Here are some key points about me:
- Graduated analyst-programmer, experienced system administrator, certified Claris FileMaker developer.
- 30+ years work experience in Information Technologies.
- Development from A to Z of many information systems (mostly ERPs).
- Strong analytical skills based on my training, vast experience and a natural talent for information technologies.
- Extensive knowledge of database management systems for corporate workgroups and businesses.
- Implementation of several computer networks and administration of multiple business servers.
- I have owned and operated businesses for many years, so I have a complete understanding of on-time and on-budget parameters.
- I am fluent in French and English.
Claris FileMaker
Claris FileMaker is my favorite “Swiss army knife” because it fits well in many projects. It’s a fast and coherent development platform, it’s relatively affordable and we’re never disappointed with the results.
I’m currently building great WebDirect, Pro and Go FileMaker applications which are deployed on FileMaker Server (on AWS or on premise). I'm also a champion of FileMaker integrations/automations with other systems using Claris Connect or other platforms.
A few years ago, I developed a popular FileMaker plugin called EventScript.
Artificial Intelligence
To differentiate between illusions and what is truly useful, we conducted months of rigorous experiments on locally installed AIs, with or without Internet access (100% private if needed). I now understand what they are, what good or harm they could bring, how they work overall and how they can be wisely integrated inside your business.
Yes, GPTs (LLMs) and other artificial intelligences are game changers, but you need my objective (slightly skeptical) approach to harvest substantial and reliable benefits. Of course, I can build for you great custom applications that connect to these AIs through their APIs.
Apple hardware & software
Yes, the hardware costs a bit more but you’ll have quality AND peace of mind. The design is great but my first goal is efficiency.
Mac Os and iOS are great operating systems based on the renowned Unix platform. Very stable and secure, relatively fast and easy to use.
Server admin
I have managed business servers for 20 years. I learned with Novell Netware and Ms Windows servers but I must confess I have a preference for Unix-based operating systems.
Since 2005, I manage the servers for FMhost which is a FileMaker and Web hosting company (uptime = 99.9%).
Web development
Of course, I am competent in web development through the use of traditional HTML, CSS, Javascript and PHP along with a standard SQL database backend. I’m also proficient with modern Web development technologies so, if you need an advanced application that works great on Web browsers and/or if you need to interact with Cloud-based Web Services / REST APIs / OData (through XML, JSON or other data formats), then I’m your man !
P.S.: I don't build basic informative web sites per se.
Internet Of Things (IoT)
What an exciting ‘new’ technology world ! It incorporates hardware and software. Currently my focus is on Node.js, Javascript, python and JSON. Let’s see what incredible things we can build together !
Please drop me a line and by the way, the Canadian dollar doesn't worth a lot these days…
