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| | Software Development
Standard software development for Windows based applications
is the primary service offered. This includes development of custom
designed and built software for any
particular need. I can also take on either minor or significant
enhancements to existing software. My experience includes both type of
software development. My current preference for projects is using the
.NET platform and either C# or VB.NET, but of course, will accept most
anything.
Other Services
 | Custom Evolutionary Solutions
: Consulting services involving the
development of custom Evolutionary solutions, for example, the application of
evolutionary techniques to complex scheduling problems. I have developed a
sophisticated Genetic Programming development software package and have other
experience with evolutionary computing. |
| Software Optimization
: One of my great interests is in taking an existing software
implementation, profiling it to find areas where performance can be
improved and then modifying the code to improve its performance. If you have need to improve the performance of an existing
software application, I have the ability to analyze and improve its
performance. |
| Code Refactoring :
Another great area of professional satisfaction is in taking an existing
implementation, understanding what it is supposed to do and improving the
implementation. Improving the implementation may mean finding ways to
do the same task with far less, and more understandable, code. It may
mean enhancing the documentation associated with the code. It may mean
reorganizing the code into a different structure so it can be reused by
other parts of a larger software application. This is a task I am
constantly doing for my clients, taking an existing implementation, adding
new features and improving the existing implementation to ensure long term
viability of the software. |
| Algorithm & Data Structure
Implementation : I have the ability to read and understand
research papers from academic and industry sources, including conference
proceedings. If your company has need to incorporate an algorithm or
data structure described in such a source, I have the interest and ability
to provide such an implementation. Key Advantage: If I don't have
the time or get stuck, remember that I work with 17 Computer Science PhDs on
a regular basis and have the ability to have them do the work for you or
provide support to help me. |
| Training : I work as
an instructor at Utah State University, therefore, it is natural for me to
provide in-house training to an organization. I have special expertise
in the C++ and C# languages, including the .NET platform. |
| Computer Graphics : I
teach both undergraduate and graduate Computer Graphics as part of my
University Job. I have experience with both OpenGL and DirectX,
including XNA, along with a wide range of data structures and algorithms
related to the implementation of Computer Graphics. My background also
includes understanding how to take full advantage of modern video cards,
including shading languages. Also have experience with Image
Processing, including converting MatLab code into a high-performance C++
implementation |
Consulting Rate
Contact me for my rate. You'll
find it better than most, both in terms of the rate and in how the hours are
charged. The reason my rate is this low is that I
work from my home, don't have additional office staff to support, live in a
smaller town, and etc. In particular, I don't have to support staff when
there aren't projects to work on...you only pay for the work done on your
project.
Before any work is done, we both come to an agreement on what
work is to be done and within what timeframe. This agreement can be as
formal and detailed, or as informal as needed. My best recommendation is
to break any project into two phases: The first phase is a small task
where the project requirements and an estimated cost and timeline is prepared;
The second phase is the implementation of the work as described in the first
phase.
An alternative approach is to simply buy my time,
tell me what work you want me to do and I work on it and charge for any time I
spend. When working with me, this is a safe technique, my reputation is of
utmost importance. I don't waste my client's time/money. If I do
good work, I get more work, if I do crappy work, I go hungry.
For new clients, I request 25% of the estimated fee to be paid
in advance and then payment is expected on a monthly basis, after the first 25%
of the work is done. Other arrangements can be made if needed. | |
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