# Who Does This Guy Think He Is?

> And why should you listen to me?

I have been writing software since 1988, and managing software developers since 2011. I am personally capable of producing effective automation in around 40 development environments. The worst, by far, is `Friendship is Magic / FIM++`.

I have presented at professional conferences on wide ranging topics around the creation, maintenance, and sun-setting of automation, connecting the dots between usability, accessibility, cybersecurity, and software development practices. 

But ignore all of that. Here's my real credentials:

> My teams consistently deliver correct effective solutions on time.

As a bonus - If you read far enough, you will get my thoughts on how juggling fire applies to managing engineers.

You can learn more about my art and personal interests at [https://edward.delaporte.us][edus]

[edus]: http://edward.delaporte.us