I am a graduate of Wesleyan University with a strong passion for programming and web development. After managing a childcare business for a decade, I am eager to return to my career in tech and fully dedicate myself to development opportunities. My systematic approach and dedication to excellence drive my work, whether it's creating responsive designs or debugging code.…

ALLYSON DeRENSIS

I am a graduate of Wesleyan University with a strong passion for programming and web development. After managing a childcare business for a decade, I am eager to return to my career in tech and fully dedicate myself to development opportunities. My systematic approach and dedication to excellence drive my work, whether it's creating responsive designs or debugging code.…

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I am a graduate of Wesleyan University with a strong passion for programming and web development. After managing a childcare business for a decade, I am eager to return to my career in tech and fully dedicate myself to development opportunities. My systematic approach and dedication to excellence drive my work, whether it’s creating responsive designs or debugging code.

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Skills

Experience Level

CSS
Expert
HTML5
Expert
JavaScript
Expert
MySQL
Expert
PHP
Expert
Python
Expert
WordPress
Expert

Language

English
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Advanced
French
Advanced
Italian
Beginner

Work Experience

Self-Employed Web Developer at Hull, Massachusetts
January 1, 2017 - Present
Designed and developed fully responsive portfolio websites, maintained blogs, and implemented backend functionalities using PHP, Python, and ColdFusion. Also provided technical consultation for small businesses.
Self-Employed Childcare Provider at Hull, Massachusetts
April 1, 2015 - June 1, 2025
Managed a childcare business designed for flexibility while ensuring the development of age-appropriate curricula for children, along with handling scheduling, invoicing, and compliance.
Pet Care Specialist at Hull, Massachusetts
January 1, 2021 - Present
Provided dog walking and pet care services, effectively managing schedules for multiple clients post-pandemic.

Education

Web Developer Certification at University of Massachusetts Lowell
January 1, 2016 - August 1, 2017
Bachelor of Arts at Wesleyan University
September 3, 1987 - May 8, 1991
Art Education at University of Vermont
September 7, 1999 - May 11, 2001
Creative Writing at Emerson College
September 5, 1995 - December 15, 1995

Qualifications

2nd Place National Spanish Exam
May 29, 1987 - May 29, 1987
3rd Place National French Exam
May 29, 1987 - May 29, 1987
Done with one less year of study than the Spanish exam

Industry Experience

Education, Professional Services, Software & Internet, Financial Services, Non-Profit Organization
    paper Custom Therapy Website

    Custom therapy website designed and developed by EveningStar Web Design & Development for a mental health professional. Features calming design, clear navigation, and accessibility-focused layout.
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    paper Java desktop application for academic scheduling

    Features interface-driven design (IPerson, ICourse, IClassroom) with classes for Student, Faculty, Course management. Includes database integration, automated GPA calculation, file I/O, logging, and comprehensive testing. Users can add students/faculty/courses and assign resources. Earned Grade A. Currently accessible via Java Web Start; planned web conversion using Sencha Touch. Demonstrates OOP, database integration, and algorithm design.
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    paper Book World: Online Bookstore Management System

    Dynamic bookstore web application built with ColdFusion, Bootstrap, and MySQL. Features user authentication with role-based permissions (guest/management). Users can search books by genre, title, or author. Management portal allows adding/updating books and featuring selections. Demonstrates full-stack development with database design, secure login systems, permission-based access control, and responsive UI. Clean integration of backend logic with modern frontend framework.
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    paper Professional Web Developer Portfolio

    Fully responsive portfolio website showcasing web development projects and technical expertise. Features custom design, original photography integration, and cross-browser compatibility. Built with HTML5, CSS3, and JavaScript to demonstrate front-end development capabilities.
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