Department of Computer Science and Statistics http://www.cs.uri.edu Wed, 18 Nov 2009 04:18:35 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.7 en hourly 1 Spotlight - Chris Brown http://www.cs.uri.edu/department-spotlights/chris-brown/ http://www.cs.uri.edu/department-spotlights/chris-brown/#comments Thu, 05 Nov 2009 04:07:05 +0000 mgaviola http://www.cs.uri.edu/?p=1511 Christopher Brown, a Glocester, RI native, is a senior completing his B.S. in computer science this spring. Working in a 3D sonar company, Farsounder, which was started by URI alumni, he is on his way towards a great career in software development used by the military and various corporations. Click here for the full story.

Click here for previous students in the spotlight.]]> Chris BrownChristopher Brown, a Glocester, RI native, is a senior completing his B.S. in computer science this spring. Working in a 3D sonar company, Farsounder, which was started by URI alumni, he is on his way towards a great career in software development used by the military and various corporations.

Knowing he wanted to major in computer science from the very beginning, he has found the program at URI to be enriching. “It’s what you make of it,” he says. The department offers practical work experience to apply the theoretical approaches taught in class. “Some of the classes are difficult but each one serves its purpose, although, this may not be obvious at first.” The hardest classes in the curriculum, CSC 340 (Mathematical Foundations in Computer Science) and CSC 440 (Algorithms and Data structures) are what he considers the most beneficial because they taught him to think creatively. He also enjoys CSC 320, a social issues class, because it allows him to objectively think about what the implications of his actions in the IT industry could be. Overall, he thinks that the CS department prepared him for the workplace without him even realizing it.

Chris keeps himself busy by participating in other things aside from his CS classes. He is also a business minor and the captain of the ultimate frisbee team at URI. The team plays in tournaments weekly. “It’s definitely important to be involved when you get to college.”

On top of everything, Chris works for FarSounder, a young company started as a research project from oceanography students at URI. They work on 3D sonar software commissioned by different organizations. Chris worked on Sonasoft, the software FarSounder developed, during the 2.0 release where they added a new interface. “I love the work and the company.” He is given practical work where he can apply his skills in a safe but challenging environment among strong peers to help guide him when he runs into problems. With Chris a part of the Sonasoft project team, FarSounder benefitted from the fresh set of eyes he brought to the project. Working for FarSounder has also given him the opportunity of entering programming competitions such as ICFP.

This January, he will be hired by FarSounder as a salaried employee after his internship is over. He will be working with C++, working more on the development of Sonasoft.

]]> http://www.cs.uri.edu/department-spotlights/chris-brown/feed/ Web Development Help for URI Author Wanted http://www.cs.uri.edu/jobs-in-computer-science/web-development-help-for-uri-author-wanted/ http://www.cs.uri.edu/jobs-in-computer-science/web-development-help-for-uri-author-wanted/#comments Wed, 04 Nov 2009 12:36:22 +0000 mgaviola http://www.cs.uri.edu/?p=1508 URI alumni and published author, Mike Squatrito and his colleague, Jon Toorock, are looking for web development help for a website for Squatrito’s fantasy series, The Overlords.

Website requirements include content management system, shopping cart and calendar implementation as well as social networking integration.

Graphic design skills and experience with Adobe Flex a plus.

For more information, contact
Jon Toorock
jtoorock@hotmail.com
503-470-2975

]]> http://www.cs.uri.edu/jobs-in-computer-science/web-development-help-for-uri-author-wanted/feed/ Spotlight - Caitlyn Duggan http://www.cs.uri.edu/department-spotlights/caitlyn-duggan/ http://www.cs.uri.edu/department-spotlights/caitlyn-duggan/#comments Mon, 12 Oct 2009 01:16:32 +0000 mgaviola http://www.cs.uri.edu/?p=1458 Caitlyn Duggan is a fourth year student who started her computer science career by taking CSC101 as a math requirement. Finding the class both challenging and fun, she worked on getting her CS minor and eventually switched her major as she found her place within the department. Describing the department as more personal and intimate, she values the time and interaction she can easily get from the professors.

Click here for the full story.]]> Caitlyn DugganCaitlyn Duggan is a fourth year student who started her computer science career by taking CSC101 as a math requirement. Finding the class both challenging and fun, she worked on getting her CS minor and eventually switched her major as she found her place within the department. Describing the department as more personal and intimate, she values the time and interaction she can easily get from the professors.

