David Werden
15800 Lake Street Ext., Minnetonka, MN 55345
Phone: 952-938-0952
Email: dave@dwerden.com
OBJECTIVE
…to use my combined technical and interpersonal skills in the development of user-friendly
data-driven web-based applications.
WORK HISTORY
2003 “Many of Dave's team members
have raved about his leadership
style since he took over a
leadership role in 1999 with the
Interface Development team,
and then again in 2000 when he
started working with the
development team. His team
members have commented on
his gentle but strong leadership
style. He is also very
conscientious about planning
and managing to expectation
(e.g. maximize billable hours).
… Dave's technical skills in the
area of Cold Fusion, HTML and
JavaScript are as strong as
those of anyone we have at
INTxx. He is seen as the "guru"
in these areas.”
(Sara Schmitz, Supervisor,
Business Development
Manager, INTxx)
“I have really appreciated how
responsive you all have been
when we have needed a tweak
or a fix. … You're the greatest
Dave! Thanks much!”
(John Daniels, Bachman's
Wholesale)
“I really appreciate your
dedication to understanding and
solving client problems in such a
timely way.”
(Dan Keyport, Questar)
“Outstanding team leader who
excelled in getting all to work
together. … Skillfully used
knowledge of group dynamics to
Company: Midwest Medical Insurance Company
Web Developer
Primary duty was as Senior Web Developer; other accomplishments included
presale support, personnel interviews and hiring recommendations, workstation
and server setup and configuration (Windows 2000 Professional), leading
Search Engine Visibility practice, and Macromedia Flash design (“splash” page
introduction and interactive educational presentation). Modified sites to comply
with Federal Americans with Disabilities Act standards (ADA Section 508) and
W3C HTML Standards. Implemented 3rd-party content management solution
using XML and XSL, and built custom content management solutions.
2001- 2003
Company: Endurant Business Solutions
Web Developer
Primary duty was as Senior Web Developer; other accomplishments included
presale support, personnel interviews and hiring recommendations, workstation
and server setup and configuration (Windows 2000 Professional), leading
Search Engine Visibility practice, and Macromedia Flash design (“splash” page
introduction and interactive educational presentation). Modified sites to comply
with Federal Americans with Disabilities Act standards (ADA Section 508) and
W3C HTML Standards. Implemented 3rd-party content management solution
using XML and XSL, and built custom content management solutions.
1996-2001
Integrated Network Technologies (INTxx), Eagan, MN
Team Leader: Web Development
Senior Web developer / Team Leader, Web designer, and project manager. Led
team of up to 12 developers on short-term and long-term projects. Performed
personnel evaluations, recruiting interviews and recommendations, presales
support, project estimation, and training of new developers. Planned and led
development for functional modules that could be easily implemented on
customer Web site, giving the company a high-margin product that could be
priced by sales people without developer support. I was the designer and lead
developer for the Cyberoom portal product, an easily personalized, in-room
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achieve maximum performance.
[He was] extremely adept at
working out individual members’
problems and difficulties.
… Consistently displayed an
outstanding ability in verbal
expressions. Spoke with clarity.
Presentations were typically well
organized and kept audiences’
attention.”
(Capt. L.J. Buckley, USCG
Academy)
hospitality application. Guided my team within tight deadlines to have the
Cyberoom product ready for its nationwide rollout in 1999. Researched and
developed the INTxx Search Engine Visibility product line. Produced online and
printed sales material to help INTxx market some of its applications. Lead
Developer for a personalized online B2B application for Diversified Distributions
Systems – presented a technical overview of this application for the BizNet
Forum in 1998. Graphic interface designer for some sites.
1991-1996
U.S. Coast Guard Academy, New London, CT
Computer Systems Manager
Developed training procedures for new computer users, and implemented skill
enhancement training for advanced users. Recruited and trained other
computer support personnel. Developed databases and applications for various
departments. Managed department budgets and creatively worked with a
blanket computer purchase/upgrade freeze by the government.
