About Michal Ferber

31+ years as a developer, network engineer, sysadmin, and consultant.

Bio

Hi, I am Michal Ferber. As a hands-on technical leader and founder, I have deep experience in software engineering, telecommunications, systems design, and digital operations. Throughout my career I have helped teams modernize infrastructure, automate workflows, and deliver measurable business outcomes.

Over the past 30+ years, I have led efforts in cloud migration, communications, API integration, and customer-facing service delivery across healthcare, education, and enterprise environments.

What makes me unique is my ability to blend technical detail with strategic direction. Whether building software, managing telecom systems, or guiding teams through complex transitions, I deliver practical and sustainable results.

Through my consulting and technical leadership work, I continue to help organizations transform operations and build resilient technology foundations.

Skills

Programming Skills

  • HTML/CSS 100%
  • JavaScript 95%
  • TypeScript 60%
  • Python 80%
  • C# 50%
  • PHP 65%
  • Ruby 50%
  • Kotlin 40%
  • Next.js/React 45%
  • PowerShell 70%
  • SQL 70%
  • YAML/JSON 95%
  • Markdown 100%
  • Docker / Docker Compose 95%

Other Skills

  • Linux 95%
  • Windows 85%
  • Telephony Systems 90%
  • Asterisk 50%
  • API Integration 90%
  • Communication 100%
  • Technical Writing 60%
  • Teamwork 95%
  • Leadership 95%
  • Public Speaking 95%
  • Sales 90%
  • Project Management 75%
  • Adaptability/Flexibility 75%
  • Creativity 75%

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Certifications

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Timeline

  1. Founder & CEO

    AF Integration LLC • Hartsville, NC

    Oct 2023 - Jun 2025

    Founded and operated a consulting business focused on web delivery, systems integration, and communications automation for SMB and enterprise clients.

  2. Director of Telecommunications

    McLeod Health • Florence, SC

    Oct 2020 - Oct 2022

    Led enterprise telephony and contact center operations, modernization planning, and service reliability across multi-site healthcare environments.

  3. Telecommunications Manager

    McLeod Health • Florence, SC

    Dec 2017 - Oct 2020

    Managed voice infrastructure, carrier relationships, and support teams while improving uptime, change management, and escalation workflows.

  4. Software Engineer

    Taylor Data Systems, Inc. • Florence, SC

    Aug 2006 - Nov 2007

    Designed and maintained business applications and integrations in Microsoft-centric environments with a strong focus on reliability.

  5. Software Engineer

    Knight Software, Inc. • Florence, SC

    Nov 2005 - Nov 2006

    Built and supported software components for line-of-business platforms and customer-facing data workflows.

  6. Server Engineer

    McLeod Health • Florence, SC

    Jan 2001 - Nov 2004

    Maintained Windows server systems, virtualization, backup strategy, and service monitoring for critical healthcare workloads.

  7. Project Manager

    Netcom Information Systems • Florence, SC

    Feb 1999 - Jan 2000

    Coordinated deployment projects, customer communications, and implementation teams for network and systems rollouts.

  8. Freelance Consultant

    Self-Employed • Florence, SC

    Mar 1997 - Jan 1999

    Delivered independent IT support, web projects, and infrastructure work for local businesses and organizations.

  9. Support Engineer

    ACS Technologies • Florence, SC

    Jan 1994 - Nov 1996

    Provided software and systems support with a focus on troubleshooting, customer success, and documentation.

  10. Chief Technologist

    Victory Industries, Inc. • Lamar, SC

    1992 - 1993

    Led technical operations and system planning for internal platforms and service programs.

  11. Intern

    Victory Industries, Inc. • Lamar, SC

    1991 - 1992

    Started in technical administration and software development support, building the foundation for a long IT career.