Scott Robertson

PHP Developer   /   Web Engineer   /   Web Consultant
Summary
I’m a web wizard with over 25 years of experience in turning complex problems into smooth, functional web solutions. Whether it’s wrangling PHP, JavaScript, or SQL, or diving into Docker and Apache, I’ve got the skills to build and optimize websites that work seamlessly. From project management to systems architecture, I’m the go-to person for crafting tailored strategies and making sure they actually get done. I’m all about continuous learning (because tech never stops!), with certifications in Programming and Unix to back it up. If you need a web solution that’s not just functional but elegant, I’m your guy.

TECHNICAL SNAPSHOT
Coding: PHP (PHP3 to PHP8), SQL, NoSQL, JavaScript (including AJAX, JSON, jQuery), HTML/XHTML, CSS, Bootstrap, Python
Databases: MySQL, SQLite, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, Supabase, Rethink DB
Frameworks: Laravel, Symfony, Codeigniter
Libraries & Classes: PHPMailer, Requests, GuzzleHTTP, SimplePie, TCPDF, class.upload.php, Text File Cache Class
Web Platforms: WordPress, MicroWeber, custom sites from scratch
Web Technologies: XML, Docker, Apache, ElasticSearch, Memcache, Redis
Hosting: CPanel, WHM, ISPconfig, Webmin, SSH/CLI, AWS, Digital Ocean
Files: FTP, SVN, Rclone, rsync, fusefs, S3, samba
Automation: Cron, IFTT, N8N, HomeAssistant, Dlvrit
Project Management: Agile, Scrum, Scrumban, Asana, Trello, Clockify, Hubstaff, Timedoctor, Cattr
DEGREES & CERTS
  • College of Southern Nevada - GPA of 3.53, Deans List.
    • AA Microcomputers Programming
    • AA Microcompututers Unix
  • Google’s Foundations of Project Management
  • Managing Virtual Teams
  • Programming Foundations: Software Testing/QA
  • IC3-GS3 (computing fundamentals, MS Office, and living online)
  • Udemy - Email List Building
  • US Air Force - Customer Service Training
  • NCCC - Leadership Development
  • BSA - Woodbadge Leadership Training
VOLUNTEERING
  • USscouts.org Board of Directors
  • Boy Scouts of America - Troop 1776
  • Eagle Scout

Professional Achievements
  • Spearheaded the autoSTRADA platform launch, transforming the digital landscape for over 300 auto dealerships, making their operations smoother and their customers happier.
  • Crafted and launched a digital currency platform for Bits Of Koin, designing sleek user and admin interfaces that powered business growth and kept users engaged.
  • Masterminded the technical merger for 1WeddingSource.com, integrating complex blog feature and making sure everything clicked into place like a well-oiled machine during a big corporate shift.
  • Built a powerhouse custom PHP intranet for a major commerce business, boosting both operational efficiency and security—basically the digital backbone they never knew they needed.

Technical Leadership and Innovation
  • Led an all-star team of developers and designers, creating game-changing web solutions that not only met but wow-ed client expectations and set new benchmarks in the industry.
  • Played matchmaker for traditional business models and cutting-edge web technologies, leading digital transformations that helped clients embrace the future without breaking a sweat.
  • As a laid-back yet hands-on leader, I mentor my team to thrive, blending collaboration with creativity, and making sure every project is delivered to perfection (because why settle for good when you can be awesome?).

Professional Experience
Consulting and Strategic Guidance
  • Helped clients build web strategies that actually worked—whether it was updating a site like findyourinvestigator.com or revamping a complex platform for autoSTRADA—we made it happen.
  • Guided clients through seamless cloud migrations, turning tech headaches into smooth sailing, with a little bit of that “magic touch” that makes everything just click.
  • Ran detailed SEO audits, fine-tuned performance, and strengthened security to help sites rank higher and engage users more effectively.
  • Worked with businesses to navigate platform upgrades, from small tweaks on diablodaycamp.org to full-scale overhauls for findyourinvestigator.com. We took them from basic to brilliant.
  • Teamed up with clients to implement custom web solutions, like creating a fresh login page for findyourinvestigator.com—tailored to fit the brand and boost functionality (and no more pesky login problems!).

Web Development
  • Led the development of custom websites and web apps, like the revamped robo-jet.com, using PHP, JavaScript, and SQL to ensure everything ran smoothly and looked great.
  • Built dynamic web applications from the ground up, making sure every feature worked seamlessly and met client needs.
  • Optimized back-end systems for high-traffic sites like licensed-investigator.com, improving speed from a sluggish 11 to a respectable 86. Talk about performance improvement!
  • Built custom Python and PHP scrapers to automate content checks for clients, improving everything from grammar to SEO performance without lifting a finger.

Project Management
  • Managed complex projects, including the autoSTRADA platform for over 300 dealerships, where we led the team through every phase from planning to launch with precision and efficiency.
  • Directed large-scale projects like Bits Of Koin, from concept to live product, integrating third-party APIs and making sure everything fit together like a perfectly tuned machine.
  • Implemented agile processes that kept everything moving at lightning speed while ensuring the quality of work never slipped. We got things done, fast and flawlessly.
  • Created a fun and collaborative team environment, encouraging problem-solving, skill growth, and getting things done together.
  • Ran code reviews and optimizations for high-traffic clients like campfirearts.com, making sure everything ran as smooth as a well-oiled machine, even during peak traffic times.

Systems Architecture and Integration
  • Designed and built the autoSTRADA platform, leading the team to build an infrastructure for 300+ dealerships, ensuring performance and scalability for the long haul.
  • Designed and built secure digital platforms like the one for Bits Of Koin, overseeing everything from system design to final user experience and API integrations.
  • Developed a custom CMS for clients, ensuring it was fast, secure, and scalable—because who has time for slow, insecure systems?
  • Optimized hosting and server environments with Docker, making sure everything worked across Linux and Windows systems—because performance matters, no matter the platform.
  • Integrated third-party APIs to enhance functionality and streamline operations for clients like fathompublishing.com and wackyscouter.org, making their systems work smarter, not harder.

Closing Statement
I’m excited to bring my 25+ years of experience in web development and project management to fresh, innovative projects. Whether it’s solving complex technical challenges or leading a team to create standout digital experiences, I’m ready to dive in and make things happen. Let’s build something impactful together!