Colin Zollars
👋 Welcome to my website! 👋
Welcome to My Space *Slaps Knee*
That's a triple entendre!
📜 About Me 📜
*Record Scratch* Yep, that's me, you're probably wondering how I got here. It all started back in 1998, a child was born on a Tuesday afternoon in November. One drop of the head later; I woke up 23 years later, a student in Computer Science, Studying at Franklin University remotely from Orlando, FL with a tenative graduation of November 2023.
Jokes aside, I graduated from Central Ohio Technical College in 2021 with an Associate's Degree, double major in IT Specialism and Software Programming Development. I originally intended to stop there, but once I got close to graduation, I decided I wanted to continue and develop my skills in Computer Science at Franklin University.
As of right now, I am currently looking for Software Engineering Internships/Full-Time positions, preferably remote or around Orlando, FL area.
🎸 Bio 🎸
I am an avid fan of video games, whether it be discussing the most niche game on the GameCube to raiding in World of Warcraft! Some of my other interests are lifting and writing/playing music (Really into rock/metal and hiphop). Being in Orlando, my wife and I like to spend time going to Universal and Disney often. Don't ask me if I have enough light sabers🤺
🎺 Accomplishments 🎺
- Software Development in Java - Issued by Franklin University (Earners of the Software Development in Java badge have the foundational knowledge in object-oriented development in Java. They have the key knowledge in data structures, recursive algorithms and algorithm efficiency. They understand how to apply design patterns and test-driven development. They have the skills to design, use, implement and administer database systems. They can use HTML/CSS/XML, JDBC, Java Server Pages, and Java Servlets as the implementation mechanisms for web applications.) See Certificate
- Fall Trimester '22 President's List Honor - Issued by Franklin University (Successfully completed 8 or more undergraduate credit hours with a minimum cumulative GPA of 4.0.) See Certificate
- Spring Semester '21 President's List - Issued by COTC (To qualify, a student must be enrolled in a minimum of 12 graded credit hours and earn a grade point average of 4.00.)
- Fall Semester '20 President's List - Issued by COTC
- KBW Scholarship Fall '21 - Issued by Board of Trustees of the Newark Campus Development Fund (This scholarship is awarded to Knox County residents attending Central Ohio Technical College. Applicants must have demonstrated academic success)
- Spring Semester Honor List Spring '21 - Issued by COTC
📁 Projects 📁
I’m not a person who embraces challenges. I run from challenges. I break world records running from challenges.
-Larry David
🎓 Education 🎓
Franklin University
Columbus, OH
- Currently attending: 08/2021-11/2023
- Bachelor of Science
- Major: Computer Science
Central Ohio Technical College
Newark, OH
- Attended between: 05/2019-05/2021
- Associate of Applied Business
- Double Major: Software & Programming Development/IT Specialism
✏️ Coursework ✏️
Undergraduate | B.S
*Future classes to be added
- Data Structures & Algorithms I, II
- Application Server Development
- Database Management Systems
- Principals of Computer Organization
- Programming Language: Principal/Practice
- Discrete Mathematics
- Operating Systems
- Cyber Security Fundamentals
- CS Practicum: I, II, III
Undergraduate | A.A.B
- System Analysis & Design
- Networking
- Java Programming
- Web Design I, II, III
- Disaster Recovery & Business Continuity
- Technical Writing
- Database
- Operating Systems & Security
- .NET/C# Programming
💼 Work History 💼
General Mills
01/2023 - Current
Position: DevOps Engineer - Integrations
Remote
- Utilize Middleware technologies such as Terraform and Vault to streamline system integration and maximize efficiency.
- Deploy GCP to bolster developer integration with Middleware technologies, optimizing and enhancing cloud-computing operations.
- Led the seamless transition of an internal web analytics tool from Tealium to Google Tag Management, optimizing web tracking capabilities.
- Craft and deploy robust API Proxies via Apigee, facilitating secure and efficient data interchange.
- Maintain both On-prem and Cloud clusters for Elastic Cloud, ensuring seamless operations and high availability.
- Craft and deploy robust API Proxies via Apigee, facilitating secure and efficient data interchange.
- Leverage Elasticsearch to accelerate data retrieval, improving system response times and user experience.
DR DAS LTD
12/2019 - 10/2022
Position: Data Acquisition Specialist
Newark, OH
- Head of Knowledge Base | Wrote and Published over 45 Technical Documents | hosted training platform for Webinar’s & training on Environmental Software.
- Contributed to the software development requested by the EPA, adhering to environmental standards and regulations.
- Completed and Closed over 100 software-related bugs/tickets.
- Hosted training platform for Webinars & training on Environmental Software - Agencies like EPA, RSQA Montréal etc...
- Provided specialized services for Environmental Digital Data Acquisition systems, ensuring optimal data collection and processing.
- Authored technical notes and manuals for software and instruments related to Environmental Data Acquisition, facilitating user understanding and effective utilization.
- Conducted group training sessions for agencies such as the EPA and other businesses on EDA software usage, enhancing operational efficiency.
- Offered customer support through the GoToAssist Ticketing System, resolving issues promptly and maintaining high customer satisfaction.
- Successfully persuaded the company to adopt GitHub, spearheading the implementation of Git and Source Control which improved code reviews and development practices.
Ariel Corporation
02/2017 - 04/2019Position: Supply Chain Operator
Mount Vernon, OH
- Operated heavy machinery, including stand-up forklifts, sit-down forklifts, and WAVEs, maintaining high safety standards and operational efficiency.
- Delivered items to their necessary locations while utilizing the SAP Inventory Program, ensuring accurate inventory management.
- Collaborated with co-workers to complete on-demand tasks efficiently and promptly, contributing to team productivity.
- Self-trained to master a completely different department while maintaining responsibilities in my assigned department, demonstrating adaptability and commitment.
Kroger
03/2014 - 03/2017
Position: Customer Service Representative
Mount Vernon, OH
- Computed sales prices and total purchases, processing payments efficiently and accurately.
- Described merchandise, explaining product operation to customers to facilitate informed purchasing decisions.
- Operated a cash register, processing cash, check, and credit card transactions with meticulous attention to detail.
- Guided customers in selecting items that reflected their personal style and shape, providing insights about the quality, value, and style of products+
📜 Certifications 📜
Java Certificate (Codecedemy)
Foundations of Cloud Computing (Codecedemy)
💼 Contact Info & Other Websites | *Business/Opprotunity Inquiries Only* 💼
Email: colinzollars@gmail.com 📧
Phone Number (Call or Text): 614-706-1557 📞
Github
Resume
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