Short Biography of Bob Wooldridge:
Education:
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Graduated this January from UMSL with Bachelor of Science in Computer Science
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Also have Bachelor of Music degree from Webster University
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Some training in electronics
Recent History:
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Started working for EDS in August of '97. Currently doing C, C++,
and Java development in UNIX environment with the EDS Work Force Management
Systems Group.
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From 1987 to 1994, worked with the Eastman Kodak company as a Field Engineer
performing installation and maintenance of blood chemistry and laser camera
equipment.
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Went back to school full time in '94. Did summer internships with
General American Life Insurance (in '96) and Reinsurance Group of America
(in '97).
Hobbies and other interests:
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Learning as much as possible about Linux and Linux programming. I
especially like working with the Debian distribution. I have an interest
in developing educational software.
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Last year I got interested in Amateur radio (also called HAM radio).
Currently hold Technician grade license but am working on upgrading to
General license. Enjoy working VHF/UHF and I have recently taken
an interest in QRP and morse code.
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I have a small parrot named Jonah who says a few words and does tricks.
Unlike many people into computers who like cats, I'm a bird guy all the
way!
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Also enjoy classical music: Debussy, Ravel, and Stravinsky are my favorites.
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Fascinated by science and the bible issues.
Other Accomplishments
Family:
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Married to Luz who holds a PHD in Organic Chemistry, no kids yet.