About Me
Attended Albany State University in 1980, learned to program a Univac 1100/80 using assembly language on a cardpunch machine. Learned to count in binary, octal, and hexdecimal. When I got access to the computer lab that had a dozen DEC TERAK computers that had a graphics processor, so I could create pictures right on the screen, I thought I was in heaven.
First programming job was with Playnet, an online gaming and chat system for the Commodore 64 that was the precursor to AOL. Wrote a 4 level tic tac toe game, and once online was immediatly crushed by a bratty 13 year old. Went on to become phone support tech, remote troubleshooting system issues with customers across the nation.
Went on to learn desktop publishing at one of the first self service computer-based printshops, called 'Compose Yourself & Print It'. They used Macintosh SE. When we finally got a COLOR macintosh, I thought I was in heaven.
Designed first website in 1994, using open source software, and notepad, all over a blazing fast 56000 baud modem.
In 1996 I joined Circuit City Stores IT Department as a service technician, part of a team that provided support for the 5000+ onsite employees at the national corporate headquarters, and later was in charge of remote support for our 40+ regional offices.
Well, we all know what happened to Circuit City, but I swear it wasn't my fault. I got to take the summer off, and I had just purchased a digital camera after a lifetime of 35mm film. I joined forces with a vetrenary clinic and doggie daycare by setting up a Pet Photography shop at the Crossroads West Veterenary Center, in Richmond VA. I called it 'The Brightroom'. It was a LOT of fun!
It did well, but family matters took me to Northern New Jersey, where I remain.
I continue to work in destop publishing, graphic arts, prepress, computer repair, websites, photoshoots. I am a strong advocate of Linux and Open Source Software, which this site is based on. I currently service the West Orange Area with freelance consultation.
Right now I'm on extended contract with NatashaNYC a fashion designer with a new line of clothing coming out every 6 months, so the pace is busy, I work both IT, catalog production, and business partner. It's a lot more interesting than your regular IT work. Especially the photoshoots and fashion parties. But I'm still here for those in need of computer help and advise.
From nerdy computer tech to well dressed fashionista, how is that possible? I think I'm in heaven!