Katherine Irvine
Computer Science
Summary
- Designed and developed a variety of websites, ranging in size from 4 - 20 pages, for individuals, educational institutions, and small companies.
- Tutored several people in computer science, course topics including information technology, HTML, C++, and discrete mathematics
Education
2002 - present
University of British Columbia, Vancouver, BC
· B.Sc. Cognitive Systems: Computer Intelligence and Design
· Expected graduation Date:
Technical Skills
Web Programming languages:
HTML, PHP, JavaScript, XML
Other Programming languages:
C++, Java, Perl, Python
Applications:
Microsoft Office, AppleWorks, ClarisWorks, MySQL, FileMaker Pro, Photoshop, iMovie
Web Applications: Zope and Plone, WebEvent, MovableType
Operating Systems:
Mac, Linux, Unix, Windows
Technical Experience
September 2004- April 2005
Web Application Developer @ Office of Learning Technology, UBC, Vancouver, BC
· Customized an RSS parser and worked on a team to develop and in house RSS parser, aggregator and reader for multiple users. Upgraded and further customized our WebEvent calendaring system. Managed the web servers, including doing a complete inventory of applications we were running.
January 2004 - August 2004 (Co-op)
Web Application Developer @ Office of Learning Technology, UBC, Vancouver, BC
· Developed websites and customized Plone content management system and WebEvent calendaring system for use at UBC. Updated and repaired two in-house learning objects in Perl. Managed the web servers, and acted as technical assistant and various conferences and workshops. Was re-hired for a second four-month co-op term, then as a part-time work-study student. (See above)
July 2003 - April 2003
Web Designer @ UBC Linguistics Department, Vancouver, BC
· Created a web page for a linguistics class that allowed the professor to post updates and assignments, and the students to hand in homework that had been done both individually and in groups. Was asked to stay on and adapt the website for use with other classes.
July 2003 - April 2004
Editorial Assistant @ Canadian Journal of Linguistics, Toronto, Ontario
· Designed and implemented a database system to track the articles and contributors for the journal. Updated and redesigned the journal's website
September 2002 - present
Network Manager @ home
· Set up and manage a wireless/Ethernet network at home, linking two apple laptops, two apple desktop computers, a Windows desktop computer, a Windows laptop, a Linux server, a printer, and a scanner. All the computers on the network have simultaneous access to high-speed Internet.
September 2001 - June 20002
Web Designer @ RC Palmer Secondary, Richmond, BC
· Worked as part of a team that was responsible for maintaining and contributing to the RC Palmer High School webpage. Succeeded in bringing the information on the site up to date, and improving site appearance and navigability.
September 1999 - June 2000
Webmaster @ RC Palmer Secondary, Richmond, BC
· Led a team that was responsible for maintaining and contributing to the RC Palmer High School webpage. Succeeded in bringing the information on the site up to date, restructuring the site to give a more consistent format and improved navigability, and introducing new elements to the site, such as mp3s of the school bandÕs most recent concerts.
September 1999
Graphics Designer @ Prentice Hall Canada, Toronto, Ontario
· Created diagrams for inclusion in a logic textbook using Power Point.
Other Experience
August 2003
Ride Operator @ Playland, Vancouver, BC
· Worked directly with the public as part of a three member team operating one of the rides during the busiest part of the season. Handled complaints, inspected the ride, and was responsible for maintaining safety standards.
July - August 2002 & December 2002
Receptionist @ Johnston, Ross, and Cheng, Ltd., Richmond, BC
· Worked for medium-sized company in demanding position requiring organizational and communications skills. Reported to any of10 people who required anything. Searched the Internet, especially two online real estate databases, for people inside and outside of the office.
September 1999 - June 2001
Library Monitor @ RC Palmer Library, Richmond, BC
· Used computer database to check books in an out, look up student records, and process acquisitions and discards.
July - August 1999 & July - August 2000
Side-walker / Leader @ Richmond Therapeutic Equestrian Society, Richmond, BC
· Volunteered in a program teaching disabled children to ride.
Scholarships and Awards
- Richmond Youth Concert Band General Scholarship (2002)
- Undergraduate Scholar Program Scholarship (2003)
Interests and Activities
September 1997 - December 2004
Richmond Youth Concert Band
· Mentor, September 2003 - present
September 2002 - present
UBC Ski and Board Club
September 2002 - present
UBC Dance Club
· IT Manager April 2004 - April 2005
· Competed in Team Match 2002, 2003 and 2004.
· Competed in Gala Ball 2003 and 2004
· Currently
training for future competitions.