Get In Touch

How to Reach Me

What I’d Love to Hear About

🤝 Collaboration Opportunities

• Open source projects that could benefit from my expertise
• Technical writing opportunities
• Code review and consulting
• Mentorship programs

💡 Project Discussions

• Interesting technical challenges you’re facing
• Architecture and design questions
• Performance optimization needs
• Technology stack decisions

🎤 Speaking & Events

• Conference speaking opportunities
• Workshop facilitation
• Podcast appearances
• Technical meetups and user groups

📚 Content & Feedback

• Suggestions for blog post topics
• Feedback on existing content
• Questions about tutorials or guides
• Requests for specific technical content

🌱 Learning & Growth

• Technology recommendations
• Career advice discussions
• Industry trends and insights
• Learning resource suggestions

Response Times

I do my best to respond promptly, but please keep in mind:

• Email: 24-48 hours (weekdays)
• LinkedIn: 2-3 days
• Twitter: Same day (for quick questions)
• GitHub: 1-2 days (for technical discussions)

Please note that I may take longer to respond during weekends, holidays, or when traveling.

Before You Reach Out

To help me provide the best response, please consider:

For Technical Questions

• Include relevant code snippets or error messages
• Describe what you’ve already tried
• Specify your environment (OS, language versions, etc.)
• Be as specific as possible about the issue

For Collaboration Proposals

• Briefly describe the project or opportunity
• Explain how you think I could contribute
• Include timeline and commitment expectations
• Mention any compensation or benefits

For Speaking Requests

• Provide event details (date, location, audience size)
• Specify the topic or let me know if you’re open to suggestions
• Include information about travel and accommodation
• Mention the timeline for confirmation

What I Can Help With

Technical Expertise

• Rust Programming: Web development, systems programming, performance optimization
• Web Development: Full-stack applications, API design, frontend frameworks
• Architecture: System design, scalability planning, technology selection
• DevOps: CI/CD, containerization, cloud deployment
• Code Review: Best practices, security, performance improvements

Content & Education

• Technical Writing: Blog posts, documentation, tutorials
• Mentorship: Career guidance, skill development, project planning
• Speaking: Conference talks, workshop facilitation, panel discussions
• Consulting: Technology assessment, team training, process improvement

Current Availability

Status: Open to new opportunities and collaborations

Preferred Project Types:

• Open source contributions
• Technical writing projects
• Speaking engagements
• Short-term consulting (1-3 months)
• Mentorship opportunities

Not Currently Available For:

• Full-time employment
• Long-term contracts (6+ months)
• Projects requiring extensive travel

This status is updated regularly. Feel free to reach out even if your request doesn’t perfectly match my current availability.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Do you offer paid consulting services?

A: Yes, I offer consulting for specific technical challenges, code reviews, and architecture planning. Rates vary based on the scope and timeline. Please email me with details about your project.

Q: Can you help with my homework/assignment?

A: While I can’t complete assignments for you, I’m happy to point you toward learning resources or help clarify concepts if you’re stuck.

Q: Do you accept guest post submissions?

A: I occasionally accept high-quality guest posts that align with my blog’s focus. Please email me with your proposal and a brief outline.

Q: Can you review my code/project?

A: I’m happy to provide feedback on open source projects or specific code snippets. For larger commercial projects, this would fall under consulting services.

Q: Are you available for full-time positions?

A: I’m currently focused on my independent work and not actively seeking full-time employment. However, I’m always interested in hearing about exceptional opportunities.

Let’s Build Something Amazing Together

Whether you’re working on an exciting project, facing a technical challenge, or just want to connect with a fellow developer, I’m here and ready to help. The tech community thrives on collaboration and knowledge sharing, and I’m always excited to be part of that.

Don’t hesitate to reach out – even if you’re not sure if your question or proposal is a good fit. The worst that can happen is we have an interesting conversation!

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Looking forward to hearing from you and potentially working together on something great!

Office Hours

I hold virtual “office hours” every Friday from 2-4 PM EST where I’m available for quick questions, career advice, or informal technical discussions. These are free, informal sessions – just send me an email if you’d like to schedule a 15-30 minute chat during this time.

Time zone: Eastern Standard Time (EST/EDT)