Noah Luis
Honolulu, Hawaii
A diversified individual in the realm of technology covering areas such as: Software Engineering, Computer Repair, Hardware Installation, System Troubleshooting and Testing, Web Design, Networking, Technical Analysis, Database Design, System Administration, Instructional Tutorials, High Performance Computing, and Maintenance.
Technical Expertise
Languages: C, C++, Java, C#, HTML, TCL, PHP, Visual Basic, MQL4, FORTRAN, Ada, SQL
Software: Visual Studios .NET, Dreamweaver, VI, Notepad Pro, Word, Excel, Outlook, Power Point
Systems
Networking: Windows (2000, XP, Vista), LINUX/UNIX, Red Hat, Cent OS, SQL Server, x Windows/term
TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, SMTP, FTP, SSH
Hardware: PCs/Laptops, Network/Memory Cards/RAM/Hard Disks, Motherboards, Power Supplies, CD/DVD-R/RW, Multi-Display/Monitor Systems, Disk Clones, Webcams, Routers, Cat5/Fiber Optic Cabling, Battery Backups, Misc. Wireless devices, and Clusters.
Concepts: Genetic Algorithm Optimization, Module and Incremental Level Testing, Parallel Processing, Artificial Intelligence, Debugging, Evolutionary Research and Development, and Backup and Recovery.
Professional Experience
Emmanutech, Hilo, Hawaii
Owner/Software Engineer/IT Support
Fall 2007-Present
Managed and ran a general Computer Repair and Computer Services business and offered private contracting that cover Software Engineering, Technical Analysis, Web Design, Maintenance, Database Design, and other services.
Accomplishments include:
· Identifying a need for technical and computer services in East Hawaii and marketing my business to bring in independent clientele to allow financial stability.
· Adapted to the IT field by doing constant online research that assisted and ultimately satisfied customers.
· Worked closely with a Systems Engineer to satisfy software requirements and technical analysis as requested.
Pesanka Consulting, Puna, Hawaii
Assistant IT Tech Support Spring & Summer 2007
Assisted Tim Pesanka (owner) in general Computer Repair, On-site support, System Maintenance, and System
installations (hardware and software). Played the role of a mentee in Mr. Pesanka’s business and acquired
knowledge and wisdom to ultimately duplicate Mr. Pesanka’s skills and work ethic.
USGS/HVO/UH Hilo, Hilo, Hawaii Fall 2004 – Spring 2005
Led a team of Software Engineers in the development of an online relational database to allow seismologists at the
Hawaii Volcano Observatory access to seismic data by date, size, duration, etc. through the online interface.
Oversaw all phases of the Software Engineering process including responding to an RFP, Prototyping,
Requirements, Specifications, Development, Incremental Level Testing, and Deployment. Maintained a close
communicational relationship with the client to ensure timely delivery.
Puna Fresh Foods
Web Designer / Online Store Manager
2005-2007
Developed and maintained an online store that allowed United States residents to order Hawaii-based food products.
Food products consisted of dried or frozen seafood, fruits and vegetables, canned foods, snacks, and beverages.
Institute For Astronomy (IRTF Telescope), Hilo, Hawaii
Student Programmer
2003-2005
Spear-headed the continual development of an online Environmental Plot Generator in TCL for the NASA Infrared
Telescope Facility located on the Summit of Mauna Kea on the Big Island of Hawaii. The system would take
measurements in the form of temperature, humidity, wind speed and direction and plot them in a PDF format
to assist astronomers and associated scientists in determining acceptable weather conditions for astronomy activities.
UNIX and LINUX environments were utilized heavily.
Lawrence Livermore National Laboratories (LLNL), Livermore, CA
Scientific Technology Intern
Winter & Spring 2003
This internship was six months in length and sponsored by a partnership between ALU LIKE and LLNL. A diversified toolbox of skills were touched upon and introduced to me ranging from Machining, Web Design, Forensics, Basic Programming, Fiber Optic Cabling, Data Entry and Cataloging, and Mechanical Engineering.
Education Background
University of Hawaii at Hilo
Computer Science Department
2001-2007
Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science
Courses completed range from Software Engineering, Numerical Analysis, Linear Algebra, Operating Systems, Probability, Physics, Calculus, Database Design and Administration, Compiler Theory, Data Structures, Computer Architecture, and Discrete Mathematics.
Waiakea High School, Hilo, Hawaii
1997-2001
Courses: AP Chemistry, Trigonometry, Geometry, Algebra II, Algebra I