1986-1996
U.S. Coast Guard Band, New London, CT
Senior Staff
Supervised 6 Chief Petty Officers and 12 Petty Officers. Evaluated personnel,
focusing on contributions and accomplishments, and suggesting ways to
enhance skills. Wrote and edited awards recommendations. Performed Public
Relations activities and twice served as liaison between this unit and the
producers of live national network broadcasts.
OTHER EXPERIENCE
1989-1996
University of Connecticut, Storrs, CT
Undergraduate and Graduate Instructor
1987-1991
Software Beta Tester, Dr. T’s Software, Sonus, and Steinberg
Tested pre-release software versions of music software for three companies, including the largest
music software publisher in the world (Dr. T). Evaluated suitability for intended markets, traced and
isolated problems, and made recommendations for corrections and enhancements.
1982-1996
Freelance Programmer, Gales Ferry, CT
Developed various applications and utilities using BASIC, FoxPro, and dBase III. Designed and
developed complete sales-entry/invoicing/mailing-list application for small publishing company.
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EDUCATION
New Horizons
Crystal Reports 9.0
Microsoft / New Horizons
Programming a Microsoft SQL 2000 Database
Macromedia
Fast Track to Cold Fusion
FirstTECH Computer
Macromedia Flash Training
University of Connecticut
Master’s Degree, emphasis on pedagogy and education
DeVry Institute of Technology
Basic Electronics (non-degree)
University of Iowa
Bachelor’s Degree in education
PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS
Volunteer mentor for Habitat for Technology
Macromedia Cold Fusion Users’ Group
Member of Pi Kappa Lambda honors society
Listed in Marquis’ Who’s Who in American Education (1996)
and Marquis Comprehensive Who's Who (2001)
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PROJECT DESCRIPTIONS
Client:
Role:
Questar (Research and Consulting)
Developer/Team Lead
Questar services many Fortune 100 companies by building custom survey content and providing
analysis of the results. I consulted with Questar to develop requirements for a secure online survey
application with extensive administrative tools. I designed and built the application and database using
Macromedia Cold Fusion and Microsoft SQL Server 7. The survey system allows for full visual
customization for other businesses that our client deploys this site for. It accommodates several types of
users with different menu options depending on their roles. Surveys can be presented in multiple
languages as well, with most content driven from a database. The administrators use a secure Web site
to collect the applicant’s data, modify various aspects of existing surveys, add/edit/delete users, and
build new surveys, all through a Secure Socket Layer with 128-bit encryption. Administrators also have
different menus and functionality depending on their roles. There are also administrative functions that
our client can enable for their customers’ use. Data harvesting is via downloadable files formatted to
merge directly into our client’s backend legacy systems.
I have worked closely with Questar to develop enhancements for this application during the past three
years. There have also been new related projects using similar technology, but serving different market
segments for Questar. There has also been a new project allowing our Questar’s customers to order
custom reports via a browser interface.
“I really appreciate your dedication to understanding
and solving client problems in such a timely way.”
(Dan Keyport, Questar)
Client:
Role:
Minnesota Council for Quality
Information Portal, Document Management System, Content Management Implementation
Met with client to determine needs, designed site architecture and determined toolset for development
and server software. Designed custom solutions for: document repository, event portal, website (links)
repository, and a rating system for each (1 through 7 stars plus user comments). Built site in
Dreamweaver MX, and set up Macromedia Contribute content system using Dreamweaver templates.
Used Macromedia Cold Fusion MX, custom tags, custom-designed user-designed functions (UDF),
JavaScript validation, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), and DHTML (dynamic HTML menus). Performed
end-user training for Contribute.
Client:
Role:
City of Eden Prairie
Content Management Implementation; Training
Met with client to determine needs, and coordinated with software publisher (Ittrium) to customize their
content management application (Origo). Modified JSP’s to implement custom graphics design into
content-driven templates. Worked with XSL to control content delivery, style, and layout. Formatted and
converted client content for proper web display. Delivered the site from concept to live rollout in 60 days
as per the contract terms.
