David Hackett
About David Hackett
David Hackett is a Software Engineer with over 6 years of experience in software development, specializing in Microsoft technologies. He has a background in design and integration problem-solving and has worked at QAD since 2011, following a previous role at Ceridian from 2004 to 2008.
Work at QAD
David Hackett has been employed at QAD as a Software Engineer since 2011. Over the course of his tenure, he has developed a strong proficiency in various software development practices and technologies. His role involves leveraging his extensive experience in the software development lifecycle, particularly with Microsoft technologies, to contribute to QAD's projects in Ireland.
Previous Experience at Ceridian
Before joining QAD, David Hackett worked at Ceridian as an Analyst/Programmer from 2004 to 2008. During this four-year period, he honed his skills in software development and problem-solving, which laid the foundation for his future roles in the industry.
Education and Expertise
David Hackett earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Systems from the University of Limerick, completing his studies from 2000 to 2004. His educational background provided him with a solid foundation in computer systems, which he has built upon with over six years of commercial experience in software development, focusing on Microsoft technologies.
Technical Skills and Proficiencies
David Hackett possesses strong design and integration problem-solving skills. He is proficient in several programming languages and technologies, including Visual Basic 6, VB.NET, SQL, C#, XSL, XML, ASP, and ASP.NET. He has expertise in T-SQL, specifically in creating views, stored procedures, and triggers, and is experienced with Microsoft SQL Server versions 2000, 2005, and 2008.
Software Development Tools and Techniques
In his professional capacity, David Hackett is skilled in using various tools essential for software development. He utilizes Query Analyser, Enterprise Manager, and Profiler for database management and performance monitoring. Additionally, he has experience in creating DTS Packages for SQL 2000 and SSIS Packages for SQL 2005, which are critical for data transformation and integration tasks.