About
Thanks for stopping by
Hello and thanks for stopping by. I started this blog in 2016 as an exercise in using Jekyll, a static website generator with the Minimal Mistakes theme. I discovered I could create a feature-rich web blog serving only HTML resources—no server-side runtime required.
In January 2026, I migrated the blog from Jekyll to Astro, a modern static site generator built on Node.js and npm. The site now uses the AstroPaper theme as a foundation. This migration gave me the chance to modernize the blog's tooling while preserving all the content and history.
In 2022, I transitioned away from the Drupal ecosystem after years of working deeply with the platform. While I still respect Drupal and its community, I've been exploring a broader range of technologies and approaches ever since.
By day, I manage web development and system administration. My interests span cloud infrastructure (AWS, Azure), content management systems, and modern web frameworks. I'm also a fan of low-carb eating, which shows up regularly on this blog. I write in Markdown and NeoVim because I enjoy the simplicity and focus they provide.
Currently, I am the Senior Manager of the Digital Experience Platform Team for Gilead Sciences. Our team is responsible for the reliable hosting and management of Gilead's websites, supporting systems like Sitecore, Azure, and AWS.
Technologies & Topics
- Web development and static site generators (Astro, Jekyll, Drupal)
- Package management and build tools (NPM, Node.js)
- Digital experience platforms and content management systems (Sitecore, Drupal)
- Cloud infrastructure and DevOps (AWS, Azure)
- Open source technologies and communities
- Low-carb lifestyle and personal wellness
- Technical writing and documentation
Low-Carb Living
Since June 2017, I've followed a low-carb diet under the guidance of Dr. Eric Westman at Duke University. It's transformed my health and helped me maintain sustainable weight loss. I write about this journey regularly on the blog. For my full story, resources, and recommendations, read my low-carb living page.