Beyond the Code: Creativity, Craft, and Community.
Outside of work, I’m a hockey dad, photography enthusiast, and pinball collector who thrives on continuous learning and digging into technology at a low level – always looking for creative ways to apply it to real-world problems.
Certified as both a Red Hat Linux Engineer and a Bartender, I’ve always embraced learning in all its forms. My UofT Engineering BASc (’94) laid the foundation for discipline and problem-solving, but it’s curiosity and a love of the learning process that keep me engaged with new technologies. Beyond IT, I’ve stacked skills in welding, sheet-metal fabrication, and heavy-equipment operation – along with more eclectic pursuits like arcade machine repair.
Software Development
& Systems Architecture
From enterprise-scale systems to lean applications, I design and deliver full-stack solutions across UI, middleware, and database tiers. With 20+ years in Java, web services, and modern DevOps practices, I bring the discipline of enterprise architecture together with the creativity of hands-on engineering.
Education & Mentorship for Developers and Managers
Beyond building systems, I’ve led teams, guided junior programmers, and built cultures of learning. Whether through project management, peer mentoring, or technical education, I focus on developing strong engineers who can grow into leaders
Machine Learning & AI Integration
In recent years, my focus has expanded into AI and machine learning – from App↔AI integration to custom model development. I work on practical, production-ready solutions that bring intelligence into applications, enabling automation, personalization, and new possibilities.
