Joshua Porter

Multi-faceted software developer versed in multiple programming languages and development frameworks. Partners successfully across teams to achieve project objectives. Complex problem-solver with analytical and driven mindset. Dedicated to achieving demanding development objectives according to tight schedules while producing impeccable code. Detail-oriented, organised and meticulous employee. Enthusiastic team player ready to contribute to company success.

Leasing.com

• Completed a project to develop a bespoke third-party application that could be integrated using JavaScript on a partners site (parkers.co.uk)
• Wrote clear and concise documentation for the developers at the partner company to integrate the web application components into their own codebase
• Designed and implemented a resource heavy running task, utilising Azure Container Instances to optimise performance
• Maintained a self-hosted Linux build agent for use with DevOps CI/CD pipelines
• Maintained and adapted existing CI/CD pipelines to allow for continuous integration into test and production environments
• Carried out bug fixes and small feature changes on .NET Core API microservices
• Worked with codebases that utilise numerous frameworks: .NET 6, VB.NET, Vue.js, typescript, JavaScript
• Wrote meaningful unit tests (xUnit and Cypress) and integration tests to test my own work
• Conducted code reviews and manual testing of colleagues pull requests.

Red Bear

• Led a team of developers to analyse and build software from ground up through to completion
• Mentored apprentices right from the beginning of their software development career
• Trained team to develop skills using software applications and hardware
• Wrote clean, clear and well-tested code for various projects
• Implemented system testing and validation guidelines
• Managed software lifecycle from concept to execution
• Modified existing software to upgrade interfaces and elevate performance
• Produced algorithms and flow charts to develop new software and systems
• Collaborated with teams regarding technical issues, software system design and maintenance
• Gathered feedback to innovate and improve user experience
• Managed software programming and documentation development
• Designed and built scalable APIs to increase development workflow
• Maintained code bases for a number of .NET Core RESTful API microservices
• Verified and resolved bug reports and issues
• Consulted with customers regarding project development and proposals
• Developed and implemented source control and branching process using GIT for company-wide use
• Extensive exposure and involvement in infrastructure management, CI/CD pipelines and k8 clusters
• Implemented and configured the teams agile methodology within Azure DevOps
• Played a major role in a data migration project from a customers legacy system (VB.NET)
• Had an integral role in building a Vue.js web app billing system from the ground up
• Completed a project to upgrade the existing codebase from .NET 2.1/3 to .NET 5
• Wrangling of data found in varying stores: Microsoft SQL Server, Cosmos DB, Azure Blob Storage, Azure Table Storage.

• Institute of Apprenticeships - Software Development Technician (Level 3), Distinction
• BCS - Certificate in Programming (Level 3), Pass
• BCS - Certificate in Software Development Context and Methodologies (Level 3), Pass