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...with 19 years experience as an IT Professional, doing everything from network administration to website and software development for organizations such as Burger King, Newport Creamery, Dunkin’ Donuts and The State of Rhode Island.

Though I provide design services, I specialize in the actual development side of things using industry standard HTML, JavaScript, Visual Basic, PHP, SQL, CSS, ASP and .Net scripting techniques along with various tricks of the trade.

Each website I create is designed to be user friendly, functional, and optimized for better search engine placement.

To find out more about me and my experience, browse the links to the right, or you can get in touch with me via email.



Some examples of development functions that I provide include:
  • Interactive online forms
  • Secure data retrieval
  • Client and server-side form field validations
  • Captcha verification
  • Password protection
  • Dynamic directories and content
  • Content management systems


I graduated Summa Cum Laude from Johnson and Wales University in Providence, Rhode Island where I earned:
  • Associate in Science in Applied Computer Science
  • Bachelor of Science in Information Science
Who am I...?
Who am I...?

I am based out of the village of Chepachet, Rhode Island, one of the deepest, darkest areas in New England where you’re more likely to see a deer than a street light.

My experience in all things I.T. spans over the past 19 years, starting when I began implementing automated printing press technology. Since then I have worked as a help desk technician, network administrator, and A+ Certification Instructor. The last 12 years however, have been devoted to building my skills as a website developer. Wise men have always said to “do what you love” therefore I’m grateful that I am doing it and loving every minute.

I live with my wife and baby girl, as well as Coda, our ever-enthusiastic German Shepherd. When not coding websites, I’ll usually be found playing bass guitar, reading, watching some type of documentary, fishing, or trying to golf (the last of which being an addictive exercise in futility).

Please feel free to contact me via email if you have any questions, comments or suggestions.

Sincerely Yours,
What do I do...?

What do I do...?

Design

When it comes to website design, it's all in the details, and like a musical composition, less is more. Just as each pitch or dynamic has meaning and purpose in a song, so should the layout, color scheme, or font-size used on a webpage. Design supports the site's purpose as much as its functionality and vice-versa.

I will provide a web presence that is effective and functional, that possesses the look, feel, personality, and purpose of each individual client.

Development

Web coding is intuitive and dynamic in that there are many roads that lead to Rome, however, the route that one takes depends on instinct and the circumstances at hand.

Instinctive understanding of scripting algorithms allows me to decipher the logic behind another programmer’s coding style and therefore maintain or troubleshoot an existing site.

On the other hand, clients have their individual needs, which dictate the direction I would take during the development of a brand new website. In these cases, my education and experience would guide me towards creating an approach that is efficeint, logical, and straight-forward

I am proficient in:
HTML CSS ASP.Net
JavaScript PHP Database Administration
SQL Visual Basic Graphic Design
mySQL IIS Project Management
What have I done...?


What have I done...?


Projects

Below are samples of website design and development projects I've worked on over the years.

5 Mile Radius Dan's Management RI Web Development SweetP Guitar
Newport Creamery

Content Development - PHP, HTML, JavaScript
Design & Navigation by RI.Gov

State of Rhode Island State of Rhode Island State of Rhode Island
Where am I...?


Where am I...?

email:
al@alcaldarone.com

snail mail:
Al Caldarone
P.O. Box 265
Chepachet, RI 02814


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