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I am a results-oriented software developer with 10+ years of experience in Microsoft development tools, specializing in web and Windows application development and client relations. I hold an Applied User Experience Design micro-certificate and have a proven track record of streamlining data processes, aligning software with business needs, and delivering user-focused solutions across projects for universities, manufacturing, and enterprise teams.…I am a results-oriented software developer with 10+ years of experience in Microsoft development tools, specializing in web and Windows application development and client relations. I hold an Applied User Experience Design micro-certificate and have a proven track record of streamlining data processes, aligning software with business needs, and delivering user-focused solutions across projects for universities, manufacturing, and enterprise teams.

John Kanik

Programmer, Web Developer, Full Stack Developer, +3

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I am a results-oriented software developer with 10+ years of experience in Microsoft development tools, specializing in web and Windows application development and client relations. I hold an Applied User Experience Design micro-certificate and have a proven track record of streamlining data processes, aligning software with business needs, and delivering user-focused solutions across projects for universities, manufacturing, and enterprise teams.…I am a results-oriented software developer with 10+ years of experience in Microsoft development tools, specializing in web and Windows application development and client relations. I hold an Applied User Experience Design micro-certificate and have a proven track record of streamlining data processes, aligning software with business needs, and delivering user-focused solutions across projects for universities, manufacturing, and enterprise teams.

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I am a results-oriented software developer with 10+ years of experience in Microsoft development tools, specializing in web and Windows application development and client relations.

I hold an Applied User Experience Design micro-certificate and have a proven track record of streamlining data processes, aligning software with business needs, and delivering user-focused solutions across projects for universities, manufacturing, and enterprise teams.

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Work Experience

Programmer/Consultant at University of Calgary (contract)

July 1, 2022 - Present

Collaborated with project researchers to troubleshoot and enhance in-house Access database for grants and research data streamlining data entry and resulting in 20% reduction in data input time. Created and enhanced input forms and interface. Enhanced and expanded database structure, tables and fields improving data organization and retrieval efficiency. Developed queries, reports and Visual Basic for Applications (VBA) code, enhancing data analysis capabilities.

Programmer/System Analyst at Keebee Play Manufacturing (contract)

July 1, 2016 - July 1, 2022

Contributed to the maintenance and development of computer systems for shipping, inventory and stock control by collaborating with administration and accounting departments. Implemented new features into the application and database design, enhancing overall system functionality. Utilized Access database, created forms, enhanced queries, reports and worked with administration and accounting department to discover requirements. Contributed to the development of Microsoft MVC applications. Executed user and logic testing on .NET Azure DevOps C# Applications. Cloud based platform. CI/CD. Exposed to Mobile application development. Executed general Application Testing.

Programmer at C4i Training and Technology

June 1, 2019 - September 30, 2019

Collaborated in the development of C# WPF applications, resulting in a substantial enhancement of military simulation and training software. Participated in code reviews. Demonstrated leadership in agile methodologies, actively participating in daily scrums and monthly sprint reviews to align project milestones with strategic goals.

Dynamics Developer/ Consultant at Hitachi Solutions

January 1, 2014 - May 31, 2017

Developed and implemented customizations including forms, SSRS reports, queries, and views. Developed custom data import/export framework (DIXF) entities, instrumental in seamless migrating legacy system data and test loading processes. Orchestrated the building and deployment activities, including version control via TFS and executed functional testing of AX customizations and configurations. Application support, troubleshooting and Technical /Product Support.

Programmer at Olympia Trust

March 1, 2012 - November 30, 2012

Collaborated with business analyst to transform and migrate a Delphi Windows application to a C# windows application for Olympia Trust, achieving a streamlined and efficient management system for Health insurance and dental Plans. Collaborated with end users to enhance the interface for data entry speed and efficiency.

Programmer at InfoSat Communications (contract)

March 1, 2011 - January 31, 2012

Completed modifications and enhancements to VB.Net Web application, delivering improvements in system configuration and system performance in Microsoft applications supporting the satellite communications industry. Executed intricate table and data modification scripts for MySQL and PostgreSQL databases, optimizing overall database functionality. Customization development on Logisense Engage telecom billing software using C# and JavaScript.

Programmer/Analyst at Process Pathways

September 1, 2006 - February 28, 2009

Developed web-based online applications for the University of Calgary. Projects included scheduling and delivery of media and media devices, online facility booking, equipment rentals, and membership management. Participated in the Agile/Scrum methodology and Use Case development scenarios. Worked with an in-house custom entity framework.

Developer at Auckland Software

October 1, 2001 - October 31, 2005

Spearheaded the development of C# ASP.NET Web applications, successfully replacing legacy VB6 and Centura applications, resulting in a retail management software that improved stock tracking, order processing and invoicing. Ensured applications met business requirements through reviewing and testing against business standards and requirements.

Programmer/Consultant at University of Calgary

July 1, 2022 - Present

Collaborated with project researchers to troubleshoot and enhance an in-house Access database for grants and research data, streamlining data entry and achieving a 20% reduction in data input time. Created and enhanced input forms and interfaces. Expanded database structure, tables and fields to improve data organization and retrieval. Developed queries, reports and VBA code to enhance data analysis capabilities.

Programmer/System Analyst at Keebee Play Manufacturing

July 1, 2016 - July 1, 2022

Maintained and developed computer systems for shipping, inventory and stock control by collaborating with administration and accounting departments. Implemented new features into the application and database design to enhance functionality. Utilized Access database to create forms, enhance queries and reports, and gather requirements. Contributed to the development of Microsoft MVC applications. Performed user and logic testing on .NET Azure DevOps C# applications. Exposed to cloud-based platform and CI/CD; experience with mobile application development; performed general application testing.

Dynamics developer Developer/Consultant at Hitachi Solutions

January 1, 2014 - May 1, 2017

Developed and implemented customizations including forms, SSRS reports, queries, and views. Built a custom data import/export framework (DIXF) entities, enabling seamless migrating of legacy system data and test loading processes. Orchestrated building and deployment activities, including version control via TFS, and performed functional testing of AX customizations and configurations. Provided application support and troubleshooting.

Dynamics Developer / Consultant at Hitachi Solutions

January 1, 2014 - May 1, 2017

Developed and implemented customizations including forms, SSRS reports, queries, and views. Built a data import/export framework (DIXF) for migrating legacy system data and test loading processes. Orchestrated building and deployment activities with version control via TFS and performed functional testing of AX customizations and configurations. Provided application support and troubleshooting.

Programmer/Analyst at InfoSat Communications

March 1, 2011 - January 1, 2012

Completed modifications and enhancements to a VB.Net web application, delivering improvements in system configuration and performance for satellite communications. Executed complex table and data modification scripts for MySQL and PostgreSQL databases. Developed customization on Logisense Engage telecom billing software using C# and JavaScript.