Jon Tomlinson
Lead Developer at IPS
Building automotive software solutions for 25+ years
About Me
I'm a Lead Developer at Innovative Programming Systems, where I've spent my career building business automation solutions for the automotive industry.
With over 25 years of professional experience, I've evolved from legacy systems like Visual FoxPro to modern web technologies. Today, I specialize in the TALL stack (Tailwind CSS, Alpine.js, Laravel, Livewire), crafting robust, scalable applications that help dealerships streamline their operations.
My work focuses on inventory management systems, barcode scanning solutions, and real-time vehicle tracking platforms that serve dealerships across 45 states. I'm passionate about transforming manual processes into efficient, automated workflows.
My Journey
25+ years of evolution from desktop to modern web
Visual FoxPro Era
Started career building database-driven desktop applications. Mastered data manipulation and rapid application development.
C# & .NET Transition
Evolved into the Microsoft ecosystem. Built enterprise Windows applications and services with object-oriented design patterns.
Web Development & PHP
Shifted to web technologies. Learned PHP and Laravel framework. Built first SaaS products for dealership management.
TALL Stack Mastery
Leading development with Tailwind, Alpine.js, Laravel & Livewire. Building real-time, reactive applications that serve dealerships nationwide.
Skills & Technologies
Modern Stack
Legacy & Systems
Integrations & APIs
Featured Projects
Products I've built and led development on at Innovative Programming Systems
ScanIt Parts
Dealership parts inventory management system with wireless barcode scanning and real-time DMS integration.
- Real-time inventory tracking
- Point of Sale functionality
- 45 states coverage
ScanIt Vehicles
Vehicle inventory and tracking system with GPS location, barcode scanning, and automated document generation.
- GPS location tracking
- Stock stickers & key tags
- Physical inventory automation
Smartelematics
Fleet tracking platform using GPS, cellular connectivity, and OBD-II diagnostics for real-time vehicle monitoring.
- OBD-II diagnostics
- 24/7 real-time monitoring
- Plug-N-Play installation
Get In Touch
Interested in working together or have a question? Feel free to reach out.