NorthernDev

Pragmatic generalist focused on backend reliability. Expert in Python, Django, and SQLite. I specialize in building high-performance systems on minimal infrastructure and keeping complexity low.

Deepening my knowledge of SQLite performance, FTS5, and vector search. I am always looking for ways to do more with simpler infrastructure and fewer dependencies.

Sigilla. A privacy-first tool for knowledge workers to capture, organize, and actually reuse information from the web. Moving beyond link graveyards and into structured personal libraries.

Discussions on engineering leadership, software pragmatism, and backend architecture. Reach out if you value quality over hype. Available for podcasts or speaking about the junior developer crisis.