Charles "Grayson" Topping
119 Messick Road
Poquoson, Virginia 23662
Telephone: 757-868-0336 
E-mail: greysun75@hotmail.com

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Seeking To
Obtain a career in the Programming/Web Development field and advance based on my skills and dedication. Continue to advance my professional education.
Education
ECPI College of Technology, Newport News, Virginia
Associates of Applied Science in Computer and Information Science
Major: Information Technology/Programming
  • Dean’s List
  • Certifications
  • CompTIA A+ Certified
  • Gateway Technician Certified
  • HP Certified in the repair of commercial laser products
  • HP Certified for return facilitation of commercial non-serviceable products
    • IBM Warranty for Administrators Certified(RXW01 – RXW02)
    • IBM Desktop Repair Certified(RDC03)
    • IBM Server Repair Certified(XRM01)
    • IBM Mobile Repair Certified(RTC03)
    Technical Skills

    Web Design/Programming
    • Experienced in IIS and Apache web servers, HTML, ASP(Using VBScript), JavaScript, PHP and JSP
    • Experienced in C/C++, Visual Basic, and Java
    • Experienced in several major database technologies including SQL, MySQL, PLSQL, Oracle, and Microsoft Access
    • Experienced in Database Design and Normalization.
    • Knowledgeable in CMMI process Certification.
    • Knowledgeable in various development models.
    • Knowledgeable in version control systems such as Source Safe
    • Knowledgeable in Perl, and TCL
    • Experienced in Designing and implementing full featured E-Commerce websites from the ground up.
    • Experiences with most major web publishing, text and graphic software including Dream Weaver, FrontPage, Adobe Photoshop, Flash, and Acrobat
    • Experienced in Audio Visual technologies to include streaming of video and audio as well as creation and editing of video and audio using many of the major tools available such as, Sony Sound Forge, Sony Vegas, Sony DVD Architect, Adobe Premier, and Ulead Video Studio

    Websites
    http://www.cabinfever1.com (Technologies Used: HTML, ASP, JavaScript, and MySQL)
    http://stream.digitalcreations.com Demo of the above site allowing access to admin areas

    Computer Repairs
    •Proficient in all areas of computer sales, installation, upgrade and repair
    •Proficient in the use and repair of Microsoft Office 97/2000/XP/2003 and Microsoft Windows 3.11/95/98/ME/NT/2000/XP operating systems

    Networking
    •Experienced in configuration of wired and wireless networks in a LAN or WAN environment as well as hybrids using most major operating systems of past and present
    •Experienced in the install and configuration of various types of internet connections including ISDN, Dial Up, Cable, DSL and T1
    •Experienced in the setup and configuration of various types of backup systems including backups to a file server and various types of tape backup unit
    •Experienced in the setup and install of print and file servers
    •Experienced in the configuration of users and groups with various permission levels under Windows NT 4, Windows 2000, and some Unix/Linux environments
    •Ability to create and install various configurations of CAT5 cables as well as the less prevalent cables such as those used for DIGI board connectivity
    •Ability to Design, implement and maintain networks in a high production environment

    Experience

    Graphic Memory, November 2006 to Present
    Hampton, Virginia
    Web Developer/Programmer Sub Contractor

    • Acquired customer requirements for development of various websites and databases
    • Developed websites or website modules in ASP, Javascript, PHP and Flash
    • Developed and/or modified customer databases in Microsoft Access

    SAIC/AMSEC, October 2005 to March 2007
    Langley Air Force Base, Virginia
    Webmaster/Multimedia Programmer
    SAIC
    • Developed multimedia community management website for the U.S. Air Force called AIM2 using ASP, JavaScript and CSS
    • Set up and configured Windows 2003 Web server using IIS and SQL 2000 to host the AIM2 website
    • Set up and configured SQL Server 2000 server to act as a backend for the AIM2 development server
    • Developed and maintained database in SQL Server 2000 to support the AIM2 application
    • Coordinated with the customer to assure the customers exact requirements and standards where being met
    • Followed Air Force published guidelines and procedures to design and implement the AIM2 application
    • Provided training and gathered feedback on the AIM2 website to all Multimedia Units throughout the Air Force
    • Provided helpdesk support for the AIM2 application and monitored the Quality Improvement Process
    AMSEC
    • Assisted in development of corrosion control website for the U.S. Navy using Apache, JSP, JavaScript, CSS and Oracle 10
    • Assisted in development of Oracle database which was the back end of the corrosion control website

