August Detlefsen
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Web and Java Application Architect

Sun Microsystems/Oracle Corporation
Menlo Park, CA

2000 - Present

Java and Oracle development on Sun intranet and extranet sites for Executive Communications, Brand, Advertising, Public Relations, and Analyst Relations Departments.

Architected and developed a complete, re-usable Oracle/JSP/JavaBeans/Taglibs content architecture including online content management tools, project management 'dashboards', digital assets archives, executive scheduling, events calendar, user login/registration via LDAP, caching, and reporting functions. Integrated new JSP functionality with existing ColdFusion app servers and legacy databases.

EnergiesOnline.com
San Francisco, CA

2002 - 2003

Chief Technical Officer and Chief Architect for EnergiesOnline.com, a subscription service providing online access to FERC and EIA data for the electricity and natural gas industries.

Developed automated data 'slurps' from disparate sources and formats into a single normalized data store. Architected, designed and developed the site to allow subscribed users to search and generate a variety of reports on the data.

JustGive
San Francisco, CA

2002

Java and database architecture and development for JustGive.org website and co-brands to allow donors to find and contribute to thousands of charities online.

Designed and developed a complete MVC eCommerce and content architecture to allow for cobranding the JustGive concept. Architecture uses Servlets and Java Beans connecting with a Postgres database to create a reusable Model and Controller for search, shopping cart, user registration and online transactions. Co-branding is achieved by swapping the JSP view layer. The site makes use of many open-source projects including Castor XML/JDO, PostgreSQL database and Apache Webserver/Tomcat/Taglibs.

Gazoontite.com
San Francisco, CA

2000

Java development for Gazoontite eCommerce website and intranet, co-branded Gazoontite/PlanetRx tools.

Start to finish Java/JSP development for Gazoontite web presence including eCommerce/storefront architecture, online content management tools, content import from outside sources, login/new user registration, session and clickstream tracking and caching mechanism using XML, XSL, EJB, Bluestone Total-E-Business app server. Connected website and standalone applications to Oracle and Mas90 backends via JDBC/ODBC/jDataConnect. Integrated website with 3rd party fulfillment center.

WebMD
San Francisco, CA

1999

Java development for new WebMD consumer website, including Lycos and Excite co-brands.

Integrated live content feeds from a variety of sources using SQL, XML, Java and DB2. Designed high-performance, high-availability Java APIs to allow developers to deploy content to core site and cobrands. Designed and developed websites with reusable Java code modules and XML-based template language.

Freelance Design, Programming, and Production

Sun Microsystems Inc.
Menlo Park, CA

1999

Onsite design and development for Sun Microsystems top executives. Create interactive Java demos and presentations, develop database driven intranet sites, evaluate new technologies.

Projects include Java2D animation framework, online interface to existing document management engine, 'Personal Website' demo for Scott McNealy presentations.

Vicor Inc.
Palo Alto, CA

1998

Design and develop eCommerce systems for a large U.S. bank.

Projects include perl-based shopping engine, Cybercash transaction processing, interface to Java publishing system and Postgres backend.

Nersveen Multimedia
San Francisco, CA

1997 - 2000

Design and program interactive presentations using HTML and Java technology. Produce and Direct events on-site worldwide.

Clients include top executives at Sun Microsystems and Philips Semiconductors.


Internet Consultant, Web Designer

NIA Corporation
Oakland, CA

1996 - 1997

Consult with businesses seeking to implement electronic commerce technologies including websites and intranets. Design and develop value-added strategies that enable businesses to benefit from going online.

Contracts include the Oakland Public Works Agency, Globe Plumbing Supply Company, Alco Technologies, Lockheed Martin and GSO CPA Corporation.


Sales and Marketing Associate

InterLinear Technology Inc.
Alameda, CA

1995 - 1996

Created and implemented sales and marketing campaigns for information management software. Leveraged existing relationships with World 1000 clients to create new business. Managed both online and print projects and coordinated intern program.

Sales Advantage Program

Dale Carnegie Training
Oakland, CA

1996

Acquired skills for developing business relationships and making sales in the corporate environment of the future.

Bachelor of Arts: Geography

Dartmouth College
Hanover, NH



Course of study included use of demographics, Geographic Information Systems (GIS), cartography, and satellite image interpretation to analyze social and economic trends.

Languages: Java, JSP, JavaScript/AJAX, JSON, XML, XSL, HTML, CSS, SQL, PL/SQL, T-SQL, PHP, Perl, shell scripts, English, Latin, Russian, German.

Databases: Oracle, MySQL, Postgres, Sybase SQL Server, Microsoft SQL Server, DB2, FileMaker PRO, Mas90.

Application/Web Servers: Apache-Tomcat, Sun Java System Enterprise Server, GlassFish, JBoss, iPlanet Enterprise Server, Bluestone/Sapphire Total-E-Business, BEA WebLogic Server, Tango Rapid Application Development, MiniVend.

Platforms: Proficient with UNIX (Solaris, Linux, FreeBSD, SGI IRIX), Windows, Macintosh, and DOS operating systems, including server administration, networking, virtualization, software and hardware specification and configuration.

Software: Development and design for both Internet and print using Sun Java Studio and Java Workshop, CVS, Visual SourceSafe, Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, HoT MetaL PRO, Macromedia Director, StarOffice, Pagemill, Pagemaker, QuarkXpress, and a variety of other software for business and design.

Personal: Highly honed problem-solving and learning abilities mean increased productivity in new situations. Experienced world traveler with natural enthusiasm, confident presentation, communication, and teamwork skills.

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