Welcome to Stack Drift: Notes from the Cloud and Beyond

In the world of software engineering, drift is inevitable. Codebases evolve, architectures shift, and what was once a clean diagram becomes a living, breathing system shaped by real-world constraints. As a software engineering director, I’ve spent years navigating that drift — not resisting it, but learning to steer through it with intention.

This blog is my space to share what I’ve learned (and what I’m still learning) about building resilient systems, leading engineering teams, and architecting for scale in the cloud. Whether you’re a developer, architect, or tech leader, my goal is to offer insights that are both practical and thought-provoking.

What You’ll Find Here

Tech Notes: Deep dives into software development practices, from scripting workflows to debugging distributed systems.
Architecture Diaries: Lessons from designing cloud-native platforms, balancing trade-offs, and scaling with purpose.
Leadership Signals: Reflections on engineering culture, decision-making, and the human side of tech.
Automation & Tooling: Scripts, patterns, and workflows that save time and reduce friction — especially in media processing and file management.

Why “Stack Drift”?

Because the stack is never static. Technologies change, teams grow, and the best solutions are often the ones that adapt. This blog isn’t about chasing trends — it’s about understanding the forces behind them and building systems that last.

Thanks for stopping by. Whether you’re here to learn, challenge ideas, or just explore, I’m glad you’re part of the journey.

Let’s drift — intentionally.