Developer,
Hi, I'm Dan
I have a passion for creating things that look great and perform even better, I also love to learn and share knowledge. I have been described as methodical, dedicated, and a strong communicator.

About Me
I have been a computer enthusiast for as long as I can remember, a doer of intricate things as I like to say, I've been building websites, automating things, and operating a home lab for over 10 years.
I'm a believer in open source software, so much so that I run Linux on all of my computers for work and play.
I am also a percussionist, and bass guitarist, I've performed on stages all over Arizona, and a few in California too!
Full Stack Developer
I have a few favorite libraries and frameworks, but I'm always excited to learn something new.
Building Blocks
HTML, CSS, JS, TypeScript, Go, NoSQL, SQL, Bash, ZSH
Dev Tools
- Git
- Hugo
- Webpack
- React
- Redux
- Vue
- REST
- Apollo
I.T. Consultant
There is no better feeling than realizing an elegant solution to a complex problem.
Methodologies
On-Prem, Cloud, Virtualization, Orchestration
Technologies
- Linux
- Ansible
- KVM
- Docker
- AWS
- CI/CD
- NGINX
- MongoDB
- PostgreSQL
Designer
I appreciate clean minimalist design, but the important thing is to convey the intended message.
Things I Design
UX, UI, Web Apps, Logos, Vinyl Cuts, 3D Objects, A/V
Design Tools
- Figma
- InkScape
- G.I.M.P.
- OpenSCAD
- Blender
- Ardour
- DaVinci Resolve
- Darktable
- Pencil
Latest Blog Posts
Orchestrate Your Systems with Ansible Playbooks - How to Home Lab Part 10
In this segment, you will learn how to set up and use Ansible to manage servers efficiently.
dlford.io Redesign 2022, and What the Future Holds
A fresh new site built with Hugo, Webpack, and a little bit of React
How to Build a Hand Wired Split Ergonomic Keyboard with Per-Key RGB LEDs
A build guide for the Dactyl Minidox Split Ergo Keyboard with per-key RGB LEDs
Expanding Your Home Network - How to Home Lab Part 9
In this article we will migrate pfSense to be the edge device on the network.
How to Set Up Serverless Form Submissions with AWS Lambda
In this tutorial you will learn how to set up a form handler in AWS Lambda with and without attachments.
Introduction to Docker: Installation and Usage - How to Home Lab Part 8
In this segment, you will learn how to install and use Docker on an Ubuntu Linux VM.
Featured Projects
Just a few of my favorite creations.
Developer Utilities
A collection of useful tools for software developers (Work in Progress).
Twenty Twenty Twenty Timer (4T)
Combat computer vision syndrome using the 20-20-20 rule.
Testimonials
Dan is my go to developer for all things related to our Gatsby website. I have complete confidence that if I need something done, he has the technical capabilities to do it well, at a reasonable price, and without bloating the development hours like so many developers are prone to do. As far as I’m concerned, he’s an integral part of our team.
- Jay Park
- Marketing Director
- Canyon Coolers
It has been our pleasure to work with Dan Ford on the design of our website. He understood our vision, explained everything clearly, and responded quickly to our questions and concerns. Dan is a true professional and we would recommend him to anyone in need of website design.
- Teri Bryant
- Scott Reeves
- Desert Flower CBD and Wellness