Website Developer
at Chicago Tribune
December 2001 – December 2002
🌐 Website Developer at Chicago Tribune
Contributed to the development and ongoing maintenance of the Chicago Tribune's extensive digital presence, supporting over 50 syndicated nationwide news websites. Enhanced user experience and functionality through advanced web technologies, ensuring high-performance, interactive, and visually engaging online platforms.
Key Responsibilities:
- 💻 Website Development & Maintenance: Built and maintained dynamic, high-traffic news websites using JavaScript, jQuery, JSP, Java, and Flash.
- 📊 Database Integration: Integrated websites with robust backend solutions powered by Oracle databases, ensuring reliable and efficient content management.
- 🚀 Performance Optimization: Optimized site performance, responsiveness, and interactivity to meet the demands of millions of users nationwide.
- 📰 Content Syndication Support: Supported the seamless syndication of content across multiple Tribune-owned news platforms and partner sites.
- 🔧 Technical Troubleshooting: Quickly diagnosed and resolved website issues, minimizing downtime and enhancing overall reliability and usability.
Skills Utilized:
- Web Development (JavaScript, jQuery, JSP, Java, Flash)
- Oracle Database Integration
- Content Management & Syndication
- Performance Optimization
- Problem Solving & Troubleshooting
- Collaboration & Teamwork
- Attention to Detail & Accuracy
- Professionalism & Dependability
- Communication & Interpersonal Skills
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