I've been reading the FRIAM list for a few months, so I guess an
introduction is overdue.
My professional background, and technical interests, lie in various fields
of computer science and engineering. Starting in the early 1980's, I've
worked in the areas of artificial intelligence, computer graphics, computer
languages, operating systems, embedded systems, parallel and distributed
applications, enterprise scalability, system modeling, object-oriented
analysis and design, and what is now called agile software development
methods. I am currently very interested in computational models, especially
the actor model, and their areas of applicability. I would like to
contribute to the realization of computers-based tools that extend, rather
than impede, human capability. To this end I am interested in enhancing
accessibility and education regarding the application of technology to
enhance human existence.
Coming from a liberal arts education emphasizing philosophy, my interests
include calligraphy, digital typography, visual arts, photography, cinema,
choral music performance, dance, modern music enjoyment, eastern spiritual
traditions, "soft" martial arts such as T'ai Chi, dog training and
developing a greater appreciation for culinary variety.
I moved around the country, and even to Australia, during my childhood. I
settled in Minnesota where my two daughters were raised. In 2006 I moved to
Austin, Texas to begin a new chapter in my life. I'm looking forward to the
uncertainty of the future and the adventures that it will bring. I plan to
visit FRIAM for the first time 2008-02-29 and expect a mutually beneficial
collaboration with the Santa Fe Complex.
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