A Developer's Journey
Every career has a story. Mine began not with lines of code, but with curiosity — a fascination with technology, problem-solving, and the ways businesses rely on digital systems to survive.
From computer technician and network engineer in Cape Town, to WooCommerce Support Ninja at WooThemes, to Certified Expert Developer on Codeable, to founder of Villiers Vision Works — this is the journey that shaped me into a software architect.
The Evolution of Expertise
What started as troubleshooting hardware issues in the early 2000s evolved into architecting enterprise-grade software solutions. This transformation wasn't accidental — it was driven by an insatiable curiosity about how technology can solve real business problems.
From Hardware to Software
The transition from fixing computers to building software systems taught me something invaluable: understanding the full technology stack. When you've diagnosed network connectivity issues at 3 AM, debugging API integration problems feels manageable. When you've explained complex technical concepts to frustrated business owners, communicating architecture decisions to stakeholders becomes natural.
Building Trust Through Results
Over 475 projects and 150+ reviews later, the pattern is clear: successful software development isn't just about writing code. It's about understanding business needs, communicating clearly, and delivering solutions that work reliably over time.
The Philosophy Behind the Work
This journey shaped a core philosophy: technology should solve problems, not create them. Whether it's a WooCommerce integration for a small business or a multi-tenant SaaS platform for enterprise clients, the goal remains the same — build systems that work, scale, and provide real business value.