Basic Math
Started: 5/31/1985
Duration: 4000 months
I’m a Basic Math specialist with 40 years of steady practice—leveraging core mathematical concepts to solve everyday problems, optimize code, and drive data-driven decisions.
- Core Arithmetic: Master addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division to validate calculations, process data, and implement algorithms.
- Fractions & Ratios: Simplify and apply fractions, percentages, and ratios for data normalization, reporting metrics, and trend analysis.
- Exponents & Roots: Use exponentiation and root extraction in statistical models, performance formulas, and algorithmic functions.
- Numeric Precision: Manage rounding, significant figures, and floating-point behavior to ensure reliable results in financial and scientific contexts.
- Problem-Solving Logic: Employ mathematical reasoning for debugging, capacity planning, and complexity analysis in software projects.
- Mental Math & Estimation: Quickly estimate values, perform sanity checks, and boost efficiency without a calculator.
Key Skills: Arithmetic · Fractions · Percentages · Exponents · Roots · Numeric Accuracy · Estimation · Mathematical Problem Solving
Used in These Jobs
- Bookstore Salesclerk
📚 Bookstore Salesclerk at Powell's Books Chicago Worked as a dedicated retail salesclerk at Powell's Books Chicago, ass…
- Caretaker
🏠 Caretaker at Service Alternatives for Washington, Inc. Provided dedicated, compassionate care and daily living suppor…
- Carpet Cleaner
✨ Professional Carpet Cleaner at Steam Plus Provided professional carpet cleaning services for residential and commercia…
- Construction Worker
🛠️ Construction Worker at Jet Rag Construction Participated in the transformation of an old photo lab into a vibrant re…
- Cook
🍽️ Cook at Nightcrawler Cafe Progressed from assistant cook to primary cook at Nightcrawler Cafe, a vibrant restaurant…
- Cook, Waitstaff, Web developer
☕ Cook, Waitstaff & Web Developer at Java Jive Café Played a multifaceted role in running Java Jive Café, a popular gath…
- Founder & Chief Technology Officer (CTO)
🚀 Founder & Chief Technology Officer at Habitat Life, LLC Founded and led Habitat Life, LLC, directing all aspects of t…
- Office Manager
⚾ Office Manager at Home Run Managed daily operations and provided comprehensive administrative support at Home Run, a s…
- Painter & Remodeler
🎨 Painter & Remodeler Self-Employed Owned and operated an independent residential painting and remodeling business, spe…
- Personal Assistant
🌟 Personal Assistant at Maximilian Modelling Agency Served as a dedicated personal assistant to the owners of Maximilia…
- Retail Clerk & Tarot Reader
🔮 Retail Clerk & Tarot Reader at A Taste of Heaven Provided warm, attentive customer service at the original retail bak…
- Retail Salesclerk
🌿 Retail Salesclerk at Zenith Supplies Provided welcoming and knowledgeable retail support at Zenith Supplies, a specia…
- Retail Sales Clerk
🛠️ Retail Sales Clerk at Handy Andy Hardware Store Provided helpful and knowledgeable customer service in a busy hardwa…
- Retail Salesclerk & Astrology Instructor
📚 Retail Salesclerk & Astrology Instructor at Psychic Eye Book Shop Provided knowledgeable customer assistance and enga…
- Sales Clerk, Cook
🌱 Sales Clerk & Cook at Healing Earth Resources Served dual roles as sales clerk and cook at Healing Earth Resources, a…
- Shift Supervisor
☕ Shift Supervisor at Starbucks Advanced from barista to shift supervisor at Starbucks, managing daily operations and en…
- Software Developer & Systems Administrator
Lead developer and systems administrator for the Sentry Drug Testing Management Solution at Cordant Health Solutions, ov…
- Website Developer
🌐 Website Developer at Chicago Tribune Contributed to the development and ongoing maintenance of the Chicago Tribune's…