Whitehorse, Yukon · off-grid · building things

Builder.
AI explorer.
15 years in the wild.

Software developer, permanent Yukon resident. I build with AI, write about what I find, and ship things that last.

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1975 Dodge camper van, Yukon mountains

Recent writing
Feb 2026 Leaving the startup Feb 2026 AI agents that actually work Feb 2026 Software that lasts
Now

Consulting through Anlek, building Mission Control, raising a 4-year-old in the Yukon. Currently deep in Rails 8 + Elixir + AI integration work.

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About

Developer since 2001. Off-grid since 2020. AI explorer. I build things that last — software, systems, routines. Less interested in the shiny than in what actually works.

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Work with me

Available for senior Rails and Elixir engagements, AI integration, and system architecture. I work directly — no middlemen, no agencies.

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