Paulo M.
Full-stack Product Engineer

Skills

Delphi

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Bio

Senior Delphi Developer with extensive experience in software solution development across various modules including finance, academics, management, library, admissions, stakeholder relations, accounts payable and receivable, purchasing, asset management, accounting, inventory control, and cash management. Proficiency in using Delphi, Firebird, and SQL Server as primary tools. Expertise in corporate systems development, notably ERP systems for school management and logistics, covering materials in/out accounting and cash flow management. Skilled in object-oriented programming and data manipulation using .NET, ASP, Visual Basic, and SQL.

Proven experience in database analysis, including the creation of databases, tables, procedures, triggers, views, import/export operations, backups/restorations, version migrations, and scripting within database tools or through custom software. Knowledgeable in computer maintenance/configuration and advanced support for Windows and Linux operating systems, including network cabling structure setup and router/modem/switch administration.

Adept in developing languages such as Delphi, Visual Basic, and Pascal, with additional skills in Office automation via VBA to enhance integration with various databases and software applications. Experience as an IT course coordinator and instructor, covering subjects from basic computer operation to advanced programming technologies.

Contributed significantly to the development of telephony systems with Delphi, MS SQL Server, and Gitlab frameworks. Coordinated the development of ERP software tailored to the supermarket and retail sectors, integrating financial and accounting functions into point-of-sale systems using diverse database technologies.

Enhanced educational management systems incorporating academic, stock control, managerial, library, budgetary, property accounting, payables, finance, admissions, relational purchasing, and cash modules using Delphi, Firebird, IBExpert, ErWin, and StarTeam platforms. Ensured hardware integration for access control and assisted municipalities with NFE issuance via WebServices, using Indy and File Remittance methods.

Developed internal software solutions to manage benefits, financials, and legal activities within a Mainframe environment leveraging IBM setups with VB, SQL Server, Excel, Cobol integration, and Visual Studio, facilitating XML file handling and Webservices connectivity. Enhanced operational efficiency in institutional settings, reflecting adaptability and innovation across diverse technological spectrums. Proficiency in English and an incomplete Bachelor's degree in Mathematics from Faculdade OSEC demonstrate a commitment to continuous learning and professional growth.

Delphi, SQL Developer.
4/1/2020 - 10/1/2023

Developed extensive expertise in ERP/CRM system development using Delphi XE10 and MS SQL Server. Proficiency was gained in utilizing stored procedures, functions, and triggers within the MS SQL Server database environment. Mastered multiple programming languages and tools, including Delphi XE10, Visual Studio, VB, and C#. Ensured effective and collaborative code maintenance and version control using Git.
Delphi, SQL Developer.
2/2/2016 - 3/1/2020

As an Analyst/Programmer, developed telephony systems leveraging Delphi 6 and XE6, demonstrating strong expertise in creating and maintaining robust applications. Enhanced database management skills using MS SQL Server, focusing on the implementation of Stored Procedures, Functions, and Triggers to optimize data handling and integrity. Utilized Visual Studio and C# to support various development tasks, ensuring high-quality code production. Maintained efficient code versioning and collaboration within team structures using Gitlab.
Development Coordinator
3/2/2015 - 1/2/2016

Developed commercial automation software for the supermarket and retail trade sector, specializing in ERP software with a focus on Accounting/Financial modules integrated with POS, Back Office, and EFT systems. Worked extensively with various databases including Firebird, SQL Server, and Oracle, utilizing their native procedures, views, and triggers to ensure seamless database integration. Created and integrated various components for database operations and designed reports for 3-tier applications, which were further integrated into the Intranet. Proficient in using Visual Studio 2005, Delphi 7, and 2009 for software development, alongside SQL Server for database management. Utilized Erwin for data modeling and SVN for collaborative version control.
Delphi, SQL Developer.
1/2/2012 - 3/2/2015

Developed the system with object-oriented programming, focusing on a comprehensive school management software. Created various reports using tools such as ReportBuilder and QuickReport. Implemented and maintained software components including objects, classes, stored procedures, functions, triggers, dictionaries, filters, converters, and translators. Specialized in modules covering Academic, Inventory Control, Management, Library, Budget, Asset Control, Accounting, Accounts Payable, Finance, Selection Process, Relationship, Purchasing, and Cash. Utilized Delphi (versions 5, 7, XE5, and XE7), Firebird, IBExpert, and ErWin for development and database management. Managed code versions with tools like StarTeam and SVN. Enabled integration with diverse hardware for access control, including turnstiles, kiosks, and time clocks. Facilitated the issuance of electronic invoices (NFEletronica) with various municipalities using WebServices with Indy and handled file remittance processes.
Visual Studio 6, .Net, VBA, SQL, DB2 Developer
10/2/2009 - 3/2/2011

Developed internal activity management software focused on benefits controls using Visual Basic. Integrated this software with various systems and applications within an IBM Mainframe environment for a large-scale pension and medical assistance institute. Enhanced modules for control of benefits, accounting, financial legal aspects, and various departmental functions. Facilitated the integration of complex accounting and financial spreadsheets, allowing for direct data access through mainframe connections. Generated detailed reports using Crystal Reports and managed the creation and parsing of XML files for various Webservices. Utilized Visual Basic, SQL Server, Excel, and Cobol with VisualAge for development. Leveraged Visual Studio 6, IBM DB2, SQL Server 2000 and 2005 for database management. Employed modeling tools like Erwin and maintained collaborative code management with version control systems including TeamCoherence, CVS, SVN, and SourceSafe.