She is successful academically and professionally, holding a position at The Search Agency in web development. She enjoys the cooperative atmosphere at work as well as the flexibility and opportunities they offer. Starting off in quality assurance testing client websites two summers ago, she made her way to the web development area with ease. She reported any bugs or enhancements and she was able to sit in on meetings and create new test plans when new features were to be added. Last summer, she transitioned into web development where she worked on templates using HTML and CSS. Working in QA before made her a meticulous coder. By the end of that summer, she was involved in writing code for client websites’ enhancements.  “I’m proud of my work,” she says about the projects she’s worked on.

Her favorite classes include CSC 212, 320 and COM 372. She learned a great deal about encapsulation and information hiding. The class was a good introduction to C++ and it emphasized to her the importance of planning ahead. In COM 372, she independently worked on a commerce site for users to buy books using PHP and MySQL. In that class, she enjoyed the independent work and having the chance to learn through discovery. Her Social Issues in Computing class, CSC 320, serves as a broadcast for technology news for her, and it the discussion-type format of the class allows her to analyze current issues extremely important in her field.

She also works for URI’s journalism department as a web developer. Caitlyn plans on continuing on as a programmer in an object-oriented language after graduation and eventually moving into software development.

]]> http://www.cs.uri.edu/department-spotlights/caitlyn-duggan/feed/ FM Global Co-ops Available http://www.cs.uri.edu/jobs-in-computer-science/fm-global-coops-available/ http://www.cs.uri.edu/jobs-in-computer-science/fm-global-coops-available/#comments Wed, 30 Sep 2009 02:50:26 +0000 mgaviola http://www.cs.uri.edu/?p=1446 IT CO-OPS AT FM GLOBAL

Join a global leader and enjoy the world of opportunity that awaits you.

Would you like experience developing leading edge technologies that contribute to the success of a global Fortune 1000 company? Are you ready to apply your analytical and problem solving abilities to deliver the best products possible for an industry leader? Be a part of team of professionals in a dynamic and challenging work environment that is personally and professionally rewarding?

FM Global has a number of challenging, full-time, 6 month, paid co-op opportunities to offer to students that are motivated to apply their classroom experience, professional attitude and personal ambition. You will co-op with a world class IT organization that develops the latest technologies to deliver commercial and industrial property insurance and risk management services to FM Global’s clients around the world. You will get first hand experience while earning college credits and getting paid!

FM Global’s co-op opportunities are based at our corporate headquarters in Johnston, RI, which is part of the greater Providence area. With a large college-age population, Providence offers a vibrant arts and entertainment scene that includes local theatre and music, collegiate and minor league sporting events, and great restaurants in all price ranges.

Successful candidates should be prepared to show that they are:

  • Enrolled in a Computer Science, IT or MIS degree program
  • Have strong written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills
  • Organized, detail oriented and analytical
  • Strong team players that can work independently when needed
  • Interested in learning more about one of the following IT co-ops at FM Global:

Click here for descriptions of specific positions.

]]> http://www.cs.uri.edu/jobs-in-computer-science/fm-global-coops-available/feed/ GSO Needs Computer Cluster Setup and Maintenance http://www.cs.uri.edu/jobs-in-computer-science/gso-needs-computer-cluster-setup-and-maintenance/ http://www.cs.uri.edu/jobs-in-computer-science/gso-needs-computer-cluster-setup-and-maintenance/#comments Sun, 27 Sep 2009 14:27:54 +0000 mgaviola http://www.cs.uri.edu/?p=1441 Edit: This position has been filled.

We are looking for someone willing to setup and maintain two computer clusters that are used for oceanographic and earth science modeling, with possible pay at the standard hourly wages for URI students.  If any students are interested, or would like more details, contact me by email (kdruken@gso.uri.edu) or by phone (874-6635).

Kelsey A. Druken Ph.D. Candidate
Graduate School of Oceanography
University of Rhode Island
Narragansett, RI 02882

See attached flyer.

]]> http://www.cs.uri.edu/jobs-in-computer-science/gso-needs-computer-cluster-setup-and-maintenance/feed/ Part-time Web Maintenance Wanted at ASA http://www.cs.uri.edu/jobs-in-computer-science/part-time-web-maintenance-wanted-at-asa/ http://www.cs.uri.edu/jobs-in-computer-science/part-time-web-maintenance-wanted-at-asa/#comments Thu, 17 Sep 2009 02:38:55 +0000 mgaviola http://www.cs.uri.edu/?p=1431 Applied Science Associates is located in South County Commons.  We have the following position open for interested students meeting the qualifications.

