steve thompson

Professional Web Developer

profile

my personal info

Hello! I am Steve. A seasoned Full Stack Web Developer with comprehensive technical skills and expertise in then entire web development process. Can bring elaborate, custom designs and UIs to life using best-practices and most up-to-date coding technologies/frameworks. Use all popular collaborative tools, Git, AI and can quickly spin up a VM to host a site w/ experience on all major providers (AWS, Google, Azure, Heroku, etc.) I'm a proficient problem solver that has creative ideas, a strong passion for work and doing the best job possible!

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personal info
  • Name : Steve James Thompson
  • Email : [email protected]
  • Location: Columbia, Missouri, USA
my story

I love anything 'web' and have been doing it for 25 years! Ever since I made my first fan website on Geocities in the late 90s, I have made hundreds more. I love everything from design/UI/UX, code, to server administration and continue to learn new technologies and stay up-to-date with coding trends.

I am a graduate of the University of Missouri with a degree in Business Management with an emphasis in Computer Science. I currently work full-time as an Independent IT Consultant with my business Fishline Media (2016-present). I am always looking for new opportunities and look forward to contribute my skills in any way I can.

Steve J. Thompson
my hobbies
work hard, play hard
  • coding

    I enjoy working on side projects and learning new web frameworks.

  • family

    Spending time with family and friends.

  • music

    Love playing guitar and piano during my free time. I used to play in a local band called LuciDream.

  • cinema

    Enjoy watching movies and baseball.

  • gaming

    My guilty pleasure is playing video games ;)

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professional profile
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Highlights

  • Proficient problem solver that has creative ideas and won’t stop working until something is complete. A strong passion for work, team development and leadership.

  • Motivated, charismatic personality who works well with people and creates project deliverables in a timely manner.

  • Strong leadership, management and organizational skills, can project manage and strategically plan web operations.

  • Extensive knowledge on the 'entire' web development process (paper to production) with over 25+ years of hands-on experience.

  • Extensive knowledge in following PHP scripts: vBulletin, Xenforo, OSCommerce, Magento, WordPress.

  • Extensive knowledge in Server Administration: Windows 2016/2019/2022, Linux RedHat/CentOS/Rocky/Debian, Shell Scripts, Server/Network Security, Plesk and cPanel. Experience with Google Cloud, AWS and Azure.

education
Bachelor of Science in Business Management
  • University of Missouri
  • •
  • Columbia, Missouri

This degree is from the Truslake Business College, University of Missouri. I also have completed 30 hours in Computer Science courses fromt the College of Engineering.

high school diploma
  • Rock Bridge Senior High School
  • •
  • Columbia, Missouri

Rock Bridge is a student-centered comprehensive high school where students achieve at high levels. The unique culture at Rock Bridge features a commitment to shared decision-making, collaboration, and a focus on student learning.

experience
Owner, Web Developer
  • Fishline Media
  • •
  • Columbia, Missouri

Design, code and implement business websites/apps using modern coding frameworks and help our clients reach their potential w/ professional web support that covers all facets of their online presence.

Programmer/Analyst - Expert, Web Manager
  • University of Missouri Health System
  • •
  • Columbia, Missouri

Extensive web development and programming for MU Health Care and the School of Medicine. My duties included oversight of all web operations, including server management and implementing a consistent brand identity.

Programmer/Analyst - Expert
  • MU School of Medicine
  • •
  • Columbia, Missouri

Collaborated internally to ensure communication and consistency for the web school-wide. Introduced a new ‘identity’ with a uniform design and was able to get 18 out of 22 departments on board using strong interpersonal skills.

skills

what am i good at

I have accumulated many skills over the years that I feel helps make me the 'complete package' when it comes to web development.

html5
css/tailwind
javascript/jquery
react
wordpress
mysql
php
react native
linux/redhat
server security
server networking
windows/iis
virtual/cloud hosting
  • Google Analythics & SEO
  • WordPress Development
  • E-commerce Platforms
  • Forums & Bulletin Boards
  • Web Usability
  • User Experience
  • Content Management Systems
  • Code Validation
  • GitHub
  • Mobile Development
  • Web Accessibility
  • Database Optimization
  • Responsible
  • Leader
  • Reliable
  • Hard-working
  • Creative
  • Funny
  • Great Communicator
  • Flexible
  • Personal integrity
  • Positive work ethic
  • Team oriented
  • Kind

services

what my clients get

When I freelance and work on my business - I make sure that not only do my clients get what they 'want' but what they 'need'. I help them explore and discover the web and understand what I am doing and how. To learn more about my business and services I offer, please visit website below:

Fishline Media

work process
how i work in my projects
1
meet
2
concept
3
design
4
code
5
test
6
launch

work

highlighted projects

Below are some examples of work I have done throughout the years. Most of these projects I helped with design, development, hosting and maintenance. Most recent and highlighted projects are listed first.

