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My Vision For The Future
I support the Sustainable Development Goals (SDG).
We must solve the most critical issues of our time within this generation. Doing anything else is a distraction.
Software Engineering Leadership
Cloud and Mobile Integration
Internet of Things (IoT)
Systems Thinking
About Me
I am a skilled and dedicated Software Engineer with a strong track record in software development, renewable energy, data processing, IoT (Internet of Things), biomimicry, home security, and water treatment. My academic background in Chemical and Control Engineering enables me to tackle complex challenges holistically, integrating technical depth with a systems-level understanding of business processes.Actively shaping my career toward versatility as a Senior Backend Software Engineer and Software Architect, I focus on building resilient, scalable systems that contribute to companies driving real impact—especially those advancing ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) goals. I thrive in cross-functional teams, bringing a solutions-oriented mindset and a commitment to delivering high-quality results on time and to industry standards.Technology is not just about optimization—it’s about responsibility. The road to a net-zero future demands action because the cost of hesitation isn’t just a setback; it’s DUST.
Current Sustainability Contribution
Elon Smart Water
Project description: The world's most innovative device to turn your hot water system (geyser) into a smart device that can also use solar energy (from photovoltaic panels).
Complete remote control for homeowners and third-party service providers. Monitor and calculate your energy savings.No additional plumbing required and minimal electrical wiring.Early detection of a geyser burst before it even happens!
Challenge me on all the claims :)
Ideas For The Future
PURE
A Platform for Understanding and Relationship Exchange
PURE is an open-source exploratory system that enriches real-time and batch data with semantic meaning, driving rapid insights across multiple disciplines.
Virelyn
Create a visual database schema, editable and ready to evolve, directly from your CI pipeline
Virelyn empowers you to visualise your processes, code, and systems with unparalleled intuition and seamlessness.The first iteration of Virelyn lets you create a visual database schema (ERD-based) directly from your CI (Continuous Integration) pipeline, making it editable and ready to evolve.
Midlife Mile
Rediscover sprinting and
short-distance running
Community building and supporting the growth of Track and Field after grassroots development to promote fitness
Unique digital platform (midlifesplit.com) to track your sprinting and running splits (current platforms do not cut it anymore and they have zero incentive to change)
Midlife Split squad for sprint training
Midlife Mile squad for short-distance running training
