About Me
How I got here and what drives me
Who I Am
My path into programming started with a question most people never ask: who's actually protecting the people getting scammed online? I got involved in community-driven anti-fraud operations — building custom tools, coordinating with volunteers across time zones, and learning first-hand what it takes to disrupt large-scale criminal infrastructure. That experience shaped everything I build today.
Security Philosophy
- Zero-trust by default: Never assume safety; validate everything at every layer.
- Defence in depth: Multiple security layers ensure no single point of failure.
- Transparency: Document security decisions openly so they can be reviewed and improved.
- Least privilege: Only request the minimum permissions necessary for each operation.
Why Rust?
I spent a long time researching languages before writing my first serious project. Python felt too loose for security work. C and C++ had the performance but too many footguns. When I heard about Rust, I didn't jump in — I read about it for months, cross-referencing claims, looking for the catch.
The turning point was when CISA and the NSA publicly recommended that government agencies rewrite critical software in memory-safe languages. That confirmed what I'd been reading: Rust's ownership model and compile-time guarantees aren't hype — they're the direction the industry is heading.
Beyond safety, I care about efficiency. Software should run well on modest hardware. It shouldn't waste energy or force people to upgrade just to use a text editor. Rust lets me write code that's fast, correct, and lean.
What I'm Looking For
I want to work somewhere the code matters — where people review each other's work, where shortcuts aren't celebrated, and where there's room to learn from engineers who've been doing this longer than I have. I'm at my best in a team that's genuinely engaged in what they're building. Shared ownership of quality, honest technical discussions, and pride in the craft are what I'm after.
Beyond Code
When I'm not building things, I'm probably tinkering with my Arch Linux setup, reading about cryptography, or diving into OSINT rabbit holes. I follow AI development closely and look for practical ways to integrate it into my workflow — the technology is a tool, and like any tool, what matters is how you use it. I care about digital privacy, open source software, and the idea that technology should serve people — not the other way around.
Let's Work Together
Interested in collaborating or have an opportunity to discuss?