Seth Syberg

New York based computer science lecturer, web development guru, and tech solutions specialist.

Education

Brown University
Master of Science, Computer Science
University of California, Santa Cruz
Bachelor's Degree with Honors, Computer Science

Teaching Experience

Courses Taught:
  • Information Management*
  • Systems Analysis and Design*
  • Database Systems Design*
  • Agile Software Development Project*
  • IT Senior Project using the Unified Process*
  • Advanced Web Design and Development*
  • Programming for the Web with PHP*
  • Client/Server Internet Applications*
  • Server Side Web Applications*
  • Introduction to Web Development with XHTML, CSS, and JavaScript*
  • Introduction to JavaScript*
  • Web Foundations
  • Introduction to Programming in Visual Basic

*Extensive Curriculum Development

Teaching History

  • Lecturer, Institute of Technology 09/2010 - 06/2011

    University of Washington Tacoma Tacoma, WA

  • Instructor of Information Technology 09/2008 - 07/2010

    Seattle Central Community College Seattle, WA

  • Instructor of Information Technology 09/2008 - 12/2008

    Bellevue College Bellevue, WA

  • Information Technology Continuing Education Instructor 06/2008 - 02/2010

    Bellevue College Continuing Education Bellevue, WA

  • Instructor of Information Technology 06/2008 - 08/2008

    Edmonds Community College Lynnwood, WA

Industry Experience - Consulting

Project Manager / Systems Architect, 01/2012 - Present
Ponderate.it, New York, NY
Project Manager / Technical Consultant, 07/2011 - Present
Bring10.com, New York, NY
Worked as project lead on the design, development, and deployment of the web and mobile based application for Bring10.com (http://www.bring10.com). Following an agile methodology, I managed a small team of entry level developers with a focus on best practices, scalability, security, and quality assurance. I took a very hands on approach to the project and played the role of Senior Developer whenever necessary.
Owner, 01/2010 - Present
Vergeworks, New York, NY
Owner / Project Manager / Developer of a web design and development firm. I manage a small group of designers, developers, and interns on a variety of projects for web based clients. I am often directly involved in much of the design process and application development. Currently preparing to release myDigiDistro, an open source digital media distribution system (http://www.mydigidistro.com).
Application/Database Developer, 01/2008 - 01/2009
Shape Up the Nation, Providence, RI
Developed a full online store / shopping cart from the ground up using an emulated MVC framework using Smarty and Propel with Ajax, PHP, MySQL, and Apache. Worked alone and built the fully customized system from start to finish. Was responsible for all technical aspects of the project including planning, hosting, system administration, software installation, payment transactions, and stakeholder liaison.
Application/Database Developer, 01/2008 - 12/2008
Office of Letters and Light, San Francisco, CA
Used PHP and MySQL to develop and modify customized modules to seamlessly integrate with their Drupal driven website. Some modules to be released to the Drupal community for public consumption: http://www.scriptfrenzy.org/
Application/Database Developer, 03/2006 - 10/2006
IMR Corp, Shirley, MA
Developed a full online "store framework" from the ground up using an emulated MVC framework using Smarty and Propel with PHP, MySQL, and Apache. The framework allowed IMR to sell fully customized "stores" to other companies. Worked with one other developer and built the fully customized system from start to finish. Major feature of the store allowed customer to customize products on the fly. (example store: https://ipubs.mymarketingstore.net/)
Web Engineer, 04/2006
Breakthrough Collaborative, San Francisco, CA
Implemented a new alumni donation system using PHP and Javascript.
Web/Database Engineer, 03/2006
Actoguitar.com, New York, NY
Worked on vBulletin and LifeType integration. Wrote a custom plugin for vBulleting/LifeType cross registration. Packaged plugin for distribution. (plugin: http://www.vbulletin.org/forum/showthread.php?t=109778)
Application/Database Developer, 5/2004
Forex Capital Markets, New York, NY
Created a quiz center for an already existing online course site, allowing students to take quizzes, ask questions, and compare scores. Set up and optimized MySQL database. Followed strict OOP / templating methodologies to keep the design and code autonomous and easily maintained.
Application/Database Developer, 12/2001 - 6/2003
Vergeworks, Oakland, CA
Joined a team mid-development working on an extensive xml-based content management system. Developed a web based bug tracking system from scratch to be used internally at Vergeworks. Built on LAMP stack with PEAR

Industry Experience - Full Time

Web Engineer/DBA/IT Director, 09/2004 - 12/2005
Public Library of Science, San Francisco, CA
Worked with a small team to maintain and develop LAMP applications to support Web-based publishing of scientific journals and Web site development, as well as related applications. Oversaw the IT infrastructure, system administration, and programming needs of PLoS. Played many roles in various projects including planner, researcher, project manager, and developer.
Application/Database Developer, 08/1999 - 01/2001
Trailbreaker.com, Oakland, CA
LAMP developer and engineer using PHP, Perl, and MySQL for front and back end functionality. Created, maintained, and optimized MySQL database, worked on the consumer web page and the administrative tools for the company. Worked on an extensive and revolutionary web analytics tool and developed a custom content management system.