Luke Schaefer
Programming Solutions, Networking Innovations
(970) 462-2793 |
luke@schaefer.email |
lukeschaefer.info |
linkedin.com/in/lukeschaefer |
github.com/webluke
About Me
I enjoy digging into programming challenges and finding clean solutions, especially when I get to mix in some networking magic. I’ve spent a lot of time working with C# to build real-time simulator interfaces, making sure everything runs smooth and connects just right. I’m always itching to learn more, tweak things to work better, and write code that makes a difference.
Experience
Software Developer & IT Technician
Grand Junction Computers — Grand Junction, CO
2007 – Present (Freelance)
- Designed custom C# desktop apps (WPF, WinForms) and ASP.NET Core websites for small businesses
- Developed PHP/MySQL web solutions and APIs with Swagger for client data management
- Provided IT consulting, deploying wired/wireless networks and IP/SIP phone systems
- Supported hardware/software troubleshooting, enhancing client operational efficiency
Software Development & Terminal Configuration
Platinum Relations — Delta, CO
2024 – 2024
- Developed internal C# tools with WPF to streamline credit card transaction processing
- Configured and tested credit card terminals, integrating Web API for secure online payments
- Provided Level 2 technical support, resolving software and hardware issues for clients
Simulation Software Engineer & IT Specialist
SimGenics — Grand Junction, CO
2021 – 2024
- Built C# interfaces (WPF, WinForms) for power plant training simulators, linking models to operator controls
- Coded ASP.NET Core MVC and Blazor web apps to manage user access and simulator data
- Installed computer hardware at industrial sites and maintained network connectivity for simulators
- Managed Office365 and IT infrastructure, ensuring uptime for a team of engineers
Network Engineer
32Waves — Grand Junction, CO
2019 – 2020
- Administered wireless ISP networks, optimizing networking configurations for business clients
- Installed and supported network infrastructure, including IP/SIP phones and internet services
- Consulted with clients to design custom IT solutions, improving network reliability
IT Specialist
SimGenics — Grand Junction, CO
2017 – 2019
- Maintained servers and data storage, supporting simulator development workflows
- Developed PHP/MySQL company website and C# custom controls for simulator HMIs
- Installed on-site hardware and ensured network stability for simulator operation
Education
Computer Science
Colorado Mesa University
2013 – 2016
AS in Information Systems Administration
ITT Technical Institute
2010 – 2012
Skills
C# (.NET Core, WPF, WinForms, XAML)
ASP.NET Core (MVC, Blazor, Razor)
JavaScript (Bootstrap, jQuarry)
PHP (MySQL)
HTML5/CSS (Tailwind, FluentUI)
VB.NET
MSSQL / MySQL (Dapper, Entity Framework)
Web API (Swagger, REST)
Networking (TCP/IP, Wireless)
Azure (Admin, DevOps)
Git / GitHub
IT Admin (Office365, Linux, Windows)