Over the course of my life, I have seen and done a wide variety of things. I have worked as a mailman, a cashier and an order picker and I have worked several factory jobs related to assembly and machining. Helping my dad and my uncles turn a patch of overgrown swamp into a peice of paradise, I've also become quite handy with axes, shovels, chainsaws, and other landscaping tools. I've practiced archery, woodworking and rock-climbing and have numerous mountaineering advertures under my belt. Through various DIY projects and creative endeavors, I've picked up things about electronics, math, and design. I've always been fascinated by the human mind and the nature of existence. Reading Nietzsche and Jung in high-school changed my perspective on life forever.

From high-school untill my return to academia was a turbulent period of my life. I discontinued two university studies, struggled with mental health issues, and generally felt depressed about everything for several years. Eventually, while working a factory job, I got scouted as a software talent and became a Software Developer for about 18 months - long story short. There are many complex reasons for my eventual departure from that role which I won't go into here. Ultimately, however, I decided to return to university to pursue a Bachelor's degree in Applied Mathematics. Safe to say, I'm very glad I did.