Client:
Role:
TCF Mortgage
Developer/Team Lead
Worked directly with the client to recommend and implement the most cost-effective solution for a totally
secure environment where customers may submit online mortgage applications. For our client’s
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administrators, the application notifies them via email when a new application is waiting. The
administrators use a secure Web site to log into and collect the applicant’s data through a Secure Socket
Layer with 128-bit encryption. Without user intervention, the program moves loan applications to a
backup folder after harvesting, where they remain until they are automatically purged after two weeks.
An email is sent to an administrator upon submission of an application, so there is no need to check the
Web site constantly. Administrators can also set up one “black out” period for each day, which is a time
during which the Web application is unavailable. This enables the client to update the rate schedule as
interest rates fluctuate. During this process, the administrator can upload an Adobe Acrobat PDF file to
the Web site to display all the rate information. These well-integrated features combine to make it
possible for our client to perform their daily business activities through the Web site even though their
users have very little technology experience. The application uses Macromedia Cold Fusion and stores
secure information to a protected server folder.
“You're terrific, thanks.”
(Karen Ryan, TCF Mortgage)
Client:
Role:
Fairview Hospitals
Project Manager / Developer
Helped Fairview develop specifications for an Intranet site with an employee directory. Assisted in
gathering and converting data from a wide variety of outlying clinics and offices. Coordinated procedures
among various participants so employee privacy policies were honored during all stages. Developed
SQL database, stored procedures, and Macromedia Cold Fusion scripting for the final application, which
had a user interface and an administrator interface. The product was completed with consistentlyformatted data consisting of approximately 18,000 individual entries. Benefits included centralizing a
wide body of data for ease of future maintenance, and reducing ongoing printing and distribution costs of
the previous printed directory.
Client:
Role:
United Health Care
Lead Developer
Client had just designed a new Intranet site and needed an incentive/promotional program to encourage
employees to discover the new Intranet and to use it. The client chose a baseball theme and created
several sets of quiz questions and answers about baseball and the client’s company. I designed and
developed an application that presented users with a different quiz each day for the one-week promotion
period, let them take each survey one time only, scored their results in real time, and displayed their
results along with the cumulative average for all others who took the same quiz. The application was
built with Microsoft Active Server Pages and an Access database.
Client:
Role:
INTxx Product Development – Search Engine Visibility Services
Developer/Team Lead
I researched and developed the procedures and knowledge base for INTxx’s Search Engine Visibility
service. I used my 20 years of experience in search algorithms to develop a service that helps our
customers’ web sites appear near the top of searches in the most popular search engines. I determined
specifications and pricing, and designed and produced marketing materials to evolve this custom service
into a suite of five products.
Client:
Role:
Bachman’s Wholesale Nursery
Developer/Team Lead
Team Lead during development of an Extranet site enabling existing customers to browse inventory and
place orders online. I also developed a browser-administered mass-mailing tool that can broadcast
emails to their customers. Emails are configured as HTML but are compatible with text-only email clients
as well.
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“I have really appreciated how responsive you all have been when we have
needed a tweak or a fix. … You're the greatest, Dave! Thanks much!”
(John Daniels, Bachman's Wholesale)
Client:
Role:
Fairview Hospitals, Online Education
Developer
Developed a browser-based tool for building quizzes on specially-developed training materials that our
client purchased. The tool I developed featured the ability to build a complete quiz by specifying each
question, its list of answer choices, and the scoring parameters. I also developed a compete set of
browser-based reporting tools for our client’s administrators to use, showing number of users signed up
for the system, number who have completed the quizzes, and the scores they achieved, enabling our
client to judge the progress and effectiveness of the system and the training materials.
