Jason Brennan

Who am I ?

Web Developer & Systems Administrator

I dare you to find me a problem that I can't solve. No matter how big or small, I guarantee I can deploy an elegant solution.

To apply the correct combination of hardware and software in a way that will mesh seamlessly with your current staff and their workflow is possible. To sit back and watch a great solution benefit you and your business is the ultimate reward.

Contact Details

My Expertise

Web Development

Applications that decrease cost, increase productivity, and better the user experience

Systems Administration

Build, deploy, maintain, monitor, and secure cloud based and co-located hardware

My Resume

Experience

Full Stack Developer – Upon Request

October 2016 – Current

Single Page Web Applications: Create, update, and expand SPAs using modern javascript frameworks and integrate with existing legacy applications.

UX/UI: Create user interfaces that are appealing, simple, and self explanitory for end users.

Internal SDK's: Create and maintain fluent front end SDK's that can be used across company applications.

External SDK's: Maintain fluent front end SDK's for third party API's that aren't well documented.

Cloud Services: Setup and maintian infrastructure to migrate from a colocated datacenter to Amazon Web Services.

Owner – FullStackMonkey

October 2015 – December 2019

Custom Application Development: Work directly with clients to plan and create applications that help them meet their business goals.

Systems Administration: Setup and maintain physical or cloud based infrastructure for internal and external business needs. Create, manage, and test backups, disaster recovery plans, and evaluate new options.

Office Support: Plan, build, and setup office workstations, networking, telephones and a variety of other office hardware using both Microsoft and Linux.

Troubleshooting: Setup automated monitoring for applications and systems. Quickly locate, repair, and patch hardware or application level problems.

Sales, Billing, and Support: Setup accounts and billing for new clients. Support existing clients with our systems or their existing applications.

Social Media: Directly manage social accounts for clients and consult with others on how to identify and resonate with their various audiences and increase their reach.

Realign Cost/Profit Centers: Identify business practices that have a significant financial impact and develop software and hardware based solutions to decrease or eliminate those costs.

Android Application Development: Plan, build, and maintain applications and APIs built for the Android operating system using cross platform technologies for easy later deployment on IOS.

Graphics: Light graphics work to repair or enhance the quality of images for use on websites or social accounts.

Owner – Acefirefighter Industries

January 2016 – Dec 2019

Customer Support: Answer and respond to sales and customer support requests via phone, email, and online chat.

Feature planning and creation: Identify, prioritize, plan, and implement new features based on customer feedback and current trends in information distribution.

Reasearch and implement new technology: Stay informed of the latest web and mobile technologies to identify better and more cutting edge ways to distribute customer/client information proficiently.

Social Media: Setup and educate clients on the most current social strategies and trends. Identify measurable social goals and evaluate progress using analytics.

Conflict Resolution: Pre-emptivily educate clients how to best evaluate and handle public ridicule and conflict. Directly consult on an as needed basis.

Web Developer – Khoza Technology

July 2011 – October 2015

Component Development: Develop and Maintain extensions for Joomla and Wordpress along with a variety of other platforms.

PSD to HTML: Transform Photoshop files into working HTML. Create themes for a variety of content management systems or responsive emails.

Customer Support: Work with customers to resolve their email, hosting, or web software issues.

Office Support: Setup and maintain office workstations, networking, telephones and a variety of other office hardware using both Microsoft and Linux.

IP Networking and Telephony: Setup and maintain office and data center based networking hardware and software.

Mobile Application Development: Plan, build, and maintain mobile applications for IOS and Android using cross platform technologies.

Firefighter 1 / EMT – Cal-Fire

June 2006 – October 2010

Prepare for and respond to emergencies, recognize and evaluate problems, develop decisive solutions using the available resources.

Take continuing education classes to provide a better and more specialized level of service to the community.

Check vehicle condition for the operator daily, maintain records, and report any maintenance deficiencies.

Emergency Medical Technician – American Legion Ambulance

February 2003 – June 2006

Respond to emergency medical calls & transport patients safely.

Conduct proper maintenance checks on vehicle and equipment.

Conduct appropriate repairs and report maintenance issues.

Community Service

Fire Apparatus Engineer / EMT – Jackson Fire Department

August 2018 – Current
April 2010 – February 2014

Respond to emergencies quickly and safely in all weather and road conditions.

Conduct safety checks on vehicles and equipment used to respond to emergencies and rescue patients.

Maintain maintenance and fuel records, ensure proper maintenance has been conducted at the appropriate time.

Firefighter / EMT – Amador Fire Protection District

August 2001 – February 2009

Respond to emergencies quickly and safely in all weather and road conditions.

Conduct safety checks on vehicles and equipment used to respond to emergencies and rescue patients.

Maintain maintenance and fuel records, ensure proper maintenance has been conducted at the appropriate time.

Technical Skills

  • Backend Development

  • Frontend Development

  • Search Optimization (SEO)

  • Systems Administration & Security

  • Network Management

  • IP Telephony (VOIP)

Personal Skills

  • Problem Solving

  • Communicate Clearly

  • Anticipate, Plan, & Prepare

  • Motivation & Time Management

  • Project Management

Languages

  • PHP

  • Python

  • Ruby

  • Javascript

  • Vue.js

  • jQuery

  • Angular JS

  • HTML 5

  • CSS 3

About Me

  • Always Giving

    Any role that allows me to better the lives of others through education and technology is a natural fit.

  • Photography

    There is something joyful about catching a special moment in time and sharing it with the world.

  • Outdoors

    My favorite places to relax are all outdoors, above the snow line, and far from any paved road.

  • Ambition

    Always improving my knowledge and level of self awareness to better serve those around me and in need.

  • Technology

    Like a moth to a flame, I am always the first to experiment with new tech to find how it can best be utilized.

  • Family

    My small family supports me through everything I do, they are proud of my accomplishments and continue to drive me every day.

Address

P.O.Box 954
Jackson, Ca 95642
Amador County

Work hours

Monday - Friday : 7am - 4pm
Weekends : Emergencies Only