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Francis Barrow

Junior Python/Django Developer

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Greetings! I'm a Python Developer based in Rochester, NY, with a passion for crafting efficient, secure, and innovative software solutions. Armed with a robust skill set that that encompasses Python, Ruby, Java, C++, and more, I specialize in both backend and frontend development, adhering to best practices such as domain-driven design, MVC patterns, test-driven development, and REST API design. 

My expertise includes working with frameworks like Django, Flask, and Django Rest Framework, along with proficiency in Docker, Postman, and CI/CD with GitHub Actions for seamless development and deployment. Thriving in dynamic, fast-paced environments, I leverage my deep understanding of data structures and algorithms. I am committed to writing scalable, maintainable, and clean code. 
Passionate about staying ahead in technology, I am dedicated to comprehending client and user requirements, ensuring my programs align seamlessly with their needs. Beyond my technical skills, I pride myself on having great soft skills: excellent communication, adaptability, innovative problem-solving, and a collaborative spirit. 

Let's connect and explore opportunities to create impactful and exciting programs and applications together.

Careers

Administrative Support

Abundance Food Co-op

Part time03/2023 - 12/2023
  1. Develop a Django application for managing special orders.
  2. Maintain 30+ VBA macros, 20+ procedure instructions as needed.
Interim General Manager

Abundance Food Co-op

Full time08/2018 - 06/2021
  1. Managed daily operations of a grocery store with $4.7M in annual sales.
  2. Led 30+ employees to achieve their business goals.
Database Manager

Abundance Food Co-op

Full time04/2017 - 06/2021
  1. Created 30+ VBA macros saving 10 hours per week of manual reporting work.
  2. Maintained inventory database of over 40,000 products.
  3. Streamlined Point of Sales procedures and produced comprehensive documentation.
  4. Developed and implemented a loyalty program used by more than 500 customers.
  5. Provided weekly KPI (sales analyses and financial reports) to managers.
eLearning Project Manager

Editis

Full time02/2014 - 09/2016
  1. Managed the development of a Learning Management System ($400,000) and authoring ol($310,000).
  2. Authored functional requirements to a team of developers and documentation for users.
  3. Tested functionally the deliverables at every development iteration.
eLearning Instructional Designer

Editis

Full time04/2010 - 01/2014
  1. Produced 45+ hours of training for Michelin ($400,000) and 20+ hours of digital ucation for K12.
  2. Held meetings with stakeholders to gather needs and requirements.

Education

OpenClassrooms

Software Development

08/2022 - 11/2023Bachelor's DegreeClass of 2023
University of Paris, France

Cognitive Psychology and ICT

09/2005 - 10/2010Master's DegreeClass of 2010
Skills
PythonDjangoGit: Version controlProblem-solvingRESTful APIWeb designTestingDockerCicd PipelinesDatabase systems
Experience1-3 years
Hourly rate$36/hr
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