Neal Barnett
Verified Expert in Engineering
Web Scraping Developer
San Jose, CA, United States
Toptal member since May 15, 2019
Neal is a seasoned expert in PHP, JavaScript, and SQL, with extensive experience in both UI and as a database developer and administrator (DBA). With a proven track record of delivering exceptional results on major cloud platforms, he is your go-to professional for robust, scalable, and high-performing web solutions. If you're looking for a US-based senior WordPress full-stack developer to elevate your web projects, Neal's expertise can transform your digital presence today!
Portfolio
Experience
- SQL - 20 years
- Databases - 20 years
- WordPress - 12 years
- PHP - 8 years
- Web Scraping - 7 years
- Python - 5 years
- WooCommerce - 5 years
- Laravel - 4 years
Availability
Preferred Environment
Google Cloud Platform (GCP), WordPress, SQL, REST APIs, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Data Architecture, UI Design, Full-stack Development, Query Optimization, WooCommerce, API Databases, Data Quality, Encryption, BigQuery, Data Pipelines, Scraping, Communication, Google Sheets, Data Validation, Google Cloud Storage, Google Cloud Key Management Services (KMS), Large-scale Data Migration, Linux
The most amazing...
...web/database project I've worked on was the one that enabled legal wine shipping throughout the US.
Work Experience
Database Architect and Developer
GlobalScape
- Updated and optimized an intelligent file transfer application with a SQL database back end.
- Used various tools and techniques to make routines run more quickly and efficiently.
- Created reporting tables to increase reports by up to 80%.
- Scripted nightly tasks to summarize the daily information for a quicker output.
CIO
Fort Systems
- Oversaw company security, including firewalls, WAFs, and external firms.
- Handled IT infrastructure, both internal and cloud.
- Interfaced with vendors, resources, developers, and internal staff.
- Managed IT and infrastructure projects for the entire company.
Consultant - eCommerce and Web Development
Sign-On Systems
- Worked on a number of website projects, mainly using WordPress, PHP, and MySQL. Managed several PMP-certified developers using Agile methods.
- Handled database consulting projects using my DBA and SQL development skills.
- Oversaw eCommerce and SaaS application launches with various companies.
- Used web scraping to scrape websites for data from both static and dynamic web pages. Ported the scraped data to SQL Server for analysis and reporting.
Database Administrator, Application Developer, Project Manager
SSI Investment Management
- Managed and administered multiple SQL Server instances.
- Managed and updated the company website, including the database back end.
- Oversaw the development of portfolio management and trading applications.
Database Administrator, Website Developer, App Developer
Preferred Convention Services, Inc.
- Designed and created the database schema.
- Oversaw database administration.
- Developed a web application using .NET.
- Designed and developed the website.
Senior Database Administrator, Architect, Developer
FORT Systems
- Designed and created the database schema.
- Oversaw the monitoring, upgrades, security, backups, and archiving for the database.
- Developed the database with a focus on queries, stored procedures, views, and performance optimization.
Senior SQL Server Developer
RanchWorx Global Inc
- Updated a PHP/Vue application with a number of requested changes. Required database modifications, front-end/UI updates, and internal code changes.
- Tracked and fixed bugs using online spreadsheets and documents.
- Oversaw the launch process, moving the site to a separate location and domain.
PostgreSQL Architect and Developer
MyFitment
- Optimized a very large database.
- Added missing indexes, optimized queries, and suggested schema changes.
- Improved the platform configuration to allow the database to run more optimally.
Experience
Shop Hotel Beds Direct
http://www.shophbd.comNo-code Developers Freelance Platform
Tableau Reports for TV Audience Analysis
Counselors of Real Estate Portal
http://www.cre.orgPython Web Scrape into SQL Server
SQL: Use Report Summary Table if Available
Techniques used include testing for table existence, testing for available data, creating minimum and maximum functions inline to test for minimum and maximum dates between two supplied, joining with a view, and UNION multiple queries.
Housing Credit Score Proof of Concept
https://www.exposure.com/ShopVOX Database Project
http://www.shopvox.comAmerican Cancer Society - ACS Heroes
RanchWorx Global - Update PHP-based Application with Various Modifications
http://stw.ranchworx.comEducation
Master's Degree in Business Administration
University of San Francisco - San Francisco, CA
Bachelor's Degree in Statistics and Computer Science
UC Berkeley - Berkeley, CA, USA
Certifications
Project Management Professional (PMP)
Project Management Institute (PMI)
Microsoft MCSA
Microsoft
Public Speaking Certification
Dale Carnegie
Skills
Libraries/APIs
Beautiful Soup, WooCommerce API, Stripe API, REST APIs, Vue, jQuery
Tools
pgAdmin, Adobe CQ, Tableau, Microsoft Power BI, Jira, Query Plan, GitHub, Visual Studio, Asana, Git, BigQuery, Google Sheets, SolarWinds, Microsoft Project
Languages
Delphi 7, SQL, JavaScript, Python, T-SQL (Transact-SQL), PHP, SQL DML, HTML, CSS, Delphi, HTML5, C#
Frameworks
Selenium, Genesis Framework, .NET, Flutter, Laravel, OAuth 2, Bootstrap
Paradigms
ETL, Agile, DevOps, Continuous Delivery (CD), Continuous Integration (CI), Agile Project Management, Unit Testing, B2B, Data-driven Design, UI Design
Platforms
Windows, Google Cloud Platform (GCP), Windows Server, WordPress, Heroku, cPanel, Amazon Web Services (AWS), Adobe ColdFusion, Linux, Azure, WooCommerce
Storage
Microsoft SQL Server, Azure SQL, Databases, PostgreSQL, MySQL, Database Administration (DBA), SQL Server Reporting Services (SSRS), SQL Performance, Database Modeling, API Databases, Data Pipelines, SQL Server Integration Services (SSIS), Amazon S3 (AWS S3), NoSQL, Amazon DynamoDB, Data Validation, Google Cloud Storage, SQL CLR, Database Architecture
Industry Expertise
Project Management, Healthcare
Other
Performance Optimization, Import/Export, CIO, Machine Learning, Web Scraping, Data Queries, Web Development, Performance Tuning, Data Modeling, Data Architecture, Software Development, Full-stack Development, Architecture, Data Engineering, Query Optimization, English, Data Migration, Data Management, Data Quality, Scraping, Communication, APIs, Reporting, BI Reporting, Security, Business Administration, International Affairs, Data Analysis, Data Analytics, Statistical Methods, Integration Testing, Dashboards, API Integration, Payment APIs, Plugins, Web Crawlers, Search, SEO Tools, Elementor, Gravity Forms, Shipping Management, Monday.com, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Mobile Back-end, BPM, Migration, eCommerce, Encryption, Google Cloud Key Management Services (KMS), Large-scale Data Migration, IT Management, IT Project Management, Web Project Management, Certified Project Manager, Public Speaking, Computer Science, IT Projects, GoDaddy, Excel to PDF
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