Hobbies and Interests


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Upgrade, repair, & custom building of PC systems.

I've been working on personal computers for roughly 18 years now. It started as a simple curiosity of how computers worked. After several years of exploring I began building computers for myself and friends. I have extensive experience in repairing, troubleshooting, upgrading, and custom building computer systems. I've built over 200 computers and repaired/upgraded at least ten times that many.

Windows system administration and troubleshooting

I have been troubleshooting and repairing Windows based software problems just as long as I have been repairing computers. I am very proficient in repairing software issues that can and do arise in almost every Windows based computer system. I am capable of improving the performance of any Windows based computer by making technical adjustments to the Windows operating system that should only be done by highly trained technicians.

Website design and development

I began designing websites purely as a hobby. 4 years ago I found that reading the coding and understanding how to create websites came very easily to me and so I began exploring this new found hobby further. I enjoye it so much that it eventually lead to my enrolment here at Clark College in the Website Design and Development program.

Working on cars

I originally began working on cars out of necessity because we couldnt afford to have them fixed in a shop. I quickly discovered that I could save lots of money by repairing vehicles myself and began working on cars quite regularly. Currently I am highly skilled in repairing 85-92 Volkswagen Golfs/Jettas, but am not limited to just this particular vehicle. I can repair many problems on many types of cars, but I do try to stay away from major internal engine work because of the lack of proper tools.
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Cooking

I thoroughly enjoy cooking. I have developed several absolutely delicious secret family recipies and love cooking for family and guests. My favorite things to cook are: steak, chicken coconut thai soup (Tom-Kah Gai), stir fry dishes, gormet hamburgers, authentic fetuccini alfredo, homemade garlic bread, and the list goes on. As well, I enjoy watching cooking shows on T.V. for inspiration.

Traveling

My family and I frequently travel to the Oregon Coast to escape the busy city life. My favorite Oregon Coast spots include: Rockaway Beach, Tillamook, Garabaldi, Lincoln City, Seaside, and Cannon Beach. My interest in traveling is definately not limited to just the Oregon Coast. Ultimately I would like to travel to Italy, Rome, and Mexico with my family.

Photography

I enjoy photographing nature, wild life, sunsets, moonlight scenes, night scenes and more. I bring my camera nearly everywhere I go, keeping my eyes pealed for photographic opportunities. I especially enjoy macro photography because one can take a plain old ordinary object and turn it into something very beautiful and interesting.

Watching movies

I enjoy watching most all types of movies including: Science Fiction, Action Adventure, Comedy, Family, Romantic, and Drama. Everything but Broke Back Mountain... eww!

Home and car audio installation

I have been interested in home and car audio almost as long as I've been interested in computers. I enjoy installing stereo systems in cars (including wiring, amps, and speaker installation) as well as in homes. I have developed several techniques to help hide wires in the home so that after installation there are no visible wires anywhere which provides a very clean and proffesional look. I have a great home theater setup at my house which I installed myself. My family and I enjoy watching movies at home because it really feels like we are at the theater!
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Drawing

Although I dont have much time for it anymore due to my family and college life, I do enjoy drawing very much. Before I had a life (haha) I drew all the time. I became known by all my friends as "Auto" because I drew mostly sports cars and other types of vehicles. I love drawing because I am very creative and can openly express myself through this type of media. Eventaully I plan on scanning all of my favorite drawings and posting them on this website. Stay tuned for that update!

Making digital music

Another way I love to express my creative side is through music. I discovered not too long ago that I had a gift for creating digital music. I use mostly computers and software to create it. I've created mostly techno, hip-hop, trance, and rave music. I have created 2 CD's (yet to be published). I will be providing some of my music on this website VERY soon for all to hear so stay tuned for that as well!