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About James Warner

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19 Dec 2024

Introduction

I'm a web-focused design engineer based near London, UK. Currently building Cosmoflow. Previously at LEGO, and EA.

During my early teens, I was fascinated by computer software and developed a strong reverse-engineering mindset to teach myself how it worked.

Throughout my career, I've worked from the high level of JavaScript down to the low level of assembly. This has been invaluable for identifying innovative technical solutions and security issues.

I've explored many realms of design and engineering, and I continue to find myself pulled back to web-based interfaces. I admire modern web design which exceeds visual expectations using motion and 3D graphics, while maintaining familiar user experience patterns and accessibility.

Values, Principles, Beliefs

  • Product-driven, tech-inspired, impact-charged.
  • Focus = commitment; shiny object syndrome is false progress.
  • Reverse engineering balances forward engineering.
  • Build the things we'd use, and use the things we build.
  • Iterate development & aggregate marketing.
  • What we're building > the technology used.
  • User experience > internal complexity.

Recent Works

Some things I've worked on in recent months:

Professional Interests

  • 🌐Web-based application and experience development.
  • 🖥️UI design utilizing motion and 3D graphics.
  • 🔣UX patterns and accessibility.
  • 🔒Application and network security.

Personal Interests

  • ☕Brewing coffee (V60 & espresso)
  • 🌱Horticulture (growing lots of chillies)
  • 🍳Cooking & fermentation
  • 🚣🏻‍♂️Indoor rowing
  • 👾Pixel art & video game design
  • 🎸Playing guitar
  • 🏠Home automation

Reading List

Some books I like and recommend!

Career & Practical:

Food & Drink:

Gardening:

Biographies:

Art & Video Games:

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Software

I'm frequently asked about the tools and technologies I use, so here are some lists!

My preferred web tech:

I also use:

Tools:

Also, check out my curated list of Design Engineer Tools!

Code Editor

Right now I'm using:

Hardware

Office Setup:

Custom Workstation PC:

Custom Keyboard:

Audio Gear:

Camera Gear:

Guitar Gear: