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Minhaj Arefin

Web Developer & IT Help Desk Specialist
Hello! I’m Minhaj Arefin. Hard-working Web Designer & Web Developer with over 8 years of experience in front & back end development. In-depth knowledge of advanced HTML 5, CSS, JavaScript, PHP, MySQL. Working in the IT industry for over 15 years, extensive experience in repairing, testing, installing and maintaining a wide range of hardware, software and peripherals.

 Work Experience

IT Specialist / Operations Manager

2019
Printer Ready Corporation, Mississauga, ON
  • Increased productivity by 30% while reducing processing time by defining new procedures maximizing the work output.
  • Implemented quality and efficiency by creating and effective workflow.
  • Developed a new training program for several employees on repairing techniques.
  • Created inventory database and managed products in CRM system.
  • Assess functionality of assorted laptops, computers and its components, conduct repairs as required.
  • Perform high standard refurbishing for all laptops, computers, disassemble, clean and reassemble for best performance.
  • Test functionality of all components and properly sort, organize, store them.
  • Maintain regular documentation of all refurbishing and repair activities.
  • Regularly update inventory database, reflecting changes made to systems.
  • Assist with other departmental tasks as required.
  • Maintain product listings on Amazon, eBay, and Magento.
  • Refurbish printers, scanners and copiers.
  • Provide technical support to users, deal with complaints and issues.
  • Active directory, Outlook/Exchange, VOIP and terminal services.

Website Developer / Consultant

2012 - Present
ElectronicPublications.org Ltd, Online
  • Re-designed and implement websites interface and CMS admin tools.
  • Responsive design with Bootstrap, new Logo Design, enhanced User Interface for better user experience.
  • Successfully removed depreciated coding updating from PHP 3 to PHP 5 and then to PHP 7.
  • Implemented IP address based access system for institutes.
  • Website design and maintenance.
  • Upload new issues and volumes to online journals.

IT Desktop Support Specialist

2015 - 2018
CDI Computer Dealers Inc., Markham, ON
  • Implemented techniques for Screen Replacement of iPads, iPhones, Surface and other tablets.
  • Increased productivity by 40% by applying new method to enroll chromebook and chromebox.
  • Introduced cheaper method to repair Surface Pro in-house instead of costly repairs from outside.
  • Provide advice and training to users in response to identified difficulties.
  • Troubleshoot and repair, software, hardware, driver-conflict, install, configure/maintain, and upgrade hardware/software and registry-level related problems of desktop computers, laptops, notebooks, tablets, ultrabooks, chromebooks and various components.
  • Setup, deploy and maintain network workstations, peripherals and provide support to end-user computing devices, PCs, Laptops, Tablets and Printers etc.
  • Working as an integral member of the leadership team, complete work orders test and audit computers, servers and laptops.
  • Simultaneously work on several units at a time.
  • Extensive work on Chromebooks (Lenovo, HP, Dell, Acer, edugear).
  • Prepared RMA for repaired devices communicating with vendors.

Website Developer

May 2018
Maple Tree Medical Centre, Contract
  • Website design on Squarespace, then custom designed and developed from scratch.
  • Responsive Website design, Logo Design, User Interface and Maintenance.

Website Developer

October 2016
Siavo Limited, Contract
  • Website design and development on Zoho.
  • A small scale online presence of their interior design and investment business.
  • Logo Design and Letterhead

Computer Technician / Website Admin and Account Manager

2011 - 2012
Computer Care, Karachi, PK
  • Website design and maintenance.
  • Data file recovery and lost partitions from corrupt hard drives, USB drives, and memory cards.
  • Remove virus, adware, malware, and spyware.
  • Design, implement, and manage wired and wireless networks.
  • Training of new employees.
  • Evaluate technical issues and perform on-site repairs.
  • Fix Dialup, ADSL, and LAN internet access related problems.
  • Maintain cash account and inventory.

