John Mixon
About John Mixon
John Mixon is a skilled Website and Software/Database Developer and Programmer Analyst with extensive experience in programming and education. He has worked at Command-Alkon since 2009 and has a diverse academic background, including degrees in Chemistry and an MBA, along with certifications in teaching and accounting.
Work at Command Alkon
John Mixon has been employed at Command Alkon since 2009, serving as a Website & Software/Database Developer/Programmer Analyst. His role involves developing and maintaining software solutions that enhance the company's operational capabilities. With over 15 years of experience at Command Alkon, he has contributed to various projects that leverage his programming expertise and knowledge of database management.
Education and Expertise
John Mixon holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Chemistry from The University of Alabama, where he studied from 1972 to 1974. He also earned a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Southern Illinois University Edwardsville, graduating with honors and being inducted into Beta Gamma Sigma. Additionally, he has a teaching certification in Physics and Chemistry for high school levels in Alabama, reflecting his educational background and ability to instruct in these subjects.
Programming Skills and Technologies
John Mixon is self-taught in various programming languages and technologies, including Visual Basic, C#, ASP.NET, SQL Server, UML, Design Patterns, and T-SQL. He has developed a commercial coin website as a Single Page Application, utilizing jQuery, Json, TypeScript, Bootstrap, Durandal, Knockout, and Breeze. His work on this project includes over 33,000 lines of JavaScript and C# code, showcasing his programming capabilities.
Coin Website Project
The coin website project that John Mixon is currently working on is approximately 50 percent complete. This project involves managing over 175,000 coin valuations stored in a SQL Server database, which are accessed via C# code and Entity Framework. The project has received 72 views, indicating initial interest and engagement with the platform.
Professional Certifications
John Mixon has passed all four parts of the CPA exam on his first attempt, a notable achievement as it is accomplished by less than 10% of all CPAs. This certification underscores his proficiency in accounting and finance, complementing his educational background and programming skills.