Cory Taylor

To obtain a role in the field of technical web architecture where I am able to manage solutions to complex business problems using my expertise and six years of experience in the areas of e-commerce, web services, identity management, infrastructure design and multi-tier architecture applications with .Net technologies

Excellent communication skills and pleasant demeanor with all kinds of people.
Independent worker, intelligent and fast learner.
Ability to think outside the box.

3.5 years full time software development experience.

Programming: (X)HTML, CSS, JavaScript, C#, VB, Python, Ruby.
Database Software: MSSQL, MySQL.

Strong understanding of OO design principles and interface usability.

Ability to create unique, clean, modern, standards compliant sites that are easy to understand and to navigate across multiple browsers.

Zip DVD Kiosks - Architected and developed with a team of 5, the complete infrastructure for DVD kiosks in stores across Canada. I was directly responsible for the implementation of the WCF service and client communication layer and the initial integration testing with the robotics developers in San Diego.

Rebel.com - Maintained the Rebel platform codebase through bug fixes and implementation of new features. I was a integral member on a team of 7 developers, responsible for many projects like 'Advanced DNS management', 'Billing History Search' and played an important role in the migration of Internic.ca and Domainstatcost.ca onto the Rebel platform. I also shared responsibilities for uploads to production and build process improvements.

Zip.ca - Maintained Zip's online DVD rental business through improving usability, site scalability, and refactoring key elements to the existing site. Played a large role in several major feature releases during the first 8 months of 2008 which included integration of web analytics and SEO improvements, non-member landing portal, recommendation engine, 'Door Crasher' DVD sales portal, member lobby redesign, and more.

Successfully supported all press operations across 3 venues at Whistler Olympic Park. Worked closely with equipment vendors and suppliers to ensure smooth operations for press during games times. Aided in the diagnosis and resolution of issues in a timely manner to avoid disruption of work for hundreds of reporters and photographers covering Ski Jumping, Biathlon and Cross-Country Skiing.

Successfully participated in an innovative and collaborative effort of thirty five multi-disciplinary strangers working to identify, develop, market and launch a Web based product and company from the ground up in three days. The product was reBookMe.com, an appointment scheduling service.

Worked with team of 3 to support and replace legacy applications and to drive new web and mobile applications throughout the retail chain. I designed and developed applications to help improve ordering efficiency and inventory management across multiple departments. Maintained a close working relationship with store managers, product managers and senior management throughout the development process. I also initiated efforts to implement standard development practices.

Formed to accommodate the high demand of Holinshed Research Group's clients for web-based market research. Axxem Technologies provided quality ASP.NET hosting and web development services. Clients/Projects:
- Stress Steel - Fairfield, NJ
- Spaansbabcock.net - Richmond Hill, ON
- Holinshed.com - Ottawa, ON
- Alan Riddell (2004 Nomination Campaign Website) - Ottawa, ON
- Lisa MacLeod (2006 Nomination Campaign Website) - Ottawa, ON
- CIRI/TSX Web Survey - Mississauga, ON
- CAA Web Survey - Ottawa, ON