Computer Technician / Website Admin and Account Manager

2004 - 2011
Home Computer, Karachi, PK
  • Website design and maintenance.
  • Data file recovery and lost partitions from corrupt hard drives, USB drives, and memory cards.
  • Remove virus, adware, malware, and spyware.
  • Design, implement, and manage wired and wireless networks.
  • Training of new employees.
  • Evaluate technical issues and perform on-site repairs.
  • Fix Dialup, ADSL, and LAN internet access related problems.
  • Maintain cash account and inventory.

 Highlights & Accomplishments

Technician Trainer

Trained over two dozen new hires of various age group to become technicians.

CCTV & DVR Installation

Completed CCTV with DVR installations for five mid-size business and homes.

Website Development

Developed websites for clients with various business needs.

Local Area Networking

Installed complex local area network with complete hub/switch & router setup, workstations, server, shared printer, and shared internet access for three offices.

Data Recovery Expert

Successfully recovered data files and lost partitions from corrupt hard drives, USB drives, and memory cards for dozens of clients.

Gaming Centre Setup


Setup full local area network gaming centre with client computers and a server for four gaming centre.

Emergency On-site Troubleshooting

Emergency on call, on-site troubleshooting and repairs for retail business.

Computer Lab Setup


Voluntarily assisted in setting up computer labs for three local schools.

Website Maintenance


Published and maintained five websites on regular basis.

 My Education

Bachelor of Commerce,
 University of Karachi2001
Diploma in Computer Maintenance,
 Technomen Institute of Computer1999
Intermediate in Commerce,
 Government Degree College1998
TSC in Radio & Electronics,
 Hayat-Ul-Islam Public School1996

 My Certificate Courses

 My Skills

Adobe

  • Acrobat (10+ years)
  • Reader (10+ years)
  • InDesign (1 year)
  • Photoshop (10+ years)
  • Illustrator (5 years)

Browsers

  • Microsoft Internet Explorer (10+ years)
  • Microsoft Edge (1 years)
  • Mozilla Firefox (2 years)
  • Google Chrome (8 years)
  • Safari (2 years)

Troubleshooting

  • Software
  • Hardware
  • Driver-conflict
  • Internet
  • Registry

Microsoft Windows

  • DOS (10+ years)
  • Windows 3.1 (1 year)
  • Windows 95 (1 year)
  • Windows 98 (3 years)
  • Windows ME (1 year)
  • Windows NT (1 year)
  • Windows 2000 (1 year)
  • Windows XP (5 years)
  • Windows Vista (1 year)
  • Windows 7 (5 years)
  • Windows 8 (1 year)
  • Windows 10 (3 years)

Languages & Tools

  • HTML (10+ years)
  • HTML5 (4 years)
  • CSS3 (5 years)
  • JavaScript (4 years)
  • PHP (5 years)
  • PHPMyAdmin (5 years)
  • MySQL (5 years)
  • GitHub (1 years)
  • BootStrap (1 years)
  • XAMPP (4 years)
  • FileZilla (5 years)
  • Notepad++ (8 years)

Networking

  • LAN
  • WAN
  • WIFI
  • Routing
  • Switching
  • Firewalls
  • Printer & Folder sharing
  • File Transfer
  • Access Point
  • IP Cameras
  • Range Extender

Microsoft Office

  • Word (10+ years)
  • Excel (8 years)
  • Outlook (10+ years)
  • FrontPage (2 years)
  • SharePoint Designer (1 year)

Google

  • Docs (4 years)
  • Sheets (4 years)

Personal

  • Great Communication
  • Negotiation Skills
  • Highly Adaptable Attitude
  • Proven Fast Learner
  • Reliable
  • Energetic
  • Dedicated & Hardworking
  • Punctual
  • Detail-Oriented
  • Punctual
  • Dependable
  • Willingness to Learn
  • Excellent Organizational Skills
  • Self-Starter
  • Team-Player
  • Creative
  • Tech-savvy
  • Positive Outlook to Change
  • Problem Solving

Knowledge

  • Google Analytics
  • Google AdSense
  • Google My Business
  • Google Webmaster Tools
  • Grid & Layout
  • UX & UI Design
  • Photo Manipulation
  • Logo Design
  • Zoho
  • Squarespace
  • Wordpress
  • Joomla
  • Chrome OS
  • Ubuntu
  • Android
  • Hosting & Maintenance

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