James Brisland

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ABOUT JAMES BRISLAND

An accomplished PHP/Relational Database Developer with over 18 years experience providing Web development and technical support within technical environments.I have also recently lead a small team to develop and maintain a framework for the leading voucher platform in UK and Europe, helping implement a new server platform build on Amazon web services (AWS) and Amazon Elastic Cloud Compute (EC2), utilising memcache and solr.I have a wide range of skills varying from client management, database and software development, IT Support, running of Linux servers, configuring Apache and all general development activates.I have been highly commended for my consistent contribution to team and company objectives. I possess strong communication skills and I am able to work on my own initiative or as part of a team, offering a wealth of experience and a wide range of skills.I am effective in reaching targets under intense pressure. I can communicate clearly, using high impact information adapted to audience & situation.I possess a calm patient and analytical approach to problem solving also having the ability to learn and take in new information quickly and effectively.I am currently looking for contracting positions. Key Skills17 yearsHTML + CSSJavaScript Photoshop (basics)16 yearsPHPMySQLLinux + Apache15 yearsAPI Integration14 yearsAPI Development5 yearsPage Optimisation4.5 yearsPostgreSQL2 yearsAWS/EC2/CloudWatchSolr Team leadershipCDNmemcacheAgile (basic)XML + XSLTImage/Asset Delivery1 yearPerl6 monthsAngularJSLaravelVagrant• Excellent knowledge of E-Commerce and Content Management• Excellent understanding of the full development cycle• Excellent understanding of MVC framework concepts.• Understanding of LMS & Moodle• Planning• Testing• Maintenance• Search Engine Registration and Optimization• Intermediate knowledge of the affiliate industry and voucher platforms