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Jeremy Wilken

Hi there, I'm a web developer based in the Houston, Texas area, and I enjoy solving problems with software.

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eBay

Jan 2013 - Present

Senior Software Engineer

Joined the Analytics team at eBay to create internal analysis tools.

  1. Developed large scale enterprise applications that deal with big data.
  2. Build upon open source platforms, and contributed back to the project community.
  3. Interfaced with numerous platforms to create a single interface for analytics.

Cory Webb Media

Jan 2012 - Dec 2012

Senior Web Developer

Worked on a wide range of client projects, from small brochure style websites to customized integrations between multiple web systems. Worked closely with clients and managed projects with other team members.

  1. Developed custom Joomla based applications for a wide range of clients with small to large projects.
  2. Consulted with eBay on a major project as part of the web development of an analytics package.
  3. Worked with clients such as the UN, University of Texas, and Concierge Auctions.

Gnome on the run

2000 - 2012

Owner, Freelance Web Developer

Gnome on the run is the professional frontend of personal web development freelancing since 2000. Built custom websites, consulted on large applications, and managed client projects.

  1. Worked with a wide range of clients such as NBC, JoomlaBamboo, Valparaiso University, and the Scottish Government.
  2. Developed fullscale websites from scratch and based on several CMS systems.
  3. Areas of focus were in Joomla CMS, PHP development, Flash development, and custom applications.

JoomlaShack

June 2010 - Sept 2011

Lead Developer

JoomlaShack produces Joomla templates and extensions, and this position required the development of many resources for sale as well as supporting customers and managing projects.

  1. Produced numerous Joomla extensions.
  2. Created a template framework for template production.
  3. Provided customer support for advanced issues.
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Programming

Programming is the core of my interests and skills. Having developed with multiple languages, the core competency is in PHP. I love object oriented programming, and appreciate quality frameworks and tools. I refuse to work without source code management (Git preferred) and ideally projects should have a full build process setup (Jenkins, CI server) if they are large enough to benefit.

Site Development

Over the years I've done more than programming, I've done pretty much everything from Flash interactions to designing to video produciton. Often freelancing required learning additional skills, and while I am not a specialist in many of them, I enjoy the challenge of learning new skills.

Video Production

With a degree in TV/Radio broadcasting, video production is a core skill and interest of mine. I particularly enjoy the shooting and post-production elements when working in a team environment.

Programs and Languages

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Valparaiso University

Bachelor of Arts in TV/Radio Communications

Studied TV/Radio broadcasting along with minors in Political Science, German, and graduated from the honors program called Christ College.

While at Valpo, I participated in a number of student groups or activities.

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Photography

I invested in a Canon DSLR camera, and have found great joy in practicing photography. I particularly enjoy shooting in nature or while traveling.

Home Brewing

A fun interest that others enjoy as well, I regularly brew various ales. Its a great hobby that others can enjoy, but the ability to craft and experiement to create specific types of beer is particularly exciting.

Service and Ministry

Serving through my church is a key part of my life. Finding ways to serve in the community is extremely rewarding and a powerful experience to share with others.