Fishline Media
Design, Code
ePlan Connect
Design, Code
ShiftForce
Design, Code, HubSpot
Cedar Creek
Hosting, Coding, WordPress
Fox AE
Hosting, WordPress
OBERD
React, Tailwind CSS
Yellow Scene
Design, Code, WordPress
InMarket
Code, WordPress
Sweet Dreams (New)
Design, Code, eCommerce
FFXIV Addicts
Design, Code, Xenforo
Hire Movement
Design, Code, PHP
MU School of Medicine
School website and all 22 departments (Custom PHP Development)
MU Health Care
Hospital and service lines
MU iCATS
Research Institution/Program website
SoberBud.com
Mobile Application (PhoneGap, Custom PHP)
RateBid.com
Online bidding site for financial services (Custom PHP Development)
AGRO Division
Division of the American Chemical Society (Custom PHP Development, Wordpress)
Sweet Dreams Quilt Studio
International Quilting/Pattern company (Magento, Custom PHP)
Quilter's Lightbox
Quilting Software company (Wordpress, Custom PHP)
MO Water
WordPress, Hosting
Mixing Mike
WordPress, Hosting
Race Matters, Friends
WordPress, Hosting
CATSA
Student Advising Tool Web Application
JDeane Jobs
Regional Recruiting company based in Kansas City
10 Below
Local bar and pub below Harpo's
All Dogs & Cats
Local Pet Salon (Design)
The Final Fantasy
Video game/community website (Design, Coding)
East Africa in Focus
Poltical blog (Wordpress)
ACCESS Academies
Education group in St. Louis (Wordpress)
Harpo's
Local College Sports Bar (Wordpress)
Harpo's (KC)
College Sports Bar in Kansas City (Wordpress)
Jobboo
Recruitment Web Application (Custom PHP)
Picklemans
Cafe/Restaurant (Initial website, FLASH)
Home of Hope
Foundation for East Africa (Wordpress)
Studio B
Dance Studio in Missouri (Design)
IUPAC International Congress of Pesticide Chemistry
Worldwide conference for chemistry professionals (Wordpress)
C-Lever
Management & Coaching company out in Seattle
Maternity Jersey
Sport Apparel business in St. Louis (Design)
Mediplex Health
Nurse staffing firm in St. Louis (Wordpress)
Katalyst
Medical equipment supplier in St. Louis (Magento, Custom PHP)
The Attraction Forums
World's largest POA community (vBulletin, Custom PHP)
Dr. Marberry
Clinical provider website
F & A Cycle
Motorcycle servcie/repair shop in Missouri (Wordpress)
Wine & More
Winery in St. Louis (Wordpress)
Mirror Lake Alpacas
Alpaca ranch in Missouri (Design)
Sky Hi Bar & Grill
Local bar and grill (Wordpress)
Sustaining Spaces
Energy management company (Wordpress)
EmergenceC
Management and Leadership company (Wordpress)
Amero Associates
Management & Recruiting in Seattle (Design)
Art Hog Gallery
Art Gallery in St. Louis (Design)
Autumn Ridge
Neighborhood association in Kansas City (Design)
AZFASST
Skin care product page (Design)
Commerical Pumping
Plumbing services in St. Louis
Butterfly Energy Works
Energy Management business in St. Louis (Design, Wordpress)
Ripley County Farms
Local farm and seed
Brennan Innovators
Learning center in St. Louis (Design)
Bye Bye Monster
Children's book store (Design)
Central Properties
Property Management company in St. Louis (Design)
Career Group International
Human Resources company in St. Louis (Design)
Chris Hatfield
Musician/Artist website (Design)
Cosmetology Concepts
Local salon/spa business (Design)
Deane Electric
Electric company in Kansas City (Design)
Guest Pulse
Social Media tracking website (Design)
Ingredients Link
Supplier/Tracking system (Custom PHP)
Inspire Marketing
Marketing firm in Minnesota
Wedding
Wedding website/template (Design)
Library Solutions
Library supplies business in St. Louis (OSCommerce, PHP)
Lindsey Rentals
Local equipment rental business (Design)
MasterMind Network
Leadership firm in St. Louis (Design)
Odiorne Recruiting
Recruiting firm in Oregon (Design)
Olympx
Retailer supplies firm in St. Louis (OSCommerce, PHP)
Osage Alpacas
Alpaca farm in Missouri (Design)
Peachtree Catering
Local catering business (Design)
Precision Restorations
Auto restoration business in St. Louis (Wordpress)
Quilts of Maryland
Quilting company in Maryland (Design)
SCI Supplies
Office Supplier in St. Louis (Design)
St. Louis NTMA
St. Louis NTMA Chapter (Design)
LuciDream
My old band's website (Design)
Upfront Music Group
Record Label/Studio (Design)
Wildwood Dermatology
Dermatology clinic in St. Louis (Design)
Child Development Lab
University daycare and reserach (Design)
FOCUSED
Portfolio site for designer (Design)
Jim Summers
Realtor website (Design)
School of Law
MU School of Law website (Design)
featured work
My personal favorites

