Ryan Pflugradt
Full-Stack Developer
816.390.6021 // www.RyanPflugradt.dev // Ryan.Pflugradt@Outlook.com // linkedin.com/in/ryan-p-dev
Qualifactions
- Proficient in designing and developing full-stack applications with expertise in Flutter, Next.js, and GraphQL.
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to identify strengths and weaknesses of various approaches and devise effective solutions.
- Highly organized with a proven track record of leading projects to successful completion, consistently meeting deadlines and goals.
- Led the development and implementation of a large-scale insurance claims platform, impacting approximately 10,000 users.
- Skilled in writing and delivering comprehensive training materials to facilitate smooth adoption of new software by end users.
Technical Skills
Front End: Flutter, HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, React.js, Responsive/Mobile Web Development, Bootstrap, Tailwind CSS, jQuery, jQuery UI
Middle Tier: Dart, Node.js, C#.NET, ASP.NET, GraphQL, Next.js, MVC, Entity Framework (EF), LINQ, PHP
Back End: SQL, SQL Server, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, ADO.NET, RESTful APIs, GraphQL APIs
Technical Training and Education
Centriq Training
2020Full-Stack Web Developer ProgramKansas City, MO
Core Competencies:
- MVC Framework
- Trouble Shooting & Debugging
- Source Control
- Agile/Scrum
- Website Development
- Pair Programming
- Code Review
- Professionalism, Teamwork, Problem Solving & Effective Communication
Missouri Western State University
2008Bachelor of Science in EconomicsSt. Joseph, MO
Professional Experience
AMC Theatres
2021 – CurrentApplication Developer IIILeawood, KS
- Provided technical leadership in the adoption of new technologies and best practices, enhancing development processes and team productivity in the transition from Xamarin to Flutter.
- Develop mobile apps for iOS and Android with Flutter Dart.
- Developed and maintained server-side rendered web applications using Next.js, ensuring optimal performance and seamless user experiences across different devices and browsers.
- Develop the backend GraphQL API that is consumed by mobile apps and other web-based services.
Light Up the Dark
2020 – 2021Full-Stack DeveloperBelton, MO
- Maintain understanding of current Web technologies or programming practices through continuing education, reading, or participation in professional conferences, workshops, or groups.
- Confer with management or development teams to prioritize needs, resolve conflicts, develop content criteria, or choose solutions.
- Design, build, or maintain Web sites, using authoring or scripting languages, content creation tools, management tools, and digital media.
Federated Insurance
2019 – 2020Commercial Property AdjusterOverland Park, KS
- Investigated, evaluated, and settled claims by applying technical knowledge and human relations skills to effect fair and prompt disposal of cases and to contribute to a reduced loss ratio
- Adjusted reserves or provided reserve recommendations to ensure that reserve activities were consistent with corporate policies.
- Handled complaints, settled disputes, and resolved grievances and conflicts, or otherwise negotiated with others.
Farmers Insurance
2012 – 2019Commercial Property AdjusterOlathe, KS
- Examined claim forms and other records to determine insurance coverage.
- Investigated and assessed damage to property and created or reviewed property damage estimates.
- Interviewed or corresponded with agents and claimants to correct errors or omissions and to investigate questionable claims.
- Worked with Line of Business units and IT to ensure flawless development and rollout of a new claim handling platform to be used by 10,000+ employees.
- Wrote, reviewed, and provided level one approval of Change Requests.
- Assisted with training to deliver to end-users.
- Handled property claims including but not limited to fire, lightning, theft, and other weather-related disasters.
- Piloted and tested several initiatives for claims handling such as Eagle View and Xactimate.