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I'm Erik, and this is a GitHub profile. I did not invent GitHub, definitely did not invent Git, but I did create this README which is far less exciting and does not warrant the creation of a Wikipedia page.

I'm from Canada Montreal, speak French & English, and can type 121 words per minute. Passionate about Linux, security, and the open source community.

As a kid, I was young. Now, I'm still young, but with a receding hairline. I have lived a total of 32 years on this planet, but it's the only planet I've ever lived on. 🌍 I believe it's important to take care of it. 🌍 That's why I always make sure we use a ridiculously small amount of electricity to achieve greatness. Performance is perceivable. Users love 'em fast websites.

Can't say I've always been into development. Actually that is totally untrue.

Here's a super cute picture of my dad and I at 11 days old.

First programming languages I've learned are C++ and Ruby. RPG Maker made me want to get better at programming so that I could finish my exciting RPG nobody will nor should ever play. Founded my first company while studying computer programming in CEGEP. CEGEP is a weird step in the Canadian education system. I loved it.

Then did a couple years of university in engineering at two different universities, but ended up dropping because I love chemistry and physics, but am terrified by the idea of studying it.

Began working as a solo player, creating systems for small & medium businesses, fixing bugs online, and contributing to a couple open source projects.

Invested in Bitcoin. Made a few dollars. Met with MTL Blog. Offered my services. Hired interns from university. Created a CMS. Hired people. Became Chief Memes Technology Officer of Narcity Media. Exited. Back to creating cool shit for small businesses.

I guess you might want to get in touch for some reason. I'm not one to judge. You look kinda cool tbh.

Feel free to add me on any of the platforms listed underneath.

Twitter : @rykdesjardins

Instagram : @rykdesjardins

LinkedIn : @erikdesjardins

GitHub : @rykdesjardins

Google Plus : What?

TikTok : ...what? Like, design pattern brainstorm videos?

Definitely the 🍞 emoji.

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ETH : rykdesjardins.eth