Michael

I'm a neophile and a hacker. I write code for many platforms. I've been programming for almost 20 years. I was born in Wenatchee, Washington. I am currently working for DupliMark as a software design engineer. I have worked in the past for companies including InfoSpace, Seanet, and Web3000. I started my own Internet provider before I was 16. I enjoy working with technology and creating sophisticated software solutions. I have worked with a number of start up internet companies. I currently have a few side ventures I am working on.I lived in Twisp for a year. I attended a Christian school for 6th grade, then after that I was home schooled for a few years where I took high school courses on the computer. I also attended a public high school for one quarter where I received perfect grades. I then went on to start my own business and then to work on the 68th floor of the Columbia tower in downtown Seattle. So I didn't have the need to get my diploma until 2004 when I took the GED test and aced it.My passions are for snowboarding. I competed in boarder derby for two years. My favorite place to ride is Blackcomb, Whistler. I also picked up white water kayaking with James Amandus. He pushed me beyond what I thought was physically possible. After less than a year of kayaking I was able to float through a class 4+ (boulder drop, Skykomish) and style it. I also love my work. I love computers and networking.I am the 4th child of 6 kids. My sisters are all married. My oldest brother is divorced and my younger brother has never been married, but I hear he has an interest or two. My parents have been happily married for almost 40 years.