Client:
Role:
Norcraft Cabinets
Developer
Our client needed a suite of simple tools to maintain their database of dealers and distributors, download
the dealer database for import to their backend systems, and collect information submitted via Web
forms. I also developed a Web tool that allows potential customers to search by Zip Code for the nearest
dealer. I helped the client determine the most cost-effective solution, built a set of browser-based
administrative tools, and programmed the Zip Code proximity tool and its algorithms. Tools used were
Macromedia Cold Fusion and Microsoft Access.
Client:
Role:
Cyberoom (In-Room Internet Portal for the Hospitality Industry)
Developer/Team Lead
I designed and built the sotware application that drives an in-room hotel application, portal to the
Internet, and management tool. Coded the Macromedia Cold Fusion scripts and Microsoft SQL database
that drive the guest program and the hotel maintenance application.
The application accommodates both national and local content. It allows the appearance and content to
be personalized for each location where it is installed. I also developed JavaScript menu effects and
animations, and built a browser-based management tool for adding and modifying links.
Client:
Role:
Verifications, Inc. – Employee Background Investigation Company
Developer/Team Lead
Project lead for this company’s Web site, which includes a client-only area for reading online security
and background checks. The application uses Macromedia Cold Fusion to pull data from our client’s
existing Sybase database and produce nicely-formatted Web pages, suitable for printing. Also
incorporates a time-of-day check to disallow data access from midnight to 1AM – issues a ½ hour
warning with JavaScript, then redirects the user to a different page during the blocked time. The project
also included converting many of the client’s materials into Adobe Acrobat documents, so that the
documents are presented on the Web with all their formatting intact. Extensive formatting of the HTML
Web forms so they more closely match the client’s printed forms.
Client:
Role:
Hines Minnesota – Commercial Real Estate Company
Developer/Team Lead
I worked with Hines project leaders to develop requirements for a web-based property information tool.
Developed a data-driven application to display property information using Macromedia Cold Fusion and
Microsoft Access. Potential renters can view general building information, space availability, floor plans,
and projected operating costs for each of their several properties. Browser-based management tool for
easy maintenance of information by our client’s employees.
Subsequent phases included an application to automatically manage Web cam files that are uploaded to
our server. The application places the newest one on the Web site and archives the previous files.
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Client:
Role:
Pro-Fit International – Automotive Accessory Manufacturer/Distributor
Developer/Team Lead
Added dynamic features to this company’s main site to enable customers to locate the nearest dealer.
The customer enters their Zip code, and our application searches through a database of 76,000 Zip
codes and 3,000 dealers, performs algorithms to compute mileage to each, and returns a list of the 6
closest dealers. Developed using Macromedia Cold Fusion and Microsoft Access, plus a subscription to
a 3rd-party Zip code database subscription.
Second phase added functionality so that a dealer could see new documentation and products and
download nicely-formatted spec sheets. Businesses that wish to become dealers can fill out an online
form to be considered as an official dealer.
Client:
Role:
Northwestern Communications – Regional Utility/Communications Company
Developer/Team Lead
Developed an Intranet site for the Collaboration Team’s members consisting of 3 sections. The first
section contained resource information including an employee directory and a calendar. The second
section was devoted to the project teams and the projects they were working on. It consisted of a simple
document management solution. The third section focused on the community. Phase 2 expanded on the
community section to include: a news section with recent industry information, company information,
local information, FAQ area, and feedback form. This project included development of Reusable Modular
Solutions as well as customizing and adapting 3rd-party products, all using Macromedia Cold Fusion and
Microsoft SQL Server.
Client:
Role:
Greene Holcomb & Fisher
Application Developer
Developed the portion of this web site that displays the “tombstones” of previous transactions, driven
from a backend database. We also included a browser-based administration tool to allow our client to
easily add/edit/delete transactions. Tools used for this portion of the site were Macromedia Cold Fusion
and Microsoft Access and Front Page.
Client:
Role:
The Bergquist Company
Developer
Developed a search engine for their Web site that searches through all the HTML pages as well as the
Adobe Acrobat (PDF) files. Results are displayed with a ranking system indicating how closely the
page/file matches the search term. Developed using Macromedia Cold Fusion and the Verity search
technology.
