About Me
An introduction to me
WEB DESIGNER, SYSADMIN, TRAINER
JOHN FORDYCE
webdesigner, linux sysadmin, ict trainer, freelancer
ABOUT ME
John is an IT manager with a track record of building and maintaining PC and server infrastructures for small businesses. His experience and interest in open source software has ensured many clients have benefitted from cost saving Ubuntu solutions. In addition to his hands-on technical skills and project management experience, John is a certified trainer and facilitates computer literacy training and industry certified IT and project management courses.
FULL NAME: JOHN ROBERT FORDYCE
DATE OF BIRTH: 31 MAY 1973
+27 73 453 9226
john@fordyce.co.za
Get in touchResumé
A brief history of time
EXPERIENCE
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2015 - future
dcdata.co.za @ Linux Technician & VOIP Technician
Linux and VOIP Helpdesk support for DcData. Centos and FreePBX support.
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2014 – 2015
fordyce.co.za @ FREELANCE SYSADMIN
Freelance linux sysadmin. Employers include Jenny Internet
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2009 – 2014
cs4a.co.za @ WEBDESIGNER & DEVELOPER
Designed and maintain cs4a.co.za for Computer Skills for Africa
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2005 – 2014
cs4a.co.za @ IT TRAINER
Certified ICDL Training for intermediate and Advanced users. IT training for individuals and large groups.
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2006 - 2014
cs4a.co.za @ LINUX SYSTEM ADMINISTRATOR
Maintaining company servers and networks. Apache, Samba, Windows clients and servers. Virtual Machine management.
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1997 – 2005
Independent @ IT SUPPORT
John’s services to individual and small business clients included; Building and supporting PCs and laptops, Web development, Installing and maintaining networks.
EDUCATION
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2014
getsmarter @ WEB DEVELOPMENT
Web development using WordPress short course through getsmarter
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2012
ICDL @ ICDL Project Management
ICDL Project Management
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2011
ICDL @ ICDL Webstarter Certificate
Webstarter certificate from ICDL
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2011
LPIC @ Linux Professional Institute Certification
Linux Professional Institute Certification 101, Linux Professional Institute Certification 102
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2009
ICDL @ ICDL EXPERT CERTIFICATE
Advanced Word Processing, Advanced Spreadsheets, Advanced Database, Advanced Presentation
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2005
ICDL @ ICDL Core
ICDL core modules. Intro to IT, Windows & File Management, Word Processing, Spreadsheets, Databases, Presentation, Internet & Email
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1991
Tranvaal Education Department @ Senior Certificate
English First Language (HG) D
Afrikaans tweede taal (HG) C
Mathematics (HG) B
Physical Science (HG) B
History (HG) B
Geography (HG) B
Portfolio
Some creative stuff I've done
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John Fordyce
fordyce.co.za Personal vcard s...
John Fordyce
fordyce.co.za Personal vcard site for John Fordyce. Add portfolio, resumé and contact form. Use WordPress....
Pine Haven Bed & Breakfast
pinehavenbnb.co.za Replace exi...
Pine Haven Bed & Breakfast
pinehavenbnb.co.za Replace existing website. Registration form. Prices clearly visible....
Computer Skills for Africa
cs4a.co.za Redesign of existin...
Computer Skills for Africa
cs4a.co.za Redesign of existing website. Convert from Drupal to WordPress. Consistent branding across all pages....
Services
What do you need done
Linux SysAdmin
Linux system administration. Apache web server. MySQL Database administration. Systemd.
Web Design
Wordpress or Drupal Website design. Full development of your site. HTML5 & CSS3. Make sure your website looks modern and beautiful.
IT TRAINING
Microsoft Windows training for end users. From beginners to experts. Training includes full Microsoft Office suite.
Networks
Sort out your home wifi network and get connected to the digital age. Skype with any digital device.
Google Apps
Setup Google Apps domain. Collaborate on projects and never worry about losing work due to power outages again.
IT Consulting
Need help on an IT project? From deciding on what hardware to choosing a web solution.