Jacobus "Coby" Coetsee

Experience

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  Dex IT

  Mar 2003 - Aug 2005

  MIS Query Writer

  Setup and maintain queries for reporting services on the IBM AS 400 mainframe system.Microsoft Office package for creating reports, and VBA.

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  KnowledgeCore Ltd UK

  Jan 2006 - Oct 2007

  Product Developer / Architect

  * Development was done in .Net 2.0 C# using NHibernate as the ADO and SQL 2005.* A huge amount of Custom controls were designed.* .NetCharting and DevExpress was also implemented.* The focus of the software was Project, Risk, Issue, Time management.* Reported directly to senior management (CEO)* Compiled User Documentation

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  Self Employed

  Nov 2007 - Nov 2008

  Contract Developer

  * .Net Contract developer * C#, NHibernate, Visual Studio, ASP.Net

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  NDL Software Limited

  Feb 2009 - Jul 2010

  NDL - Metascybe Ltd.

  In this role, I provisioned consultancy services in EMS systems, mobile solutions, applications development, web services, and .NET products. I also facilitated review requirements, design specifications, strategic planning, integration, and coding across service offerings. Furthermore, I completed a diverse project portfolio for high-end clients, including Oxford Council, Ian Williams, Weaver Vale, and Stockton & Darlington Council.Related Technical Competencies: C#, VB.Net, Web Services, Windows Services, Asp.Net, VB Script, SQL, XSLT, XML, Visual Studio, awiMX, awiSX, awiDX, awiQX (NDL Software), SVN Source Control Show less

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  Capricorn Coding Ltd

  Aug 2010 - Oct 2020

  IT Consultant / Founder / Director

  In 2010, I established Capricorn Coding and have provided high-quality services for a decade. I have directed various client-facing and end-user support activities, including requirements gathering, stakeholder engagement, training, and advisory services. I reviewed, analysed, and augmented business processes to drive overall efficiency and productivity. I also spearheaded a variety of projects ranging in scope, budget, complexity, and time frame. In addition, I steered all aspects of project and product life-cycle to maximise results. Furthermore, I crafted customised applications, API's, and databases. In furtherance of these aims, I carried out corresponding testing, issue resolution, and performance monitoring activities. Moreover, I championed Agile and DevOps methodologies to drive effectiveness in day-to-day operations. Key accomplishments, include:★ Successfully established and developed an independent enterprise within a niche market.★ Collaborated with a broad array of reputable customers, including BT, Leicester City Council, Moray Council, North Hertfordshire Homes Ltd./settle, Richmondshire Council, Red Bull, and PSL Ltd.★ Implemented CAPITA payment gateway for Stockton Council to minimise excess waste removing services.★ Enhanced Care-in-Motion XML processing procedures to ensure adherence to all deadlines for delivering CiM system to a NHS trust.★ Created a bespoke scheduling system used by North Hertfordshire Homes contact centre for response measures.★ Generated and delivered a wide range of web media, integration processes, software solutions, and mobile applications.★ Integral in updating, migrating, converting, and consolidating information management initiatives and assets.Related Technical Competencies: C#, VB.Net, SQL, Web Services, .Net Core, Asp.Net MVC, Blazor, Web API, Azure, Python, Raspberry Pi, DevExpress, jQuery, GitHub, Azure DevOps, NDL Toolkits, WinForms, VBScripts, XML, Web Services, XSLT, .NET, Visual Studio, PyCharm Show less

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  The Openwork Partnership

  Oct 2020 - now

  • Senior Software Developer

    Jul 2022 - now

  • Dotnet Developer

    Oct 2020 - Aug 2022