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I'm Greg Ferrell.

Progress OpenEdge Architect/Developer Java Developer Motocross Racer

" it ain’t about how hard you hit. It’s about how hard you can get hit and keep moving forward; how much you can take and keep moving forward. That’s how winning is done!" - Rocky Balboa

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About

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I have over 35 years experience in the information technology industry. My positions have included a data center manager, a director of development teams, and a developer in several langauges. The past 26 years, I have been a Senior Level Progress OpenEdge professional. My roles have included a Database Architect and Administrator, Application Designer and Developer, Application Server Administration and Developer, and all other aspects of systems design.

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  • Fullname: Gregory Dallas Ferrell
  • Current Job Title: Lead Developer, Anixter inc.
  • Website: www.gregferrell.com
  • Email: greg@gregferrell.com

Skills

  • 99%
    Progress Openedge ABL
  • 99%
    Progress Openedge Appserver
  • 95%
    Openedge DB Administrator
  • 25%
    Java
  • 25%
    HTML5
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More of my credentials.

My objective is to utilize my experience, skills and determination to lead a development team

Work Experience

Lead Developer

March 2005 - Present

Anixter, Inc., Orlando Fl.

My position as Lead Progress Developer includes but is not limited to: Developing Add-on systems that integrate with the Infor SXe platform. These systems include Synchronous and Asynchronous socket communication handlers (messaging system to talk with Biztalk and Websphere), Vendor and Customer interfaces, Oracle Projects, Radio Frequency handheld scanner shipment audit and loading system, Integration with MyLogistic logistic system, Web Change management system ( tracking, decision controls, Estimates, Product maintenance, Time entry and workflow) and Design applications to assist in TWL implementations.
Additional duties have included: mentoring the development staff, assist in Progress V10 upgrades, database design and development, RF Product recommendation and setup, Infor SXe build and setup, and systems design and documentation.
Developed a specialized Reservation Center that allowed contractors to take a pre-determined BOM and release material to a specific location. Full DBA responsibility.

  • Systems: Unix Servers, Dell laptops, Linux servers
  • Operating Systems: Windows NT and 7, Citrix, Unix
  • Networks: TCP/IP
  • Software: Progress 4GL (v9, v10 and v11), some Java, ASP, frontpage, HTML5, C#
  • Databases: Progress RDBMS
  • Office Product: MS Office 2003, (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access)
  • Other Technologies: Barcode Printing, Bar Code Scanning, Handheld RF scanning, PDF, RFID research.

Director of Development

Sept 1995 - March 2005

ProPak Software, Winter Haven Fl.

My position included but was not limited to: managing a three person development team. Design, develop, document, implement and provide client support for the company’s applications. Design and administer application databases. Research, proof and implement new technologies. Maintain the company’s internal servers and applications. Work with company’s implementation team to assist in developing procedures and training. Perform client training sessions on new product development. Provide guidance and direction to the company’s owners.

  • Systems: IBM and Compaq Servers, Toshiba laptops
  • Operating Systems: Windows NT, Win2000, Citrix, Win XP, Win 98, Win95, IIS
  • Networks: TCP/IP
  • Software: Progress 4GL(v7, v8, and v9), some ASP, frontpage, HTML, VB
  • Databases: Progress RDBMS
  • Office Product: MS Office XP, (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access)
  • Other Technologies: Barcode Printing, Bar Code Scanning, Handheld RF scanning, PDF, Electronic Signatures, Installshield installations

Information Systems Manager

April 1986 - Sept. 1995

Orange County Clerk of Courts, Orlando Fl.

Duties included but were not limited to: Managing all aspects of the information services division. These duties included: Software development, designing, coding, testing, implementation, and documentation. Developed and implemented all operational systems; developed and performed all informational training; Carried out troubleshooting of system and hardware problems; coordinated shared resources with other agencies and assisted them in obtaining data; performed system integrations of new technologies; performed network, database, and voice response system administration.

  • Systems: HP9000-t500, HP9000-1500, Unisys U6000, TI990, Dell PC
  • Operating Systems: Unix System V, Windows NT, Win 3.1, DOS, Windows for Workgroup, HP-UX
  • Networks: TCP/IP, 3780, SNA
  • Office Products: Uniplex
  • Software: COBOL, Progress 4GL (v6 and v7)
  • Knowledge Of: Pascal, Informix, Oracle, VB, and Power Builder 3.0
  • Committees: Orange County Methodology Committee, Orange County Database Standards committee, Orange County Taxpayer Technical Committee, Orange County Network Standards Committee, State of Florida Child Support systems committee

Education

Bachelor Degree

Aug 1982 - Aug 1986

University of Central Florida, Orlando, Fl

Computer Science

Associate Degree

July 1978 - Aug 1982

Brevard Community College

Pre-Engineering

Motocross

Outside of work, my life long passion

In my spare time, I engage in the sport of racing Motocross. Scroll through a few of the latest media takes or click on the image to be routed to my MX site.

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Email Me At

greg@gregferrell.com

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Phone: (863) 534-1005