CV
You can find more information in the PDF version of my curriculum vitae.
Profile / Career Objective
As an enthusiastic and confident Computer Scientist I am looking for an exciting role in a competitive organisation that will provide opportunities for me to increase my abilities and develop my career in software. I love to work with cutting edge technology to deliver original and creative solutions.
Education
2004 –2008: University of Strathclyde
Degree: BSc (Honours) Computer Science
I am currently studying the following subjects for my final year:
- Software Architecture
- Software Evaluation
- Multimedia Information Access
- High Integrity Systems
- Distributed Programming
- E-Commerce Technologies
In addition to the above I am undertaking an individual honours project involving development of a web-based automatic lab allocation system. This interests me because it involves a common algorithmic problem. I am also enthusiastic about creating interactive and useable applications.
Whilst at University I have practised a wide range of design techniques; UML modelling, Extreme Programming, Enhanced Entity Relationship Diagrams, Model View Controller and Frameworks. Other technologies I have experienced are SOAP and AJAX.
Languages: Java PHP with exposure to C.
1998–2004: Duncanrig Secondary School
- Computing - Higher B
- Mathematics -Higher C / Intermediate A
- English -Higher C / Intermediate A
- Craft an Design - Higher C
Employment History
2006 – 2007 Newsquest (Evening Times) Glasgow / Web Desk
During my time at The Evening Times I did temporary work for the Web Desk. This involved working with people more experienced than myself using a number of applications including Quark Express and FotoStation Pro (for image management) as well as the in-house Content Management System for online news aggregation. At the end of my time spent with the paper I was offered a fixed position with the team.
2003 – 2006 W. M Morrison’s Supermarket(formerly Safeway)
East Kilbride / Sales Assistant
Upon joining Safeway I was assigned as a team member of the newly established, “Home Entertainment” department. This was an interesting and challenging department as it was one of the first of its kind within the Safeway organisation. My role was initially a cashier but through hard work I was promoted to selling electrical products and handling queries from the public. I learned to give excellent customer service and manage my time, as well as communicate clearly within a team and make responsible decisions.
Interests and Additional Information
- Athletics: I have been running since I was a teenager and became a member of the Scottish Athletics Team at seventeen. Since then I have competed for Scotland several times both individually and in a relay team. I also run for a local team, East Kilbride Athletic Club.
- Music: I taught myself to play guitar when I was sixteen and recently started learning piano. I find music a great way of expressing myself and relaxing.
- Web Design: I am enthusiastic about web standards, accessibility and usability and have built and maintained many websites. I use a combination of PHP, XML, MYSQL and JavaScript.
- Affiliations: Member of British Computer Society
- Other: I enjoy going to the cinema and socialising with friends.
Achievements
- I achieved the position of Vice-Captain at Duncanrig Secondary School. This involved a wide range of responsibilities; delegating tasks to house captains, organising events, solving student-related problems and public speaking. This improved my confidence and ability to work closely with others.
- I have held Scottish Athletics titles (under17, under20 and under23) for 100m, 200m, 400m as well as being ranked first for those events and at under17 level held the British 150m record.
- I was presented with East Kilbride and South Lanarkshire Young Sports Personality of the Year award in 2005.