My name is Michael Bauer, a dedicated Software Engineer with a deep passion for both the creative and technical aspects of technology. My journey in this dynamic field has been fueled by a blend of relentless dedication to excellence, a thirst to learn, and a sickening work ethic.

Over the better part of a decade, my skill set has grown to cover a wide range, including expertise in DevOps practices, cloud platforms, a multitude of programming languages, machine learning models, game engines, and more. As an enterprise software engineer, I've participated and led teams to successfully implement large-scale projects, including sophisticated enterprise architectures. These experiences have sharpened my technical abilities and underscored the value of teamwork, creativity, and shared success.

My journey started in the world of music, as a jazz/classical musician trained at the Cincinnati Conservatory and the University of Akron. A turning point came when I shifted my focus to software engineering, a path that I had always been insatiably curious about. The summer after graduating, I taught myself the necessary skills and landed my first startup job. My musical background continues to be a source of creative inspiration to this day.