I’m an engineer interested in AI systems, data, and design.
Most of my career has involved building web applications, data platforms, and, in recent years, model harnesses for large enterprises. Currently, I'm building software for my own ideas and clients.
- Tectonic — A map-driven intelligence tool for making sense of telecom infrastructure, land, power, and connectivity.
- Adatto — A better way for stylists and salons to find the right professional fit.
- SplendidSet — A place for bands to organize songs, build sets, and keep the right notes close during rehearsals and shows.
- Northbound — An investment research workspace that connects portfolios, market data, strategy, and AI analysis.
- Nulango — A travel companion for the words and local context you need in the moment.
| Years | Milestones |
|---|---|
| 2026 | Afterlight Labs - Started my own dev shop. Currently, building Tectonic for telecom market intelligence, Adatto for connecting Denver salons and stylists, and SplendidSets for bands to perform their best sets. |
| 2019–2026 | Meta — Built AI systems, data platforms, and full-stack applications for network infrastructure. |
| 2020 | Nulango — Built Nulango with my brother @davidporkka for travelers to learn languages quickly. |
| 2017–2019 | Summit Materials — Built out their enterprise data platform and forecasting models. |
| 2016–2017 | Polco — Worked as a Data Science Intern at the civic engagement startup. |
| 2012–2016 | Beloit College — Earned a B.S. in Physics. Started Brewswap - a network of home brewers around Wisconsin to exchange home brewed beer and get feedback. Started the school's entrepreneurship club. |