Part-Time Web Maintenance Position

15 to 20 hrs/week for web site maintenance tasks.

  • Must have experience with HTML and web design
  • Experience with ASP or ASP.Net a plus
  • Experience with SQL, HTML, XML, SOA a plus

Pay rate$12.50 to $14.00 per hour

Interested candidates should email letters/resumes to lnolan@asascience.com in order to be considered for this position.

ASA is a global science and technology solutions company. Through consulting, environmental modeling, and application development, ASA helps a diverse client base to investigate their issues of concern and obtain functional answers.  www.asascience.com

]]> http://www.cs.uri.edu/jobs-in-computer-science/part-time-web-maintenance-wanted-at-asa/feed/ Programmer Needed for Web Development http://www.cs.uri.edu/jobs-in-computer-science/programmer-needed-for-web-development/ http://www.cs.uri.edu/jobs-in-computer-science/programmer-needed-for-web-development/#comments Wed, 16 Sep 2009 07:16:25 +0000 mgaviola http://www.cs.uri.edu/?p=1425 I am looking for a qualified student in the Computer Science program that is interested in a side project and making some extra money. I am looking to create an innovative and fun website that would provide the student with extra experience in web programming.

Looking for student that is has experience using Java,C#,C++, PHP; as well as experience with databases a must and/or web development.

Pay between $10-$15/hour, depending on experience.  Only interested in serious student.  If you are interested please email your resume to agordon475@mail.uri.edu and I will be willing to meet up and explain more in detail.

Andrew Gordon
agordon475@mail.uri.edu
cell:(401)864-3984

]]> http://www.cs.uri.edu/jobs-in-computer-science/programmer-needed-for-web-development/feed/ ***IMPORTANT: CSC Lab Session Meetings http://www.cs.uri.edu/news-and-announcements/important-csc-lab-session-meetings/ http://www.cs.uri.edu/news-and-announcements/important-csc-lab-session-meetings/#comments Tue, 08 Sep 2009 22:11:35 +0000 mgaviola http://www.cs.uri.edu/?p=1422 Computer Science Lab sessions will meet in the old lab (036 Tyler) until the new lab is ready.

]]> http://www.cs.uri.edu/news-and-announcements/important-csc-lab-session-meetings/feed/ Intern Position Opening http://www.cs.uri.edu/jobs-in-computer-science/intern-position-opening/ http://www.cs.uri.edu/jobs-in-computer-science/intern-position-opening/#comments Mon, 24 Aug 2009 07:59:23 +0000 mgaviola http://test.cs.uri.edu/?p=1005 Description

Earth Tech Concepts, Inc. is a growing, software services company located in Glocester, RI. Recently acquiring WBENC certification, Earth Tech Concepts, Inc. is about to deploy one of a suite of products that will be the first of its kind in its industry. We are looking for a Junior, Senior, or Graduate level Computer Science student who is interested in contributing to the success of a real project in support of our environmental engineering industry.

Our eager candidate will be willing to write code from specs, participate in software design and documentation.

Requirements

· Experience with C# (ASP.NET experience a plus)

· Available for an in-person interview in Rhode Island

· Bright, personable, self-starter

· Ability and discipline to work remotely (telecommute)

Requirements

· Time Commitment: 15-20 hours per week

· Duration: 1+ months, may be extended

Interested? Excellent!

To Apply

To apply, please email your resume to: cathleen@earthtechconcepts.com

Please include a cover letter detailing the following:
1. what interests you about this opportunity

2. why you believe you are a good fit for this job

3. major currently studying along with your projected graduation year and degree being received on that date

4. any other details we might want to consider :o) (share your GPA if you are proud of it!)

]]> http://www.cs.uri.edu/jobs-in-computer-science/intern-position-opening/feed/ .NET Database Opportunity http://www.cs.uri.edu/jobs-in-computer-science/net-database-opportunity/ http://www.cs.uri.edu/jobs-in-computer-science/net-database-opportunity/#comments Thu, 20 Aug 2009 04:21:39 +0000 mgaviola http://www.cs.uri.edu/?p=1403 RI Stormwater Solutions is looking for one or two students or recent graduates to develop a .NET database of workshops and local ordinances. One could supervise the project while the other populates the database and runs routine website updates.

For more information, contact Lorraine Joubert at ljoubert@uri.edu or at 401 874 2138.

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