About Me
My journey in software development started over 15 years ago with low-level C and assembly code for Nokia's S40 mobile phones, optimizing graphics engines pixel by pixel. Fast forward to today, and I'm building cloud-native developer portals at OP Financial Group, helping hundreds of developers ship better software faster.
What drives me? Developer Experience. I believe that great tools unlock great teams. Whether it's championing Backstage adoption, speaking at conferences, or contributing to open source, I'm passionate about making developers' lives easier.
From embedded systems to modern web interfaces, from assembly to TypeScript—I've seen technology evolve, and I love being part of that evolution. When I'm not coding, you'll find me with my family (husband and father of two), brewing beer, or playing football on late Sunday evenings.
I'm a strong believer in Open Source. I believe it's not just about code, it's about community. Every bug fix, every contribution, every shared insight helps us all grow together.
Quick Facts
- Based in Kempele, Finland
- Expert Lead Developer @ OP
- Open Source Contributor
- Tech Blogger
Skills
With nearly two decades of software development experience, I've cultivated a diverse skill set focused on building innovative, user-centric applications. Below is a comprehensive overview of my technical expertise. Note that proficiency ratings reflect both depth of knowledge and recent hands-on experience.
Languages
Frontend
Backend
Testing
Ops
Miscellaneous
Media
I enjoy sharing insights and experiences through speaking engagements at conferences and events. Many of these talks have been recorded and are available on YouTube, along with other media content I've created for the community.
Get In Touch
I'm always open to new opportunities, collaborations, and conversations.
Whether you have a project in mind, a question, or just want to connect—let's talk!
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