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About Me

Born in 1985, in Forest Park, Raised in the suburbs, and now Living in the city of Atlanta. I enjoy mobile photography, disc golf, riding my bikes, cooking, and web development. I spent the better part of two decades learning the culinary arts, and the last six or so putting them to work in restaurant kitchens all over the city. The restuarant industry lifestyle can be fun and fulfilling, but I wanted more. I wanted the work/life balance that people dream of. So, I stepped away from the hot kitchens and long nights, in order to devote more time to studying web developement. It had always been something I was interested in, but never had time to really pursue. Now, I spend my time working from home, and learning more about the technologies that power the modern internet.

Contact Details

Daniel Burke
(404)406-2696
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Education

Stanford University

Computer Science • Current

I am currently taking CS classes, online, through Stanford University. My goal, in taking these classes, is to become better at algorithims and logic.

Brookwood High School

Art & Design • February 2003

While in high school, I studied fine arts and design. In addition to that, I also focused on business finance. I left school so that I could work full time, and support myself. This was not the end of my education; I have always had a passion for learning.

Experiences

Freelance web developer

Web dev • Current

I am currently a freelance web developer. I am proficient in many technologies and frameworks, but my main areas of focus and interest are Ruby on Rails and React built on Node.js. I sometimes pick up work through UpWork, but the majority of my work comes from referrals and networking.

Chef

Garde Manger chef • current

I took a break from the culinary arts in order to pursue education and experience in web developement and internet technologies. Before this, I specialized in both French and Japanese culinary techniques, and am one of the last few, true garde manger chefs in Atlanta. I chose this specialty because it encompasses all aspects of cooking; from smoking meats for BBQ, to delicate and ornate pastry work. I am more than proficient in all aspects of cooking, and my knife skills are honed and sharp. For a brief rundown of my culinary adventures, please request a resume. There is too much there to list on a simple, scrolling web site.

Philosophy

  • Your work is going to fill a large part of your life, and the only way to be truly satisfied is to do what you believe is great work. And the only way to do great work is to love what you do. If you haven't found it yet, keep looking. Don't settle. As with all matters of the heart, you'll know when you find it.

  • The only questions are "how" and "why". How does this work? Why does it do that? Curiosity is the driving force of progress and evolution. Without wondering how and why, we would have no innovation.



  • Freedom defined is freedom denied.



Get In Touch With Me

While I am a busy person, I always make time to answer questions and help others. If you would like to contact me, please utilize the form I've provided, and I will get back to you when I am available.

Phone

Daniel Burke
(404) 406-2696