After more than three decades writing software for large organizations, I recently made the leap to independent consulting under the banner of LinuxTampa, LLC.
This wasn't entirely by choice — the W-2 market has been brutal lately, and I'm far from alone in that experience. But the more I've leaned into contract work, the more I've realized it suits me. I get to pick interesting problems, work with a wider range of technology stacks, and spend less time in status meetings.
What LinuxTampa Is
LinuxTampa is my vehicle for helping businesses get real value out of open source technology and cloud infrastructure. The name reflects where I live and what I've built my career on: Linux, in all its forms, from embedded systems to enterprise cloud.
Over the years I've worked across a wide range of domains — telecommunications, financial services, defense, robotics, AI validation. The common thread has been Linux, automation, and a preference for building things that actually last.
What to Expect Here
This blog is where I'll share:
- Stories from the field — the real challenges and how we solved them
- Technical deep dives — infrastructure, DevOps, cloud architecture
- Career observations — what's changing in the industry for experienced engineers
More posts coming soon. If you want to talk about a project, get in touch.