Now

This page is a snapshot of what I’m up to right now. It’s inspired by Derek Sivers and the nownownow.com project.

Working

Things I’ve been working on.

Finding work

Still on the lookout for work in this crazy job market. Over 160 applications sent so far: some with responses, some ghosted, some flat-out rejected. Just gotta keep going!

This blog

Whilst out of work I’ve been busy on this blog - improving the site, adding new features, writing more content. Most of the posts I wanted to write are now up, so I’ll be getting back to other things.

Unreal Engine build server

Alongside applications and blog content, I’ve been building an automated Unreal Engine build server to automate the build process for Unreal Engine projects.

Graveyard Gunner

I keep meaning to get back to this Unreal Engine project. The build server and blog posts have eaten most of my time (I get distracted easily). I’ll eventually get back to it and finish what I started!

Learning

Things I’ve been learning.

Degree enquiries

Believe it or not, I don’t have a degree. When I was living in the UK I only got as far as a Higher National Diploma in Software Engineering before life took a different direction.

Since doing my AWS Certifications I’ve been inspired to potentially go back to university. I’m enquiring with RMIT and Monash to see what counts towards Recognition of Prior Learning.

Reaching back out to my old universities for transcripts feels odd at this point in life, but who knows where it may lead.

Programming languages

Since delving into C++, I’ve been looking into learning Rust and getting into Go more. I’ve got a pretty good foundation in most languages, so picking up another two shouldn’t be too arduous.

Reading

Things I’ve been reading.

Lean Startup

When I’m not writing or snowed under by bookmarks, I’ve been reading Lean Startup by Eric Ries on my Kindle. Pretty insightful so far - I’m about halfway through.

Game Engines

Following my Unreal Engine studies, I wanted to delve deeper into the workings of game engines. My partner kindly bought me the two-volume set of Game Engine Architecture in paperback for my birthday. Both are sitting on the shelf waiting to be read, which I plan to do when I have some downtime!

Playing

Things I’ve been playing.

Battlefield 6

My go-to game in downtime has been Battlefield 6. I’ve always been a massive fan of the series (except 2142, ugh) and this latest installment is the best yet. It’s also the only game I will ever buy from EA.

Chivalry 2

Picked up for a mere $5, I’ve been having great fun with Chivalry 2. There’s nothing quite like bashing someone over the head with a wooden mace 😉

Company of Heroes 3

Another favourite - I’ve absolutely loved the Company of Heroes series and the 3rd installment is a great addition to the franchise. The best thing about it: you can play at any time of day and there’s always someone to compete against.

Watching

Things I’ve been watching.

Gogglebox

Ever since it first aired, I’ve been a huge fan of Gogglebox - the UK version though, nothing else compares. Great for picking up other random TV series to watch, and the occasional dose of UK nostalgia.

The Traitors

A fan ever since it appeared on UK TV. The Traitors is a murder mystery of lies and deceit, and we’ve just finished watching the excellent celebrity version.

The Great British Bake Off

More my other half than me, but The Great British Bake Off often makes for dinnertime viewing. Can’t say I’m much of a cook, but the food always looks delicious 😂