I like well-designed systems, tools, and objects that are durable, understandable, maintainable, and built with care.
been there, done that:
System Architect at the Institute of Virology and Immunology
- Professional
After starting an internship at IVI in 2025, I joined the institute full-time as a system architect in 2026. The role lets me design, operate, and administer in-house systems for a high-security laboratory.
Launch of rasierseife.ch
- Professional
- Personal
On July 18, 2025, I launched rasierseife.ch, a small webshop born from curiosity about building and operating an online store.
Bachelor of Science in Computer Science
- Education
I completed my computer-science degree at the University of Bern in summer 2025. My bachelor thesis investigated privacy-preserving signatures for digital identity systems.
Visited Senegal
- Personal
A long-time friend stationed in Dakar showed us the city and the rest of Senegal. See photos in the gallery.
BJJ Blue Belt
- Sport
Earned my blue belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.
Hiked Kungsleden
- Personal
Hiked the 100 km northern section of the Kungsleden trail from Abisko to Nikkaluokta in seven days. See photos in the gallery.
Personal Website Launch
- Personal
Built and launched this website, initially using Emacs Org mode as the site generator. Read about the original setup.
Started Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
- Sport
Started training Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu at Joker Jiu Jitsu Bern.
Visited Ecuador
- Personal
Visited Quito, experienced the Amazon rainforest, and hiked on Cotopaxi with a good friend. See photos in the gallery.
Military Service with the Grenadiers
- Education
- Personal
Served in Isone, Ticino, as a Grenadier. It was a challenging and educational period.
Passerelle
- Education
Left the banking career path and studied at WKS Bern for one year to prepare for the university admission examination.
50K Ultramarathon Finisher
- Sport
Completed a 50-kilometre ultramarathon while preparing for military service.
Banking Apprenticeship
- Education
- Professional
Completed a three-year apprenticeship as a bank clerk, gaining a foundation in financial services and business operations.
See my Now page if you want to know what I am currently doing.
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