This blog is my journey exploring technology, theology, and creativity, where I talk about religion in the digital age, trends in UI/UX, collaboration tools, and storytelling.
A collection of Swiss Folklore stories I am translating and posting here. I am using computer tools to do the translation work, so everything might not be 100% accurate.
Detailed lore, stats, and vivid descriptions of mythical and game creatures. Enhance your adventures and campaigns with rich information on various beasts.
Thoughts, ideas, and reflections on books that ignite the imagination and inspire great thoughts. Explore a variety of genres and authors.
Essays, tips, and strategies on effective communication in our age. Learn how to foster meaningful connections and enhance your interactions.
Advice, insights, and guides on utilizing computers for gaming, writing, and other creative endeavors. Discover new tools and techniques for your projects.
Exploring Dungeon Crawl Classics with detailed guides, game tips, and unique adventures. Delve into a world of old-school role-playing with fresh perspectives.
Comprehensive resources, stories, and guides for mastering Dungeons & Dragons campaigns. From beginner tips to advanced strategies, find everything you need.
Guides, adventures, and tips for navigating the intriguing world of Gamma World. Explore post-apocalyptic scenarios and bring your role-playing to new heights.
Explorations, adventures, and guides using the versatile GURPS system. Learn how to create dynamic and flexible campaigns that can fit any setting.
Intricate and detailed maps for various games and adventures. Use these visual aids to enhance your campaigns and guide your journeys with precision.
Articles, guides, and in-depth explorations of Tolkien's Middle-earth. Immerse yourself in the lore, characters, and landscapes of this beloved fantasy world.
Insights, tips, and guides on mobile gaming and effective communication on the go. Stay connected and entertained wherever you are.
Information, strategies, and detailed descriptions of various monsters found in role-playing games. Learn how to tackle these creatures in your campaigns.
Reviews, discussions, and reflections on films that spark imagination and offer rich storytelling. Explore a variety of genres and discover new favorites.
Guides and explorations for thrilling adventures in the world of Mutant Crawl Classics. Delve into post-apocalyptic scenarios and enhance your gameplay.
Personal essays, musings, and reflections on a variety of topics. Gain unique perspectives and insights from thoughtful commentary and analysis.
Personal essays and creative pieces that offer a glimpse into the writer's mind and heart. Explore intimate stories, reflections, and imaginative works.
In-depth discussions and essays on philosophical topics, encouraging deep thought and contemplation. Engage with ideas that challenge and inspire.
A curated collection of meaningful quotes and sayings to inspire, motivate, and provoke thought. Draw wisdom from the words of great minds.
Discussions and explorations of various religious topics, beliefs, and practices. Delve into the spiritual aspects that shape cultures and individuals.
Reprints and discussions of classic writings, bringing timeless works to a new audience. Rediscover the enduring value of these literary gems.
Writings on current Role Playing Games, ranging from rough ideas to polished adventures. Discover insights, tips, and creative content to enhance your campaigns.
Articles, essays, and discussions delving into various scientific topics. Uncover new insights and explore the wonders of the natural and technological world.
Adventures, guides, and insights into the world of Shadowrun. Blend cyberpunk and magic in your campaigns with expert tips and engaging narratives.
Resources, guides, and tools for using The Märchen Engine to create captivating and immersive fantasy tales. Enhance your storytelling with this unique system.
As a Senior Enterprise Architect at Southern California Edison, I leverage over a decade of experience in guiding major stakeholders through complex tech landscapes, with past entrepreneurial successes including founding a prominent J.R.R. Tolkien community website and features in Wired Magazine, driven by a passion for pioneering futuristic technologies.
I am the Enterprise Technology Architect responsible for SCE's IT Product engineering and development strategies. I build and maintain SCE's strategy, technology roadmap, and platform management direction for over 500 products, leveraging multiple architectural models.
I oversaw the end-to-end management and governance of Solutions Engineering and Build processes, serving as a key advisor for process improvement and best practices. I focused on optimizing performance metrics, maintaining detailed process documentation, and implementing quality standards to achieve a more efficient and effective operation. I actively engaged with stakeholders and resolved process issues, while facilitating smooth communication for any changes in the Solutions Engineering and Build processes.
I served as the technical team lead and the single-point of contact for technical accountability on SCE's eCommerce channel, overseeing the project from concept through completion.
Served as a Senior Leader overseeing both SAP Portal and Web Development Teams at SCE, with a combined responsibility for more than 40 professionals in specialized domains.
I founded and spearheaded the operations for a leading website dedicated to J.R.R. Tolkien and the Lord of the Rings. During my time there, the site gained notable recognition in the media landscape.
Direct a multifaceted team overseeing market research, surveys, and call center operations targeting both customer and competitor landscapes. Act as a liaison between Quality and Sales divisions to enhance product reliability and accuracy. Conduct in-depth financial and demand forecasts, presenting key insights to executive leadership on a weekly basis. Champion continuous enhancements in reporting, survey administration, and call center efficiency, while also realizing cost savings. Articulate a forward-thinking vision for the technical services department and innovate new product offerings. Partner with the Director of Quality to prioritize customer satisfaction and product excellence. Engage daily with the founder and CEO while reporting to senior-level management.
From the comprehensive redesign of Southern California Edison's intranet and corporate websites to leading the innovative Edison SmartConnect project and creating unique digital applications like procedurally generated star constellations, I blend my expertise in web technologies and solution engineering to deliver projects that reshape our digital landscape.
Project summary for the Corporate Intranet Redesign, detailing the update to the old design with new branding, introduction of various templates, menuing systems, and the implementation of AJAX and RSS, emphasizing improvements in the employee directory and paging system.
Details of the Edison.com redesign project, highlighting the collaboration with Corporate Communications and Investor Relations, the goal to update branding, and the technical backend improvements.
An overview of the MyEdison.com corporate portal project, detailing the integration of internally facing websites, use of technology, and the developer's role.
A project overview of the corporate portal developed by Ted Tschopp using SAP Portal, Java, XHTMLB, and HTMLB.
Key team member in SCE's Edison SmartConnect Project, overseeing installation of 5M smart meters, enhancing grid efficiency, and reducing energy demand. Significantly contributed to environmental conservation and improved customer energy management.
Check the strength of your password based on mathematical models that take into account the latest hacking techniques!
An application that generates text using procedural methods.
An application I threw together to output a bunch of Procedurally generated star constellations.
An application of the Procedural Text Generation system to create a new game for you to play every hour.
This bot Uses Gary Gygax's DMG Appendix B Random Wilderness Terrain to create a simple TTRPG map that moves from one place to another passing through various biomes.
