Jim Fuhrmann

Current

• Project and Non-Project Based Information Technology Consultant / Freelance Website Designer at Self Employeed 1099 Independent Contractor

Education

• Porter & Chester Institute
• Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (formally Hartford Graduate Center)
• Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (formally Hartford Graduate Center)

• Studies and Certifications

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Industry

Information Technology and Services

Websites

• JimFuhrmann.com
• JRFComputerServices.com

Jim Fuhrmann’s Summary

• Extensive experience analyzing, troubleshooting, and implementing computer-based technology and information systems;

• Comprehensive background researching and testing new and emerging technology;

• Significant experience researching and analyzing computer-based security threats;

• Substantial testing experience with regards to integration, system, and regression;

• Advanced-level experience programming Microsoft Access VBA and Microsoft Visual Basic desktop applications;

• Fundamental knowledge and understanding of Microsoft's .NET framework and development platform;

• Considerable experience designing, developing, and maintaining standards-based websites;

• Intermediate level graphic design and layout experience (Photoshop CS, Illustrator CS, and InDesign CS);

• Broad photography background (Nikon, Canon, Photoshop, Capture NX, and DxO Optics Pro).

Jim Fuhrmann’s Specialties:

Microsoft Office 2003 - 2007 (Access, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Groove, InfoPath), Microsoft Visio, Microsoft SharePoint, MS Visual Studio 6.0 w/ SourceSafe, Crystal Reports, OpenOffice.org, Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox, Google Chrome, Windows XP / Vista / 7, Mac OS X, Adobe Photoshop CS, Adobe Illustrator CS, Adobe InDesign CS, Microsoft Expression Web, Komodo Edit,, HTML / XHTML CSS, WordPress, and Joomla. Some Javascript, Ajax, XLST, PHP / MySQL, and Adobe Flash experience.

Jim Fuhrmann’s Experience

• Project and Non-Project Based Information Technology Consultant / Freelance Website Designer

  Self Employeed 1099 Independent Contractor

  (Information Technology and Services industry)

  July 2002 — Present (7 years 5 months)

  • Provide technology support and consulting services for businesses and residential customers;
  
  • Analyze and resolve technical issues with computer-based technology and information systems;
  
  • Research, test, and deploy new and emerging technology;
  
  • Research and analyze latest computer-based security threats (test and deploy security patches);
  
  • Design, develop, and maintain standards-based websites utilizing Microsoft Expression Web;
  
  • Publish interactive virtual tours for SouthEast360Tours.com (previously NorthEast360Tours.com);
  
  • Assumed lead responsibilities on the technical design and development of a financial planning system for Lincoln Financial
  Advisors in Hartford, CT. Programmed reporting functions and implemented application security to ensure the privacy of
  client data. Tools used were Microsoft Access 2003, Microsoft Visual Basic 6.0, and InstallShield;
  
  • Designed and programmed a front-end GUI for a major rewrite of an automated client correspondence application in support
  of new commercial lines of business at Travelers Property Casualty in Hartford, CT. Wrote a bookmark utility program to
  streamline the migration of document templates into the new system. Primary tool used was Microsoft Visual Basic 6.0;
  
  • Designed, programmed, and implemented a complex reporting solution for a local home inspection company utilizing
  Microsoft Visual Basic 6.0, Microsoft Access 2003, and InstallShield.

Jim Fuhrmann’s Education

• Porter & Chester Institute

  Computer and Network Technology

• Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (formally Hartford Graduate Center)

  Database Design, Development, and Programming

• Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (formally Hartford Graduate Center)

  Project Management

• Studies and Certifications

  • Microsoft Access Database Development
  • Advanced Visual Basic Programming
  • Novell NetWare (CNA Certification)
  • PBX Systems and Technology
  • Digital SLR Photography

Additional Information

Jim Fuhrmann’s Websites:

• JimFuhrmann.com
• JRFComputerServices.com

Jim Fuhrmann’s Interests:

My long-term fascination with computers and technology have taken center stage in my life over the last ten years. However, I always find time to break free from my research activities to enjoy some outdoor activities. I have a deep love for music and really enjoy listening to all types of genres; depending on my mood, you can find me listening to country, soft rock, classic rock, blues, alternative, classical, jazz, and inspirational. I also enjoy listening to podcasts, which I've come to rely on for my daily dose of on-demand news and self help audio. I enjoy learning new things and exploring new areas, and since I am a recent transplant from the north, there is much to explore.

Jim Fuhrmann’s Honors:

During my tenure with the State of Connecticut Military Department, I received an award for the successful completion and implementation of a paperless process system which resulted in substantial savings for the taxpayers of Connecticut.

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