java 2.0, Visual Café, Kawa, Photoshop

May 1999 - Webmaster
December 1999 Jones Enterprise Services (subsidiary of Jones International)

Web server administration, programming, and high-end site design.
Managed multiple Sun Solaris (2.5,2.6) based Web Servers running
Netscape Enterprise Server 3.51. Experience with RealMedia servers,
Proxicom, Mysql, Ichat. Statistics reporting using Web Trends.
Sitescope used for monitoring systems. Also managed NT-based servers
and applications as well as Linux and Apache servers.

Implemented E-Commerce for multiple Jones websites using Cybersource.
Developed web interface and programming (perl cgi) for direct
interface to multiple Jones e-commerce sites. Implemented Intershop
StoreFront for the Great American Country website.

Website programming using Perl, C, Java to support data storage,
custom database implementation of JIU course catalog. Programming
for dynamic playlist display for Great American Country.

Assisted in implementation of High-Availability Sun Enterprise
450 system for the E-Education division of Jones.

Worked with design of Jones.com portal, redesign of Great
American Country Website, Jones Intranet site, and other
site revisions.

Systems and Technologies used: Sun Ultra 1, Sun Enterprise 450,
Solaris 2.5, 2.6, Netscape Enterprise Server 3.5.1, Linux,
Apache server, Intershop storefront e-commerce, Cybersource
e-commerce approval service, Proxicom Forum, WWWThreads forum,
Ichat, RealMedia G2, MySQL. Perl 5, C, Javascript 1.2, Java 2.0,
Visual Café, SQL, Photoshop, Illustrator...

November 1996 KAC Website Design
Present Independent website consulting, programming and
contracting

Responsibilities: Owner of business Customer and business
management, Website Design and Management, and Programming.

Maintenance and management of approximately a dozen client
website.
Programming for Medical Industry Training system
Javascript, ActiveX (Medlap)
Custom Online Student Degree Planning Database system for
JIU (perl/CGI).
JIU course websites Graphic design, site design, programming
Automated Voting System for Top 15 Videos for Great American
Country Website
Server-Push Ticker Applet (commercial Java product)
Adserver Banner Applet (commercial Java product)
Javascript Quiz system for JIU
CGI (perl) Quiz and Exam system for JIU
Hosting Services and site management for Clients.

Expertise in: Java 1.02, 1.1, 1.2, Javascript 1.1, 1.2, Perl
4.0,5.0, CGI, Symantec Visual Cafe‚ (1.02, 3.0), Kawa,
Visual J++ 6.0, Visual C++ 6.0, Win32 API, MASM, ActiveX,
Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, Windows 95, Linux, Various
flavors of Unix. Apache Web Server, System/site administration.
Familiar with: SQL, Web-oriented database operation (mysql,
etc.), Visual Foxpro, Visual Basic

October 1995 Internet Services Programmer -
October 1996 Jones Internet Channel (subsidiary of Jones Intercable)
Englewood, CO

Responsibilities: Design, development, programming and
maintenance of Web pages and sites for both internal Jones
companies and external clients.
Developed and implemented multiple web sites for internal and
external organizations. Designed, produced and implemented
Great American Country Web site (http://www.countrystars.com/).
Maintained web sites for Jones Education Networks, including
Mind Extension University and International University College
(IUC- now JIU) sites which include on-line courses and study
guides. IUC sites have included Shockwave, VRML and Java
components.

December 1993 - Freelance Writer and Computer Consultant.
September 1995
Produced 8 multimedia book advertising presentations, numerous
other multimedia presentations including CD-ROM production.
Designed and created personal and commercial internet/web pages
using HTML and multimedia tools.
Revised and created a user manual for Time-Warner National
division for use with their programmable cable converter boxes
nationwide.
Published 9 technical articles in The Electron.
Wrote three science fiction novels--currently being marketed.
Produced a monthly newsletter for Mountain Air Ranch.
Wrote 4 children's science articles for D.C. Heath supplemental
reading program (grades 4-6)

February 1987 - Member Technical Staff -- U S WEST Advanced Technologies
December 1993

Approved Products List (APL) Group (3/93-12/93)

Responsibilities: Maintenance of Approved Products List, Product
Evaluation, Vendor Management, Client assistance in using APL.

