Data engineer, scientist, builder, and indie hacker.

I’m CJ, a data engineer and scientist exploring the world of indie hacking and solopreneurship. With code, curiosity, and lots of tea, I build cool things and share the process.

A Blog Is the Centerpoint of Your Ideas, Not the End of Them

Most people think of a blog as a finished product. You write it, publish it, and move on. I think of blogs more like seeds. If you just leave them buried, they sit unseen. If you nurture them, they ripple outward and grow into something much bigger.

The Great Filter: Analysis Paralysis

When you’re frozen by too many choices, movement matters most. Any step forward beats standing still because stillness never gets you closer to where you want to be.

Why I Took a Vacation to Figure Out my Solopreneur Journey (And Why You Might Need One, Too)

After a major life change fell through, I turned to solopreneurship as away to create more freedom and flexibility in my career. Taking time off gave me the space to focus, build momentum, and rediscover the creative side of being a technical founder. It was a reminder that with clarity and consistent effort, it’s possible to chart your own path.

Startups

  1. ArtsyPetzFounder

    Custom pet portraits without the headaches, available as wall art, clothing, mugs, bags, and more.

  2. In ProgressFounder

    An insanely easy way grow your social media presence.

  3. In ProgressFounder

    Simplify making plans to hang out with friends and loved ones.