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About Me
I love computer technology. I currently work for Microsoft in the Windows division and have been with the company for over 12 years. My current job with Microsoft is managing a team of content developers working on both in-box and web content. I have been working as a software professional for over 17 years in both large companies and small starups. I have been writing about software for 6 years and spent the decade before that as a programmer. I'm currently working on a number of Windows Phone 7 apps through a startup I formed with my brother called Techalio. You can check us out at www.techalio.com.
My Awards & Certifications
I'm a Microsoft Certified Professional and and a Microsoft Certified Desktop Support Technician
I have spent the better part of 20 years in the computer industry with most of my training coming from the Microsoft Corporation. I successfully led development teams through large-scale software development projects one of which was bundled with OEM releases of Windows. While at Microsoft, I participated in all areas of software development and design including code writing, software design, test, program management, and release. I spent much of my time at Microsoft as a very successful people manager. I have taught numerous courses for Volt Techncial Services on programming and automation. I also co-authored a book through Microsoft Press on Microsoft Access 2003 (Microsoft Access 2003 Inside Track)
My Experience
I have worked with computers since the early 80s writing my first programs on an Atari 400. I spent some time with the RT Lawrence Corporation in Southern California writing an IVR (interactive voice response) system that was sold to large clients including Reliant General (Southern California's second largest insurance reseller at the time) and Turbo Data Systems who processed parking tickets for many Southern California counties. I then moved to Microsoft starting out in setup and release then moving into software development and finally managing a large development team. I left Microsoft in January 2007 to start my own software development firm, and recently returned to Microsoft to join the Windows group.
I've written multiple training courses for Microsoft and done many hours of classroom technical training for Volt Technical Services. I co-authored a book on Access 2003 and currently manage a team of content developers with Microsoft.
My Latest Articles
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Defensive Browsing and Internet Security Basics
The safest way to drive is by assuming others may make mistakes or break rules that will have drastic consequences. In the same way, those you encounter online may be breaking rules or attempting to take advantage of you. Security tools are important...Published on July 6, 2011 to Security & Privacy
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CFi ShellToys Is Serious Business
I've played with a lot of "power toys" and add-ons for Windows over the years. Some improved productivity, many didn't. Most were more like toys in the traditional sense than true office productivity apps. CFi ShellToys is in a different...Published on July 6, 2011 to Home Office
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Norton Internet Security 2007 - Far from a Drag
When I hear the name "Norton," my mind immediately goes to Ed Norton, the goofy, sincere, sewer worker of "The Honeymooners." This Norton, however, is a smart, classy, powerhouse that will keep your computer secure and running well.Published on July 4, 2011 to Enterprise Security
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