Evaluated corporate level Novell Netware 4.0 naming issues and
produced recommendation.
Developed various End User Computing Strategies/standards.
Project Managed a corporate-wide group to create and select four
standard desktop configurations meeting 90% of U S WEST Desktop
PC needs. This gave significant savings at all levels--
purchasing, maintenance, and support.

System Mechanization Standards Group (9/90-3/93)

Responsibilities: Development of Corporate SMS Standards.

Worked with groups throughout U S WEST to develop corporate
standards. This work involved project managing groups of
participants from all areas of the corporation through the
standards development process, required the ability to organize
and direct a diverse group of technical experts from multiple
areas, and the ability to create and write effective standards
Standards Completed: Unix Interface, Project Conformance Review
Process, APL Product Evaluation Process, and C++

Software Assets Group (2/88-9/90)

Responsibilities: Planning activities in the Software Reuse area.

Developed definition, process, and implementation plans for
software reuse in U S WEST. Developed Reuse Framework for
evaluating candidate areas. Developed Domain Analysis Methodology
for identifying reusable software components within and across
project domains.

Produced domain analysis of Workstation Domain to guide
identification of reusable software in the Distributed
Technology Platform.

Developed and implemented software acceptance tests for Minitel
Emulations on DOS, MAC, Apple II, and Commodore for the Omaha
CommunityLink project.

Technology Assessments Group (2/87-1/88)

Responsibilities: Research, production, coordination, and
publication of Technology assessment investigations for U S WEST

This work required project management, coordination of subject
matter experts, in depth research and superior writing and
editing skills.
Produced technology assessments of: Voice Synthesis, Fourth
Generation Languages, and Electromagnetic Storage.
Created a Technology Assessment Methodology which guided all
technology assessments efforts for this group.

September 1986- Independent Consultant
February 1987 Cygnus Systems (self-owned proprietorship)
Denver, Colorado

Responsibilities: Management, operation, and Consultant
for PC's and Local Area Networks.
Computer repairs, network installation and troubleshooting
and general consulting on computer hardware.

(also August 1982 - December 1983)
Designed, built and marketed "The Sounding Board," one of
the first voice synthesizers for personal computers.

February 1985- Network Systems Engineer
September 1986 MicroAge Computers
Westminster, Colorado

Responsibilities: Hardware and software integration of local area
network and multiuser computer systems.
Consulted, designed, and installed over a dozen Novell networks
for MicroAge customers. Designed and developed a Novell Network
compatible shared modem software package and a network compatible
database system using the C programming language.
Conducted training classes for Novell, Unix, and MS-DOS.
Supervised component level computer board repair department.

January 1984- Development Engineer/Group Leader
January 1985 Goodyear Aerospace Corporation
Litchfield Park, Arizona

Responsibilities: Group Leader for Output Section of high-speed
synthetic aperture radar (SAR) image processing system used by
the U.S. Air Force reconnaissance -- "The Blackbird". Security
Clearance: DOD Secret.
Promoted to Group Leader of digital image filtering and output
system after 6 months.

February 1979- Chief Engineer
August 1982 American Teledata Corporation
Denver, Colorado

Responsibilities: Development and Integration of microcomputer
hardware and software for customer applications.
Worked with personal microcomputers based on Z80, 8080, and 8086.
Engineered and designed hardware and software for a
microprocessor based data communications system used in the
Credit Bureau and Banking industry.

May 1977- Service Manager/Bench Technician
February 1979 Johnson Communications
Aurora, Colorado
Management and repair of commercial two-way radio systems.

EDUCATION:
1983 Bachelor of Science. Degree in Electrical Engineering and
Computer Science, University of Colorado at Denver.
1983 Engineer-in-Training accreditation-Colorado.
1980 Four year study of Psychology toward B.S.
1977 First Class Radio Telephone License. Amateur Radio operator since

OTHER: Freelance Writer/Published Author, Amateur Radio Operator, Artist,
Poet, Runner, IEEE Member - IEEE Computer Society, ACM Member.