Hi! I'm John
Full-stack software engineer & digital creative. I build teams, grow products, and occasionally rescue street cats!
Latest Posts
Thoughts, tutorials, and stories from across my creative pursuits
Vibe Check: Do I Miss Writing Code?
AI lets me build more than ever. One stubborn SVG reminded me why I still miss doing things the slow way.
Poco & Loco: Bonded Baby Brothers
Poco and Loco are two black kitten brothers who have already been through a lot. They are safe, cared for, and looking for the right forever home together.
Puddles: The Cuddle Maxxer
Puddles came to us shy but incredibly sweet, with pillowfoot and a tick. After getting spayed and nursed back to health, this little cuddle maxxer found her forever home through Stray Kitty Rescue in April 2026.
Re: Hello World
Emerging from two years of burnout, side projects, and a renewed creative drive. A fresh start for the blog and my digital design/dev career.
Bogo: The Neighborhood Shadow
Bogo is a loving ~3-5 year old black male who's found his perfect match. A tale of rescue, recovery, and pure devotion.
Scooter: The Tuxedo Boy Who Always Comes Home
Scooter was the gentleman of the group. Though our journey with him ended in bittersweet mystery, his memory lives on.