Cloud Resume Project

Project Overview

This project implements a cloud-hosted resume website using Azure services. The design focuses on simplicity, maintainability, and professional presentation.

Architecture

Components

1. Frontend

   • Static HTML/CSS/JavaScript
   • Hosted on Azure Storage
   • Custom domain: www.troymd.com
   • Managed via Azure Storage Explorer

2. Backend

   • Azure Functions (Node.js)
   • Visitor counter functionality
   • Endpoint: resume-counter-function-sybert.azurewebsites.net
   • Managed via Local Git deployment

3. Database

   • Azure Cosmos DB
   • Stores visitor count data
   • Connected to Azure Function

Deployment Strategy

• Frontend Updates: Using Azure Storage Explorer
• Backend Updates: Using Local Git deployment
• Version Control: GitHub repository backup
• Note: GitHub Actions workflows are currently disabled for manual deployment control

Features

1. Website Content

   • Professional Summary
   • Work Activity (Administrative, Clinical, and Academic)
   • Credentials & Certifications
   • Publications/Presentations
   • Volunteer Work/Awards
   • Social Media Integration

2. Interactive Features

   • Smart section management
   • Multiple work history views
   • Interactive Gantt chart
   • Real-time visitor counter
   • Smooth scrolling navigation
   • Mobile-friendly design

File Structure

Azure_Resume-new/
├── frontend/
│   ├── index.html          # Main resume page
│   ├── js/                 # JavaScript functionality
│   └── assets/            # Images and presentations
├── backend/
│   └── api/
│       └── GetResumeCounter/  # Visitor counter function
└── README.md

Development Guide

Frontend Updates

1. Use Azure Storage Explorer
2. Navigate to the $web container
3. Upload or modify files as needed
4. Changes are immediately reflected on the website

Backend Updates

1. Make changes to function code
2. Use Git to deploy:

   git add .
   git commit -m "Your update message"
   git push azure main

Recent Updates (2024-01-20)

1. Deployment Changes

   • Disabled GitHub Actions workflows
   • Switched to manual deployment control
   • Set up GitHub Desktop for repository management

2. Development Environment

   • Using Azure Portal for frontend updates (temporary)
   • Planning to set up Storage Explorer once .NET 8 is properly installed
   • GitHub Desktop configured for version control

3. Known Issues

   • Need to review frontend/main.js for potential duplicate file issue
   • Verify correct JavaScript file being used (frontend/js/resume.js vs frontend/main.js)
   • Ensure proper file organization in frontend directory

Next Steps

1. Tools Setup

   • Install .NET 8 Runtime
   • Install Azure Storage Explorer
   • Configure VS Code for function updates

2. Code Review

   • Review and resolve main.js file location/usage
   • Ensure correct JavaScript file is referenced in index.html
   • Clean up any duplicate JavaScript files

3. Testing

   • Verify frontend update process via Azure Portal
   • Test visitor counter functionality
   • Confirm GitHub backup process

4. Future Updates

   • Plan new feature additions
   • Update content as needed
   • Enhance interactive elements

Live URLs

• Website: www.troymd.com
• Counter API: [resume-counter-function-sybert.azurewebsites.net/api/GetResumeCounter]