Jan “Yahn” Szpila: Webmonkey Extraordinaire

02/11 - current

Updated internal tools to enhance user experience using HTML, CSS, Javascript/jQuery, and Wicket.
Assisted Creative Director in designing user interfaces and subsquently implemented them in new and existing tools.
Prototyped mobile versions of Emmi's medical presentation product with HTML5, CCS3, and Javascript.
Architected and developed browser-based diagnostic tool to provide help desk technicians with more information when assisting customers.
Increased performance of both applications and development teams by suggesting and facilitating new processes, tools, and methodologies.

03/10 - 2/11

Created modules that leveraged third-party APIs to deliver content to various Tribune properties using object-oriented Javascript, AJAX, and JSP.
Developed JSP templates for affiliate and proof-of-concept sites.
Worked in a cross-functional, agile group to assess and architect solutions for both internal and external customers.

12/09 - 03/10

Assisted in screening and interviewing new applicants for the development team.
Developed components that implemented third-party APIs to provide contextually-sensitive content.
Worked with developers and information architects to implement new core functionality across several high-visibility sites.

09/08 - 12/09

Worked with other engineers to design an XML-based client/server architecture for Flash games.
Worked with other engineers in creating a game engine and framework.
Ported casino game themes to internet-ready Flash applications.

07/07 - 09/08

Managed a small team of production designers, including assigning work, estimating tasks, and coordinating long-term project goals.
Produced and maintained templates based on design partner creative.
Implemented and maintained designs for a range of Hubbard One solutions, including client sites, Sharepoint portals, and HTML e-mail.
Implemented new XML-driven Flash and Flash video solutions.