A separate phase involved converting many of their specification sheets from Acrobat PDF files into
HTML pages to enable simpler and quicker display where exact page layout was not critical.
Client:
Role:
Viking Electric Supply
Developer/Team Lead
Consulted with Viking Electric to determine requirement and scope for a Web site with a fresh,
professional look, which would allow their dealers to easily find information about products they carry,
and to offer a convenient channel to their vendors’ sites for more complete information on products.
Helped them refine their requirements into a cost-effective solution. Developed a full set of dynamic
pages that merged a graphic intensive interface (from INTxx’s Graphic Design Department) with datadriven information. The site uses a backend database to display current job openings, locations of the
client’s storefront locations, and a hierarchical view of their line cards. Tools used were Macromedia
Cold Fusion and Microsoft Access and Front Page. Trained our client’s personnel in using Microsoft
Front Page, Microsoft Access, and the browser tools to administrator the live data on the site.
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Client:
Role:
Diversified Distribution Systems - Wholesale Distribution Company
Developer/Team Lead
Client is a distributor of “consumable” goods (items that are used and discarded, such as plastic cups,
various office supplies, and a large inventory of logo-personalized items) for their various customers,
including Fortune 100 companies (including Target/Dayton and Northwest Airlines). I led the team to
develop an application that would enable DDS customers to log in and see a site personalized the
customer’s company, including logo, color scheme, and news items. The customer could order online,
and the items they could view and the prices were customized for each customer via a backend
database. The order form had two modes: a “power user” mode, where experienced users could enter
just the quantity and part number in order to make the process as quick as possible, and a
“search/browse” mode, which enabled less-experienced users to easily find the part they required.
We also developed browser-based administration tools with interfaces for DDS and for their customers
to use to update news items.
Client:
Role:
Corporate Health Systems – Employee Benefits Consulting Firm
Accessibility Consultant
Our client was concerned that their site should be accessible to people who were vision impaired. I
researched the appropriate standards and converted the client’s existing web site so it became
compliant with the existing accessibility standards. Identified and repaired several significant barriers to
access by individuals with disabilities, so that the resultant site earned acceptance by the Center for
Applied Special Technology (the Bobby Award).
Client:
Role:
Sioux Nation Agriculture
Developer/Team Lead
Developed a Web site and Intranet based on a customized solution using preexisting templates. The
site was customized to include a custom design, a dynamic specialist section, and a secure Intranet area
for their employees. The Intranet consisted of an employee directory, bulletin board and email.
Substantially modified two 3rd-party products to fit the needs of this customer. This project was
developed using Macromedia Cold Fusion and Microsoft SQL Server.
Client:
Role:
United States Coast Guard Academy
Staff: Division Computer Manager
Responsible for operations, procurement, and training for one department of this 4-year college.
Programmed various custom applications. Converted a collection of official U.S. Department of
Transportation documents into Macintosh-compatible format. Developed training and support staff.
Client:
Role:
Whaling Music Publishers
Freelance programmer
Developed custom user interface and complete application for order entry, inventory, accounting,
customer management, and shipping. Designed custom disk-management application to meet needs of
more storage space on floppy disks required by client hardware. Converted a BASIC program into a
dBASE-III program, and converted original proprietary data format to standard relational database.
In subsequent phases I added an online database of music titles, random banner displays and tracking,
and other active functionality using JavaScript, Dynamic HTML drop-down menus, XML and XSL,
Macromedia Cold Fusion, Microsoft Active Server Pages, and a Microsoft SQL Server 7 database.
Seamlessly integrated a 3rd-partly search engine tool into the look and feel of the existing site.
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Client:
Role:
University of Connecticut
Visiting lecturer
Taught graduate and undergraduate students. Listed in Marquis’ Who’s Who in American Education.
Client:
Role:
Published Author/Editor
Author of three books and approximately one dozen magazine articles. Editor of two books.
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