    Macro Network Support, July 2005 to October 2005
    Newport News, Virginia
    Network Technician

    • Provided sales and service to include parts, software/hardware repairs, upgrades, installation, and custom systems integration
    • Acted as Network Administrator/Engineer for small offices that do not maintain an internal IT staff
    • Designed and installed networks from the ground up to include cables, routers, Client PC’s and Servers

    Hampton Roads Computers, January 2003 to February2004
    Newport News, Virginia
    Computer Technician/Manager Venturenet ISP
    • Provided sales and service to include parts, software/hardware repairs, upgrades, installation, and custom systems integration
    • Acted as Network Administrator/Engineer for small offices that do not maintain an internal IT staff
    • Responsible for putting into service a new Web Hosting Management system known as H-Sphere
    • Developed websites and databases for clients using PHP, HTML, Access, MySQL, JavaScript, Flash and other technologies
    • Acted as the right hand to the owner handling all special projects and services to include oversight of all technical areas of the business
    • Responsible for developing customer websites from the ground up
    • Acted as a technical advisor to all other employees and oversaw all major projects
    • Provided technical support for ISP customers
    • Responsible for repair of any exotic electronic equipment including MSI Inventory Tracking units and Industrial Printers


    Bull Island Merchandising, March 2002 to December 2004
    Poquoson, Virginia
    Owner
    •Responsible for full operation of E-Commerce merchandising company
    •Conduct community fundraisers
    •Established affiliate and catalog sales program
    •Designed, created and continually maintain website for company 


    Helpdesq.com/Computer Renaissance, January 2001 to January 2002
    Newport News, Virginia
    Client Support Manager/Lead Technician
    •Developed new helpdesk call center housing up to 10 phone technicians
    •Provided phone support to include hardware, software and sales
    •Became Lead Technician for retail location within 4 months of employment


    Digital Creations, November 1998 to October 2005
    Poquoson, Virginia
    Owner
    • Built server for American Red Cross which became the backbone of their 9/11 Disaster Relief Effort
    • Handle all aspects of business operations
    • Developed websites and databases for clients using ASP, PHP, HTML, Access, MySQL, JavaScript, Flash, SQL and other technologies
    • Developed custom applications for clients and internal use using Visual Basic, C, and Access
    • Provide sales and service to include parts, software/hardware repairs, upgrades, installation, and custom systems integration
    • Act as Network Administrator/Engineer for small offices that do not maintain an internal IT staff


    Gateway 2000/Gateway, June, 1996 to August, 1998
    Hampton, Virginia
    Technical Support Professional
    •Successfully completed Gateway Technician Certification program
    •Chosen out of 300 to participate in a team of 15 for several pilot programs including an email based support team and a conference call support environment
    •Acted as Team Senior and Manager when those members were absent
    •Set up system for and mentored visually impaired employee


    Video Store Incorporated, February1995 to June 1996
    Hampton, Virginia
    Manager
    •Provided excellent sales and customer service
    •Promoted to Store Manager within 3 months of hire date
    •Responsible for all aspects of retail management
    Refrences
    Personal

    Pastor Donald Marsh
    Poquoson Assembly of God
    86 Hudgins Road
    Poquoson, Virginia 23662
    Church: 757-868-9979
    Pager: 757-875-4485

    Barry Baldwin
    814 Hamder Way
    Newport News, Virginia 23602
    757-877-9601

    Joshua Caldwell
    1006 Cockle Town Road
    Yorktown, Virginia 23692
    757-254-4155

    Professional

    Dennis Grizzle
    165 Sweeney Blvd. Room 222
    Langley AFB Va. 23665
    757-764-3714

    Eddie Gorkowski
    Computer Renovators
    12917 Jefferson Avenue
    Newport News, Virginia 23608
    757-246-2222

    D. Wayne Moore Attorney
    606 Thimble Shoals Boulevard
    Building A, Suite 3
    Newport News, Virginia 23606
    757-873-7700