John Merryweather Cooper

I played a pivotal role in enhancing DevSecOps practices at RMCI, leading to significant operational improvements.

• Migrated Octopus Deploy to Hyper-V, resulting in a more robust deployment environment.
• Developed Chocolatey packages and maintained Octopus Deploy workers, ensuring seamless production deployments.
• Provided hands-on technical support for Azure and Kubernetes, strengthening infrastructure reliability.

I successfully transformed DevOps practices within the U.S. Office of Personnel Management, leading to enhanced operational efficiency.

• Implemented automated deployment processes, resulting in streamlined GitHub Enterprise workflows and reduced manual errors.
• Developed custom Docker images for Flyway database deployments, significantly improving security protocols.
• Proactively addressed and resolved security vulnerabilities in the MongoDB driver, safeguarding sensitive data.

• Spearheaded the repair of CAC Login for a Department of Defense client, enhancing security and user access.
• Remediated a critical database design flaw across multiple time zones, improving data integrity and performance.
• Transitioned legacy COM and stored procedures to micro-services, increasing system scalability and maintainability.
• Enhanced MSI installers for smoother deployment, leading to a reduction in installation issues.

I played a pivotal role in transforming the deployment and build processes at Jack Henry & Associates, achieving notable improvements in productivity.

• Improved MSI deployment granularity and implemented a robust branching strategy to enhance workflow efficiency.
• Established a local NuGet package feed and created custom packages, supporting internal build requirements.
• Developed a multi-branch source control structure, ensuring seamless integration and collaboration across teams.

I successfully transformed build management processes, significantly boosting developer efficiency and productivity.

• Created a custom workflow activity in C# for TFS 2010, improving build number formatting.
• Recommended branching strategies to prevent code freezes, enhancing team collaboration.
• Diagnosed build agent configurations, enabling multi-configuration builds and continuous integration features.

I excelled in a challenging build engineering role, driving the successful release of Opalis 6.3 while enhancing collaboration across teams.

• Managed release processes for products on Windows and UNIX platforms, ensuring high-quality outcomes.
• Supported integration and testing efforts, leading to improved product performance and reliability.
• Developed strong relationships with development and QA teams, fostering a collaborative work environment.

I played a key role in optimizing the Looking Glass build system, resulting in improved deployment efficiency.

• Created automation tools and workflows using MsBuild, enhancing build reliability and speed.
• Conducted nightly build checks to identify and resolve bugs, ensuring high-quality outputs.
• Set up email task configurations for major projects, improving communication and project tracking.

I played a key role in modernizing the installation framework at Microsoft, leading to improved software deployment efficiency.

• Updated a WiX-based Installer, enhancing user experience and installation reliability.
• Converted legacy scripts from WiX v1 and v2 to version 3, ensuring seamless integration with current systems.
• Collaborated with diverse teams to troubleshoot and resolve installation issues, fostering a culture of innovation.

I played a pivotal role in optimizing build processes at Microsoft, achieving significant operational improvements.

• Migrated builds to BuildTracker, resulting in a more streamlined workflow and reduced errors.
• Established a bidirectional mirror between TFVC and Source Depot, enhancing collaboration across global teams.
• Developed and adapted scripts that improved the efficiency of the Phone Mobile Experiences tree.

I effectively taught Algebra I to high school students, emphasizing critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

• Designed and implemented innovative lesson plans that improved student engagement and understanding of complex concepts.
• Monitored student progress through assessments, leading to a measurable increase in overall class performance.
• Fostered a positive classroom environment that encouraged collaboration and peer support among students.

I successfully taught Intermediate and Advanced College Algebra, enhancing student comprehension and performance.

• Designed and implemented innovative teaching strategies that improved student engagement and learning outcomes.
• Collaborated with faculty to align course objectives with institutional goals, ensuring academic rigor.
• Mentored students outside of class, providing additional support that contributed to a 20% increase in pass rates.

• Delivered engaging lessons in Pre-Algebra and Algebra I to 7th and 8th graders, fostering a love for mathematics.
• Collaborated with fellow educators to develop curriculum and instructional strategies that enhanced student learning outcomes.
• Achieved a 100% pass rate for Algebra I students on state high-stakes tests, demonstrating effective teaching methods.
• Served as Assistant Soccer Coach, promoting teamwork and sportsmanship among student-athletes.

