Problem solver

I enjoy problem solving and optimization. I leverage code to automate workflows and perform complex spatial analysis. My tools of the trade include Python, C# and JS.

Hello, this is where I have links to some projects!

link to one of jacks projects

ESRI Arcade Code Store, for editing and sharing.

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Instant GeoJSON Visualization with Leaflet.

link to one of jacks projects

Water Polo play recorder. Allows users to save and record plays!

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Web maps!

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Weather web application uses leaflet lat lon function and an api to gather local weather information.

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Home price per sqr. ft. comparison calculator. Realtors often use comps to determine a estimated price for a home.

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Site selection analysis in Arcgis model builder to determine highly suitable solar farm locations in Florida.

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Esri story map with geospatial data to examine a rural Louisiana community.

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Fun browser media player with shuffle!

Work Experience

  • S3 - TECO

    GIS Systems Analyst
    • Automated map production workflows, saving the company over 1,000 hours annually by eliminating manual, time-intensive processes.
    • Designed and implemented robust data pipelines to integrate disparate systems, ensuring timely data transformations, cross-system consistency, and data integrity.
    • Led custom GIS development projects, including ArcGIS Enterprise enhancements, translating business requirements into actionable solutions.
    • Optimized and scaled GIS services, performing capacity planning to ensure high availability and performance.
    • Enabled self-service capabilities by creating user-friendly data pipelines, empowering business users to access and manage data independently.
  • NV5

    Geospatial Analyst
    • Developed custom C# extensions for ArcGIS Pro, reducing repetitive tasks and saving each analyst an average of 20 minutes daily.
    • Leveraged Python and ArcPy to automate geospatial workflows, boosting productivity while documenting tools and limitations to enhance collaboration and knowledge sharing across teams.
  • UDC inc.

    GIS Technician I
    • Coordinate with team members and off-shore partners to verify quality of 3-D rendered structural models to ensure client needs are met in a timely fashion
    • Explore means of productivity enhancement though python and excel.
  • Northwest Florida Water Management District

    OPS-GIS Analyst
    • Assisted in the production of an extensive catalog of shapefiles that represent features of the greater Northwest Florida Area from remote sensed optical aerial imagery.
    • Adapted a system that utilized Survey123 to capture real-time data in the field.

Education

  • University of South Florida

    Masters level course work
    • Advanced GIS - implement model builder in ArcGIS 10.8 to replicate work flows, perform raster data tasks, suitability analysis and network analysis.
    • Programming for GIS utilizing python to create features and create work flows without a GUI to harness geospatial operations available in ArcPy.
  • Florida State University

    Bachelor of Science in Environmental Science
    • Wholistic education with courses from biology, environmental law, hydrology, GIS, and various geosciences.
    • Gained practical knowledge in environmental fieldwork and environmental law including environmental resource permitting.
  • Broward College

    Certification in Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
    • Courses in human geography, GIS applications, 3-D rendering and remote sensing.

Contact

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