I'm a results-driven developer and IT professional with hands-on experience in full-stack development, troubleshooting, cloud hosting, and data analytics. I enjoy turning complex problems into clean, maintainable solutions and collaborating with teammates to deliver reliable software and IT services. I’m currently pursuing CompTIA A+ to strengthen hardware, operating systems, and networking fundamentals, while continuing to build modern, accessible applications. I excel at translating business needs into technical requirements, documenting processes, and delivering high-quality work under tight timelines. My approach combines strong technical skills with a focus on user experience, security, and measurable performance improvements.

Samuel Appleton

I'm a results-driven developer and IT professional with hands-on experience in full-stack development, troubleshooting, cloud hosting, and data analytics. I enjoy turning complex problems into clean, maintainable solutions and collaborating with teammates to deliver reliable software and IT services. I’m currently pursuing CompTIA A+ to strengthen hardware, operating systems, and networking fundamentals, while continuing to build modern, accessible applications. I excel at translating business needs into technical requirements, documenting processes, and delivering high-quality work under tight timelines. My approach combines strong technical skills with a focus on user experience, security, and measurable performance improvements.

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I’m a results-driven developer and IT professional with hands-on experience in full-stack development, troubleshooting, cloud hosting, and data analytics. I enjoy turning complex problems into clean, maintainable solutions and collaborating with teammates to deliver reliable software and IT services. I’m currently pursuing CompTIA A+ to strengthen hardware, operating systems, and networking fundamentals, while continuing to build modern, accessible applications.

I excel at translating business needs into technical requirements, documenting processes, and delivering high-quality work under tight timelines. My approach combines strong technical skills with a focus on user experience, security, and measurable performance improvements.

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Language

English
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Work Experience

Database & IT Analyst at Jewish Family Services Edmonton
June 1, 2025 - August 1, 2025
Analyzed CRM workflows and documented 20+ system bottlenecks. Built Power BI dashboards and reporting templates. Developed system improvement plans and privacy/security documentation. Collaborated with managers to translate workflow issues into technical requirements.
Front-End Lead Developer at Aquatic Biosphere Society of Canada
January 1, 2025 - April 1, 2025
Led front-end redevelopment and Azure migration of a legacy website. Directed standups, delegated tasks, reviewed code, and enforced a style guide. Improved performance by 60% while enhancing accessibility and mobile usability.
IT Service & Computer Technician at Staples
October 1, 2021 - February 1, 2025
Performed hardware repair, OS installs, imaging, malware removal, and Wi-Fi setup. Resolved technical issues using ticket-based workflows and documented incidents and resolutions. Maintained same-day service through efficient queue management and customer communication.
Database & IT Analyst (IT Analyst / Business Systems Analyst) at Jewish Family Services Edmonton
June 1, 2025 - August 1, 2025
Analyzed CRM workflows and documented 20+ system bottlenecks. Built Power BI dashboards and reporting templates. Developed system improvement plans and privacy/security documentation. Collaborated with managers to translate workflow issues into technical requirements.
Front-End Lead Developer (Front-End Developer / Web Developer) at Aquatic Biosphere Society of Canada
January 1, 2025 - April 1, 2025
Led front-end redevelopment and Azure migration of a legacy website. Directed standups, delegated tasks, reviewed code, and enforced a style guide. Improved performance by 60% while enhancing accessibility and mobile usability.
IT Service & Computer Technician (IT Support / Help Desk Technician) at Staples
October 1, 2021 - February 1, 2025
Performed hardware repair, OS installs, imaging, malware removal, and Wi-Fi setup. Resolved technical issues using ticket-based workflows and documented incidents and resolutions. Maintained same-day service through efficient queue management and customer communication.

Education

Diploma in Computer Software Development at Northern Alberta Institute of Technology (NAIT)
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2025
at Northern Alberta Institute of Technology (NAIT) - Digital Media and IT – Computer Software Development
January 11, 2030 - January 30, 2026
Diploma in Digital Media and IT – Computer Software Development at Northern Alberta Institute of Technology (NAIT)
January 11, 2030 - January 30, 2026
Digital Media and IT – Computer Software Development at Northern Alberta Institute of Technology (NAIT)
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2025

Qualifications

CompTIA A+ Certification
January 11, 2030 - January 30, 2026
CompTIA A+ (in progress)
January 11, 2030 - January 30, 2026
CompTIA A+
January 11, 2030 - January 30, 2026
CompTIA A+ Certification
January 11, 2030 - January 30, 2026

Industry Experience

Software & Internet, Professional Services, Non-Profit Organization, Education, Retail, Healthcare

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