Kirk Richey
I love the web and Formula One. I could waste your time with a bunch of slick sales talk but I'm not. I'm looking for an opportunity that complements my skill set. If you are hiring passionate team members we should talk.
Video Introduction- Skills
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Programming
- Ruby, Javascript and Python
- Testing methodologies TDD/BDD, RSpec, Cucumber
- Client-side web technologies. HTML, CSS
Operations
- Linux server administration
- Infrastructure automation and configuration management with Chef
Communication
- Excellent written and interpersonal communications skills
- Comfortable speaking in public
- Experience
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Edisonnation.com Lead Developer - Charlotte, NC - 03/10 - 07/11
- Architected and implemented features into existing code base
- Handled all site operations, server maintenance and backup procedures
- Planned and prepared for traffic spikes from PR events (Popular Science cover, New York Times article, Fox and Friends)
- Dealt with capacity issues and bottlenecks
Scenedaily.com Contractor - Charlotte, NC - 01/10 - 04/10
- Worked with a project manager and designer to scope and deliver project
- Handled all Ruby on Rails development
- Finished project http://nascarillustrated.scenedaily.com
Freelance / Skill buildingJoplin, MO - 05/07 - 12/09
- Built small php/wordpress sites for local clients
- Noteworthy
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- Event Organizer for Charlotte Ruby Group
- Presented at the Central Virginia Ruby Enthusiasts' Group http://bit.ly/cvreg-talk
- Self-managed quick learner with an entrepreneurial spirit
- Won the Tour de France with two flat tires and a missing chain*
- Education
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Missouri Southern State University Attended 94-99
Major: Marketing
