About.
INSPIRED BY SCIENCE.
I am an award winning university mature graduate, having completed a Tech Partnership Gold Degree program. This combines IT, digital transformation and project management with business skills. My passion is in using digital skills to provide outstanding customer service, solve challenges and to generate new and innovative solutions with exceptional outcomes. I focus is on the use of technology to support businesses in gaining and maintaining competitive advantage.
My primary interests are in computer science, human-computer interaction, information systems, the internet of things and cyber security. Specifically, I am enthused to understand how the principles of computer science support and combine with information systems to create both user and business benefits. Additionally, I understand the vital role that computer science plays in the future of the UK economy. Therefore, I intend to help to address the current UK digital skills shortage by becoming a leader in software innovation and by developing future talent.
In my former career in the healthcare sector I worked in management positions such as operations management and business development, I became acquainted with software solutions via medical, productivity and staff management software. This sparked an interest in how bespoke applications could benefit the workplace in addition to stakeholders and customers.
fully understand all objectives and deliver a service
that exceeds expectations”
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Portfolio.
RECENT PROJECTS.
Education.
PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT MATTERS.
I am a firm believer in continuous personal development. In a world where technology is continually evolving and improving it is essential to keep up to date with the latest in coding standards. Likewise, being aware of digital security challenges and their impact on business allows for effective disaster prevention.
Masters Degree: MSc. Computer Science
Expected to graduate in 2020 from The University of Nottingham.
In this course, I will be covering research such as artificial intelligence, human-computer interaction and the mathematical foundations of programming. I will develop and strengthen my object-orientated programming skills so that I can discover unique and innovative ways to support businesses in gaining competitive advantage through IS/IT.
Bachelors Degree: BSc IT Management for Business.
Graduated in 2019 with honors from the University of Chichester.
The Tech Partnership gold degree was developed with over 60 global blue-chip employers, aiming to create ‘the ideal graduate’ whose skills span the challenging middle ground between business and IT.
ATHE Level 7 Extended Diploma in Strategic Management.
Completed in 2016 via the Online Business School
This QCF Ofqual regulated qualification covered key areas of management such as Finance, HR, Marketing and Personal Development and helped to prepare me to top-up to an MBA in the near future.
PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS
Skills.
DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION.
There is more to developing websites and applications than just good coding. It is essential to combine digital activity with strong leadership to turn technology into transformation. In other words, the way that technology is implemented and used should have focus on both business and user benefits.
THE USER MUST COME FIRST.
In applying the principles of human computer interaction in all of my work, I ensure a user-first experience throughout. The way that websites and applications function on desktops, tablets, laptops and mobile devices is fundamentally different. Therefore, I always apply a mobile-first design that gives the simplest and most efficient interface for the user. This is particularly important as over 80% of website visits are now on mobile devices.
PROGRAMMING SKILLS
Clients.
RESULTS DRIVEN SERVICE.
My approach to development is always in meeting and exceeding the objectives of my clients. This is why I put time and effort into fully capturing clients requirements, and making suggestions for improvement when necessary.
“The work that James completed on our transport application has been of great value to our stakeholders. His attention to detail was exemplary”
The University of Chichester
“When we needed to change our payment system James acted promptly and professionally to provide an outstanding solution.”
Colin Clark – Treasurer
“An excellent service with exceptional aftercare. James worked hard to understand my needs and also provided a system that is easy to update.”
Steve McDade – Artist