About me

When I first got into programming, I was focusing on front end web development. My wife, a UI/UX designer would create designs for me in Figma and I would write the HTML, CSS, and Javascript. Before long, I had completed the University of Helsinki's Full Stack Open program which was focused on building single page applications with ReactJS that use REST APIs built with Node.js.

After a year or so, my wife and I started building custom Wordpress sites for clients. I learned how to build traditional Wordpress themes with PHP as well as custom Gutenberg blocks with React. These projects forced me to think a lot more about practical things like content management systems and hosting solutions. I started getting more interested in cloud technologies as well as non-Javascript backends.

I'm currently focused on further developing my Linux and SQL skills. I have also fallen in love with the Go programming language and try to use it as much as possible. My job in IT has furthered my interest in automation and infrastructure. It's the main reason I started building out my homelab and collecting AWS certifications.

When I'm not programming, I'm probably hanging out with my wife and my beautiful baby girl with whom I am obsessed. I still love singing and I have been fortunate enough to be a part of some really incredible ensembles.