From 3691de48b8ad26bf0e71d6033cb67ae69491c0d0 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001
From: Dylan Bolger <dylan.bolger00@gmail.com>
Date: Wed, 3 Jun 2026 19:14:09 -0500
Subject: Professional summary, reduce previous roles, separate technical
 skills

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 resume.tex | 37 +++++++++++++++++++------------------
 1 file changed, 19 insertions(+), 18 deletions(-)

(limited to 'resume.tex')

diff --git a/resume.tex b/resume.tex
index e13506d..9e138dd 100644
--- a/resume.tex
+++ b/resume.tex
@@ -88,9 +88,12 @@
 
 %----------HEADING-----------------
 \begin{tabular*}{\textwidth}{l@{\extracolsep{\fill}}r}
-    \textbf{{\Large Dylan Bolger}} \\
+    \textbf{{\Large Dylan Bolger | Software Engineer}} \\
+    \textbf{{\small https://dbolger.dev}} \\
 \end{tabular*}
 %-----------EXPERIENCE-----------------
+\section{Professional Summary}
+Highly-motivated Sofware Engineer with 5 years of expertise in full-stack development, specializing in Java, Spring, and PostgreSQL. Proven ability to lead projects, optimize build processes, and delivery high quality, highly reliable software solutions in fast-paced corporate environments.
 \section{Experience}
   \resumeDetailTitle
     {O'Reilly Auto Parts}{Remote | Springfield, MO}
@@ -106,12 +109,12 @@
       {}{}
       \resumeItemListStart
         \resumeItem{Gradle}
-          {Organized efforts in updating outdated Gradle buildscripts to the latest syntax. Guided dependency management practices team-wide. Designed and implemented software to facilitate accelerated upgrades.}
+          {Led the migration of outdated Gradle buildscripts to the latest syntax, standardizing build logic and practices and reducing buildscipt size by more than 80\% across over 40 code repositories}
         \resumeItem{Java}
-          {Involved in developing a frontend JavaFX application to work on point-of-sale system for retail locations. Refactored existing backends utilizing REST endpoints and working with various Spring Framework applications. Led refactoring project to fix concurrency issues in existing software for higher reliability.}
+          {Spearheaded the refactoring of core business logic to resolve critical concurrency issues, enhancing system reliability and improving user experience through performance enhancements. Engineered robust, thorough solutions to complex problems for stakeholders.}
         \resumeItem{Software Lifecycle, Code Review}
-          {Applied software development knowledge to iterate software through monthly release sprints. Provided bug fixes in urgent scenarios. Gave insight to peers to maintain code quality. Performed root cause analysis and production data fixes.}
-        \resumeItem{PostgreSQL, IBM AS/400, MySQL, SQL}
+          {Instituted best practices through rigorous code reviews and Root Cause Analysis, to uphold a high code quality standard and accelerating the software iteration cycle. Facilitated five to 10 code fixes and one to two data fixes per year. }
+        \resumeItem{PostgreSQL, MySQL, SQL}
           {Developed software utilizing various different databases. Designed queries for performance and maintainability.}
         \resumeItem{Atlassian Suite}
           {Utilized Jira, Confluence, and BitBucket products to develop and release software. Documented existing applications and designed technical documents for proposing changes to existing software.}
@@ -125,12 +128,8 @@
       {}{}
       {}{}
       \resumeItemListStart
-        \resumeItem{Environment}
-          {Built a positive learning environment for students to grow and interact with.}
-        \resumeItem{Interaction}
-          {Involve students in class and create an concept understanding in scale.}
-        \resumeItem{Feedback}
-          {Received feedback from students and staff on how to improve classroom productivity and retention.}
+        \resumeItem{Classroom Management, Communication and Feedback}
+          {Developed a pragmatic, productive classroom environment for 15-20 students, fostering a positive learning experience.}
       \resumeItemListEnd
   \resumeDetailTitle
       {Architectural Systems, Inc.}{Aurora, MO}
@@ -140,12 +139,8 @@
       {}{}
       {}{}
       \resumeItemListStart
-        \resumeItem{Part Collection}
-          {Gathered and accumulated individual parts to use build window frames with team members.}
-        \resumeItem{Window Production}
-          {Worked with team members to lay glass accurately in window frames, checked for any imperfections, and gasketed the glass to ensure a seal.}
-        \resumeItem{Saw Operation}
-          {Operated a miter saw to cut metal pieces to a desired length. Labeled, packaged, and help move product in and out of shop. Documented logs of production and any errors encountered.}
+        \resumeItem{Process Execution, Quality Control, Attention to Detail}
+          {Executed precise assembly and quality control processes on window frames, ensuring perfect seals and adherence to strict industrial specifications.}
       \resumeItemListEnd
 
 %-----------EDUCATION-----------------
@@ -165,7 +160,13 @@
     \textbf{Languages}{: Java, Groovy, C, Python, Javascript, Objective-C, Swift, SQL, Bash}
    }
    \item{
-    \textbf{Technologies}{: Gradle, Spring Framework, Spring Boot, Jenkins, JFrog Artifactory, Atlassian Suite, Linux, Node.js, FastAPI, Docker}
+       \textbf{Frameworks}{: Spring Framework, Spring Boot, JAX-RS/CXF, Flask, FastAPI }
+   }
+   \item{
+       \textbf{DevOps/Tools}{: Git, Gradle, Linux, Docker, Vim, Jenkins, Artifactory }
+   }
+   \item{
+    \textbf{Databases}{: PostgreSQL, MySQL, SQLite, SQL }
    }
  \resumeSubHeadingListEnd
 
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