I'm a software developer at Level 12, focused on technical delivery. I work to understand what our customers need, then build the software that solves their business problems.
Yes. To me "geek" can be anyone who has a passion that leads to an acquisition of knowledge in some domain. I think of myself as a geek because I've passionately honed my skills as a software engineer for a good part of my life.
I appreciate seeing any bumper sticker that will give me a chuckle, even if I don't agree with the message.
I'd explore the world more than I do now, spend more time with family, and build community around some of my passions like growing food. I'd also figure out how I'd exercise my mind so that I can stay sharp and age well.
Moving from Belgium as a child, I miss the Belgian fry shacks (frietkot) among other things I grew up with.
What I like most is the lean teams. They mean I get to work with really competent people, take on serious impact, and own what I'm doing. I don't dislike anything about working at Level 12 yet.
inaturalist.org is a website I like. I've used it to help me locate wild foods to forage.
"Tell me, what is it you plan to do with your one wild and precious life?"
To live a good life with integrity that I can be proud of. To explore nature, develop my passions, push my boundaries, and to leave the things I touch better than I found them.
