Resume: Daniel F. Dickinson

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dfdpublic@wildtechgarden.ca | www.wildtechgarden.ca | www.danielfdickinson.ca

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Professional Summary

Creating opportunities to follow a passion for life and tech for the common good.

Skills Highlights

  • Cloud Computing: OpenStack, Puppet, Terraform, Ansible, CI, CD, SSL
  • DevOps/System Administration: Linux (Debian, Ubuntu, CentOS, Alpine), Windows, SSH
  • Software Development: C, Git, Python, Bash, Node.js, WSL, Visual Studio Code, Vi
  • Frontend Web: HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, Hugo, Authoring (technical and other)
  • Virtualization: Qemu/KVM, Libvirt, Docker, Packer (some Hyper-V, Xen, Vagrant)
  • Embedded Linux: OpenWrt, Yocto/OpenEmbedded, ARM, MIPS, Cross-Compiling

Employment History

Developer, Blogger & Website Operator • Daniel Dickinson

2018 — 2023

Software Developer & DevOps • Turnberry Solutions

2015 — 2016

  • Automated provisioning and deployment of OpenStack and AWS instances using Packer, Puppet, and Terraform.
  • Automated configuration roll-out using Puppet and a Git/Puppet master in-house integrated system combined with an RPM repository, including detailed documentation.
  • Developed various software in Python and Go, including software to find the type of devices connected to a telecommunications system.

Software Developer & DevOps • Yoh (Day & Zimmermann)

2014 — 2015

  • See Turnberry Solutions (same client, different intermediary).

Firmware Developer • PowerCloud Systems

2011 — 2014

  • Participated in the design and realization of a breakthrough cloud-based home networking solution in a fast-paced start-up environment, including developing, testing, troubleshooting, and bug-fixing using improvement on the techniques developed for an earlier cloud-based AP solution.
  • Supplied technical help and advice related to the products to the QA team and the executive team.

Software Consultant • SMB Phone Inc

2010 — 2010

  • Offered design advice on a hardware CPE VoIP device and designed prototype firmware.

Firmware and Software Developer • Vertical Communication

2009 — 2010

  • Created a web front-end for the FreeSWITCH softswitch based on OpenWrt (Lua).
  • Created a prototype web-based provisioning system for a VoIP device using Perl and designed a RESTful version.

Intern • Vertical Communications

2009 — 2009

  • Enabled existing hardware VoIP device to use OpenWrt in preparation for enabling VoIP services through FreeSWITCH softswitch.

Part-time Independent Consultant • Daniel Dickinson

2003 — 2009

  • Performed public service works, including helping non-technical users, developing, and documenting for open-source projects, and building, configuring, and distributing computers for free, at one point producing a custom Debian-based distribution for use on old hardware (XFCE-based).
  • Became an OpenWrt and LuCI developer and earned commit access.

Programmer Analyst / Technician • C & I Technologies

1998 — 2002

  • Designed and developed database projects in Borland C++ Builder, as well as websites, Java applets, and documentation.
  • Designed, developed, and deployed a custom Java applet for graphical design and requesting sales quotes for module dock systems through to order-entry and matching with payments.

Undergraduate Teaching assistant • University of Guelph

1998 — 1998

  • Taught lab sections and graded projects for two different semesters.
  • Advised students on course material.

Accounts Payable Clerk • Autocom Manufacturing

1997 — 1997

  • Performed invoice and purchase order receiving.
  • Matched invoices and purchase orders.
  • Entered data into an AS/400-based accounting system
  • Consulted with other employees about incomplete or delayed information reporting.

Production Support • Crate Designs (Heirloom Canada)

1995 – 1996

  • Moved to a perpetual inventory system using MISys and ACCPAC.
  • Maintained inventory records (item lists and inventory).
  • Produced production scheduling reports.

Data Entry and Processing Assistant • Dr. David L.G. Noakes, University of Guelph

1995 — 1995

  • Entered data for a private library of research papers on Ichthyology.
  • Entered and processed data for a paper by a research assistant of Dr. Noakes.

Accounting Clerk • Prior Resource Group (various clients)

1994 — 1994

  • Coordinated four employees for preparation of incoming cheques/cash.
  • Performed A/R duties and filing.
  • Performed A/P data-entry.

Typesetter • Ontarion

1993 — 1993

  • Performed entry and layout of ads (text-only ads).

Youth Literacy Assistant • Wellington County Literacy Council

1992 — 1992

  • Promoted youth literacy including creating advertisements and administering a youth writing contest.

Community Contributions

Volunteer Tutor • Gateway Centre for Learning

2018 — 2023

  • Tutored learners to help them reach higher literacy levels in English and technology.
  • Planned, prepared, and used existing materials to support learning.

Member, Midland Accessibility Advisory Committee • Town of Midland

2018 — 2022

  • Reviewed site plans for accessibility issues.
  • Reviewed other town matters for accessibility related concerns under the AODA (Accessibility for Ontarions with Disabilities Act).

Volunteer Maker • Midland Public Library

2017 — 2023

  • Created and presented talks on various talks on various computing topics for adults.
  • Taught basic electronics and coding, quite enthusiastically, to a group of children 8 to 12 years old as part of team of volunteers a “Bot & Bytes” workshop series.
  • Participated and offered advice as a member of the Makerspace Advisory Group.

Open-Source Developer • Various Online/Offline Projects

2004 — 2023

  • Collaborated with international teams on projects such as OpenWrt, various Hugo themes, and more.

  • Added projects to which I created, or to which I have contributed, in GitHub repositories at https://github.com/danielfdickinson moving to https://gitlab.com/danielfdickinson).

  • Contributed directly and indirectly to Linux kernel (search for “Dickinson” in the source).

  • Created a custom Debian-derived distribution for use on old computers.

  • Assisted Bruce-Grey Linux Users Group in refurbishing old computers for United Way clients (STARS project).

Website Designer • United Way, Guelph

2001 — 2001

President of Science Fiction, Fantasy, and Horror Club • Central Student Association, University of Guelph

1997 — 1999

  • Performed executive duties for the SFFH including promotion, activities, membership matters, and administrative duties.

Education

  • Currently cross-skilling in Microsoft’s PowerPlatform and working toward several certifications
  • Smart Serve® • Ontario Government Online Certification (expired due to Cannabis Act) • 2020
  • 3D Printer and Laser Cutter Certifications • MPL MakerPlace • 2019
  • Tutor Training • Gateway Centre for Learning • 2018
  • WHMIS • Online certification • 2016
  • Soft Skills Solutions® • HERO Centre • 2016
  • Volunteer Training • CMHA, Hanover • 2005
  • Bachelor of Computing / Baccalaureate in Computing • University of Guelph • 2003
  • OSSD (OAC) • ADHS • 1992

Awards

  • Dean’s Honour List • University of Guelph • 1997
  • J.A. Howsen Brocklebank Grade Thirteen Award (First): Highest in school on best seven O.A.C credits • ADHS • 1992
  • J.A. Howsen Brocklebank Award: For male who contributed most to high school life • ADHS • 1992
  • Special School Letter • ADHS • 1992
  • School Letter • ADHS • 1991

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