Jon Mc Combs
About Jon Mc Combs
Jon Mc Combs is a Lead Systems Software Engineer with extensive experience in IBM's z/TPF and various distributed platforms. He has worked at Travelport since 1995 and has a strong background in Service-Oriented Architecture within the travel industry.
Work at Travelport
Jon Mc Combs has been employed at Travelport since 1995, serving as a Lead Systems Software Engineer. In this role, he focuses on developing and maintaining software systems that support the travel industry. His work involves utilizing various technologies to enhance system performance and connectivity among travel-related services.
Background in Software Engineering
Jon Mc Combs has a robust background in software engineering, particularly with IBM's mainframe Transaction Processing Facility (z/TPF). His experience extends to various distributed platforms, including Linux, AIX, Sun Solaris, and HP Unix. This diverse technical foundation supports his current role in the travel technology sector.
Education and Expertise
Jon Mc Combs studied at Eastern Kentucky University, where he earned a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) degree with a focus on Electronic Data Processing and Administrative Management from 1980 to 1982. His educational background complements his extensive expertise in software systems, particularly in the travel industry.
Previous Experience at Delta Air Lines
Before joining Travelport, Jon Mc Combs worked at Delta Air Lines as a Senior Programmer from 1982 to 1994. During his 12 years at Delta, he developed skills in programming and system integration, which laid the groundwork for his future roles in the travel technology field.
Specialization in Travel Industry Technologies
Jon Mc Combs possesses specialized knowledge in using Websphere MQ and Message Broker to facilitate communication between various companies in the travel industry. He has extensive experience with Service-Oriented Architecture (SOA) products, particularly in integrating major systems such as Galileo, Apollo, and Worldspan.