• Delivered engaging General Math instruction to 6th and 7th graders, achieving a 100% pass rate on state high-stakes tests.
• Provided targeted Title I services to struggling 5th and 6th graders in math and 1st and 2nd graders in reading.
• Collaborated as a member of the Technology Committee, contributing to a successful proposal for a district-wide hardware and software upgrade.

I actively contributed to the FreeBSD community by maintaining Ada ports and optimizing system performance.

• Developed and implemented patches to improve compatibility with the FreeBSD Ports Tree.
• Executed regular "world" builds to validate new features and maintain system integrity.
• Enhanced the Mono garbage collector, leading to improved resource management and application performance.

• Represented clients in divorce cases, providing legal counsel and support throughout the process.
• Consulted on jury selection for a complex assault trial, contributing to strategic decisions that led to acquittals.
• Developed strong negotiation and litigation skills while working in a general practice law firm.

• Represented clients in various legal matters, focusing on general practice law in Spokane, Washington.
• Successfully argued a Summary Judgment motion in the Eastern District of Washington, leading to an appeal in the 9th Circuit Court.
• Achieved a favorable settlement in an ADA/Retaliation case with the U.S. Postal Service, demonstrating strong negotiation skills.
• Handled multiple divorce cases, providing compassionate and effective legal support to clients during challenging times.

• Represented clients in various legal matters, including civil rights and criminal defense.
• Successfully filed a racial discrimination suit against the Spokane Club, advocating for justice and equality.
• Achieved a favorable outcome in a felony jury trial, defending a client against Theft 2nd Degree charges.
• Reversed a trial court's adverse decision on appeal in a significant water law case, demonstrating strong appellate skills.

I effectively navigated the complexities of family law and appellate practice, delivering impactful legal representation.

• Drafted 20-30 page legal briefs for pro bono defendants, enhancing access to justice.
• Advocated for high-risk divorce clients, providing tailored legal strategies to meet their needs.
• Engaged in motion practice in Superior Court, refining my litigation and negotiation skills.

• Assisted in the general practice of law under supervision, focusing on litigation and legal advocacy.
• Played a key role in planning litigation against a superior court judge regarding debtors' prison operations.
• Successfully appealed Social Security Disability Benefits for a former nurse, enhancing her quality of life.
• Represented inmates in significant cases before the 9th Circuit Court of Appeals and the U.S. Supreme Court. Filed first Petition for Writ of Certiorari by any intern or attorney at University Legal Assistance.

I successfully combined technical skills and legal knowledge to enhance educational resources at Gonzaga University School of Law.

• Created a user-friendly visual web Torts Tutorial, significantly improving student learning experiences.
• Proofread and citation-checked a multi-volume water law treatise, ensuring publication accuracy and quality.
• Developed strong collaboration and research skills while working closely with faculty members.

• Commanded B Company, 2nd Battalion, 104th Infantry, overseeing training and operational readiness of drill instructors.
• Led a successful deployment to Ft. Sill, enhancing unit cohesion and tactical proficiency.
• Implemented advanced training programs at Ft. Jackson, resulting in improved drill instructor performance and soldier readiness.

I successfully contributed to intelligence operations by developing key databases and analyses.

• Created a Paradox/2 database that streamlined access to critical sea control data for analysts.
• Conducted in-depth research and analysis on the South China Sea, influencing strategic decisions.

• Operated a 1929 John Deere 520 tractor to manage irrigation systems effectively in extreme weather conditions.
• Set siphon tubes and directed irrigation water to optimize crop growth and resource management.
• Identified and eliminated alfalfa parasitic plants using a propane torch, enhancing crop health and yield.
• Developed skills in agricultural machinery operation, irrigation techniques, and pest management.

I effectively managed multiple responsibilities that strengthened operational efficiency and security within the battalion.

• Served as Battalion Targeting Officer, optimizing artillery support and mission planning.
• Acted as Battalion Historian, preserving unit legacy and enhancing morale through documentation.
• Pioneered the ADPSSO role, establishing protocols that improved data security and accessibility.

• Painted various structures to improve their longevity and visual appeal, supporting conservation efforts.
• Collected roadside litter, fostering a cleaner environment and promoting ecological responsibility.
• Erected a four-strand barb-wire fence, effectively protecting wildlife and maintaining habitat integrity across the refuge.