Steve is not only an excellent web designer and computer expert, he provides an exceptional level of customer service. I can always count on Steve to treat my projects with a sense of urgency. He’s unique perspective on web design and high level of creativity have directly impacted my site traffic. He is a true pleasure to work with and has been a valuable asset to my organization’s growth.

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Julie Deane, President
JDeane Restaurant Services, LLC

Steve is a very capable and knowledgeable worker. He is always willing to go that extra mile or put in that extra hour of work to make the project look just right or add that final detail that was asked for at the last minute. Also, Steve always has a very upbeat attitude towards every task. A real joy to have around the office.

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Michael Lipinski, Senior Software Engineer
Ancestry.com

Fishline Media undertook a huge re-design of our OS Commerce website. Steve brought the website to a fully integrated OS Commerce website with the ability to integrate with our banking system as well as a multi-state taxing system. We website is 100% customized to fit my company's unique requirements. We have over 25,000 products, completely keyworded with multiple filtering options. We have a couple of monthly subscription clubs that run completely automatically through the website. Steve is very responsive to our needs and when the site goes downs he is always monitoring it. It is able to get it back on-line and time day or night. We highly recommend Fishline Media for website development, management, and hosting.

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Kim Diamond, Owner
Sweet Dreams Quilt Studio

I can always count on Steve to get the job done and done right. He's a great web developer and he's had a wide range of experience. We've collaborated on countless projects, and his uncanny knack for understanding others' thought processes ensures he always delivers an outstanding product.

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Matt Finazzo, Cyber Systems Engineer
Northrop Grumman Corporation

I have had Steve for a few years now. I was also using a source for my server ,Hosting Etc. When Covid hit that Company that was remote went to a chat program only. After many of these chats they still did not take care of my problem. I called Steve and he took over all of my Business email, Hosting, Server Etc. What a breath of fresh air! I Highly recommend him to work, Help and Fix all your IT needs!!!!! Price is great as well.

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Mike Serpico, Owner
Serpico Talent Solutions

Having worked so closely with Steve for the last several months we really feel he is part of our team. He is an amazing site designer/ developer and have never failed to deliver. We arent the easiest team to work with...(Ok, now move it 1 cm. to the right kinda people) but Steve has never not brought his A game to the plate.

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Gary Tripp, CEO
Inside Hospitality, LLC - GuestPulse

Steve did what I needed, when I needed it, and how I needed it! His professionalism and attitude made the project a breeze. The ehnacements he made to our website were critical to our business's marketing needs.

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Matt Thompson, Owner
Shift Note

Day, Night, or even at 3am... Steve's amazing dedication and quality knows no time limits! His personable yet highly detailed work style is the key to his success! We are each other's "ying" and "yang" of servicing our clients with top-quality interactive creative and marketing services! His ability to understand and interpret the online needs with little direction and short turnaround has been a life saver. Consider your business lucky to have him on the team... I know I do!

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Melissa Fulkerson, President
Inspire Marketing

We here at Upfront Music Group which is an independent artist development and record label have used and relied on personalized websites to handle all of our online web design and hosting needs, and have been very pleased with the service in which they have provided for us, most notable the timely updates and quick response to our concerns. we highly recommend personalized websites for your online web services.

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Edward C Cohens, President
Upfront Music Group

Steve works hard into the night. He burns the midnight oil to get a lot of things done with his personal web endeavors. Hard worker with a lot of creative ideas.

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Scott M. Thompson, Assistant Professor
University of Missouri

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