Junior Software Developer - Bridget Kimball

Overview and Summary

Worked on development, automation, and database enhancement projects to improve internal tools, reporting, and production visibility. Quickly learned and applied C#, VBA, PowerShell, and Power BI while supporting multiple business-critical systems, including the Harrisonburg Intranet, Training Database, customer-facing databases, and production-floor monitoring tools.

Recognized for initiative, rapid learning, and problem-solving, I was invited to continue part-time after my internship to provide ongoing development support during the academic year.

Key Features

VBA/Access Automation

Built and automated VBA/Access solutions that eliminated manual workflows and saved approximately 10 staff hours per week.

Database Design and Security

Improved system performance and security by splitting databases, enforcing role-based access controls, and reducing recurring errors.

Production Monitoring Solutions

Designed and deployed automated production-floor monitor solutions using PowerShell, PC Sticks, and intelligent web/PDF switching logic.

Power BI Reporting

Developed and tested Power BI reports and dashboards for operational visibility and future automation opportunities.

System Troubleshooting and Support

Troubleshot data connections, reporting errors, and UI issues across internal systems, improving reliability and usability.

Technologies and Skills

Backend Development

C#, VBA/Access, PowerShell

Database Management

Microsoft Access, SQL, Database Design

Business Intelligence

Power BI, Data Visualization, Reporting

Web and Frontend

HTML, CSS, JavaScript

Implementation Highlights

VBA Automation System Design

Architected comprehensive VBA/Access automation solutions that eliminated manual data entry and processing tasks. Designed intuitive user interfaces and error handling to ensure staff could maintain systems without technical expertise.

Production-Floor Monitoring System

Designed an innovative automated monitoring solution using PowerShell scripts and PC Sticks that dynamically switched between web interfaces and PDF documents based on system status and alerts, providing real-time production visibility.

Multi-System Technical Support

Provided reliable technical support across multiple critical business systems including the Harrisonburg Intranet, Training Database, customer databases, and monitoring tools. Diagnosed and resolved data connection, reporting, and UI issues to minimize downtime.

Learning Outcomes

Mastered VBA programming and Access database design for creating automated business solutions
Developed proficiency in C# and .NET Framework for application development
Learned PowerShell scripting for system automation and server management
Gained expertise in Power BI for data visualization and business intelligence
Improved database design, security, and optimization skills through real-world implementation
Developed strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities across diverse technical systems
Enhanced ability to translate business requirements into technical solutions
Practiced professional communication and technical documentation for knowledge transfer

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