Hi I'm , welcome to my online portfolio.

Update coming in 2012, in final year of Computer Science at Southampton University and will soon be working in Internet Security. The following information is very out of date.

On this site I shall let you know a bit about me, plus list some past and present projects I have undertaken. If you like what you see feel free to contact me using the form and the links to my social networking sites over there on the right hand side.

About me

I'm James, an English student & web developer with web skills in PHP, MySQL, MSSQL, plus design and layout skills in XHTML, CSS and Adobe Photoshop. I'm currently in my second year of studying BSc Computer Science at the University of Southampton. I've been interested in computing and technology since a very young age so my decision to study Computer Science was actually pretty inevitable. To be able to study Computer Science at a top university makes it an even better choice!

As well as studying at University I'm fortunate enough to be working part time as a Junior Software Developer for a company that provides leading edge psychometrics and e-learning to affiliates and consultants round the globe. My role is to work in a fast paced PHP environment to create online profiling products.

My portfolio

I have worked on a number of web projects for various contacts including some local businesses, a sports club, a cricket book seller and also for a Turkish restaurant owner/property developer in Turkey. I've also undertaken a few personal projects of my own, one of which was popular with friends for a few years, but my bright idea is yet to come. Click here to see my portfolio of projects.

Qualifications

I have achieved lots during my time as a student up to this point and I have achieved highly in all examinations. Click here to see more information on my qualifications.

The fun side

As well as the work side there's also a lot of fun things in my life.

I have played Clarinet for many years and have just joined the Southampton University Concert Band, looking forward to playing in concerts with them soon. I'm also a fan of Pool and Snooker and play socially.

I recently climbed up mount Snowdon in Gwynedd, Wales just before leaving for university, it was tough but we made it all the way up and down again (by foot, not the train of course!) that was a great achievement. I've also travelled abroad quite a lot, one highlight was a Russia trip with my Sixth form to Moscow and Saint Petersburg to celebrate the new year. Another trip that stands out in my mind is to Orlando in America (both with a friend and with my family), the theme parks plus awesome food and weather are unbeatable. I've also been on more relaxing trips to Cyprus, Turkey, Spain, Portugal. Work hard, play hard...

My ECS Tutor group

My personal tutor
Dr. Ivan Markovsky

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