Ross Beale

Things I've Done…

Hi there! I’m a mobile & web application developer based in Reading, UK. I love working on utility applications with a focus on quality interface design, whilst solving an everyday problem.

Education

Computer Science BSc at University of Reading

Part 1 Modules: Programming (C/C++), Electronic Circuits, Computer Science Roadmap (Discrete Mathematics), Computer & Internet Technologies, Software Engineering and Mathematics for Computer Science.

Part 2 (Current) Modules: Java, Databases & Advanced Databases, Essential Algorithms, Compilers, Operating Systems, Computer Architecture, Systems Design & Project Management and HCI & Applications.

Elected Part 2 Course Representative within the School of Systems Engineering.

October 2010 – June 2013
Reading, Berkshire, UK
Current
Reigate Sixth Form College

I achieved A-Levels in Psychology, English Language & Literature and Computing, all at Grade B. I also achieved a Grade C in AS Level Mathematics.

Sept 2007 – June 2009
Reigate, Surrey, UK

Skills

Proficiencies

  • HTML5/CSS3/JavaScript
  • Ruby, Python & PHP
  • C/C++, Java & Obj-C
  • SQL

Applications

  • Xcode & Eclipse
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Adobe Illustrator
  • Git & Subversion

Platforms

  • Sinatra
  • Django
  • MVC Frameworks
  • Wordpress

Environments

  • Mac OS X
  • LAMP Servers
  • Heroku
  • AWS

Experience

Developer of University of Reading UniApp Visit Website ▸

I designed, developed and released an iOS mobile application offering helpful links, contacts and maps for students of the University of Reading.

After an extensive marketing campaign, the application was widely acclaimed (becoming one of the most popular student developed mobile applications in the UK). It has since gone on to achieve over 5,000 downloads in the first ten months of release and has expanded to all of the major mobile operation systems (Android, BlackBerry and Windows Phone 7).

Since the launch, I have activity campaigned and consulted with the University regarding a mobile application development group, to allow for students to develop and enhance skills within the University infrastructure.

June 2011–Present
Reading, Berkshire, UK
Current
Co-Founder of MostlyMobile Visit Website ▸

After working with mobile application, I co-founded an entity which offers commercial development of products related to mobile (such as mobile web and native apps). The entity also offers consultancy and advice to companies looking to exploits and gain a foothold in the growing mobile market.

October 2011–Present
United Kingdom
Current
Freshers' Week Team at University of Reading

My role was to offer support and management during enrolment of new students arriving at the University, as well as providing frequent tours of the campus. This role led to essential experience in dealing with queries as well as improving my confidence when assisting members of the public.

October 2011
Reading, Berkshire, UK
Customer Assistant at WHSmith Travel Stores

As a customer assistant, I dynamically changed my role to suit the customers’ needs. The experience I gathered during my employment working at WHSmith was very constructive towards improving my skills of customer service and working in a busy, productive and demanding retail environment, whilst maintaining a high standard.

June 2011–Sept 2011
Gatwick Airport, Crawley, UK
Customer Assistant at TESCO

During my time at TESCO, I undertook a variety of tasks. Ultimately, I provided a useful and important service to many customers, consistently providing a kind and helpful interface, dynamically adjusting my skills to meet customer demands. I also ensured to maintain a high level of rapport with customers to represent exceptional customer service.

Sept 2009 – February 2010
Purley, Surrey, UK
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