Once upon a time, there was a journey that wasn't entirely linear

From discovering Logo on a MO5 to my first nights spent calculating fractals on a Mac SE, my story with computers began early—and has never truly left me. From discovering Logo on a MO5 to my first nights spent calculating fractals on a Mac SE, my story with computers began early—and has never truly left me. Over the years, I’ve explored several worlds: the web, video games, mobile, education, and even a fascinating detour into market gardening. Each step, each experience, each turning point has enriched my way of working and teaching. Today, I recount this journey as a series of chapters—each a story that has shaped the developer and trainer I am today.

1977

Once upon a time...

Once upon a time, there was a young boy whose father, a mathematics teacher, introduced him to a fascinating world: the world of computers. That boy was me. It all started on a MO5, with the Logo programming language and its famous turtle that drew figures on the screen. This obedient little arrow opened up a new world before me: one where logical thinking becomes visible. With my father, I then discovered fractal calculations on a Mac SE—a computer that sometimes ran all night to calculate the mathematical beauty of these infinite shapes. Then, one day, he gave me Turbo Pascal 7. It was a turning point. For the first time, I wasn't just copying BASIC listings: I was creating my own programs. That's when I understood that I wanted to make computer science my career: designing, experimenting, learning, understanding.

1996

Start coding player one

This curiosity naturally led me to study computer science. After completing a two-year technical degree in Computer Science in Toulouse-Blagnac, I headed to Paris to land my first job as a web developer. I joined Data Technologies, where I developed web applications for nursing homes. At that time, the internet was still in its infancy, and we made do with what we had: server administration, connection management, and sometimes even a bit of digital tinkering. The company was then migrating its tools to three-party accounting, a complex but fascinating project. Then, suddenly, the dot-com bubble burst, leaving behind a taste of experience and lessons learned. In parallel, I continued to nurture my passion. In my free time, I developed modules for Neverwinter Nights using its built-in scripting language, creating quests, game mechanics, and interactive worlds. I also participated in setting up PHP-BB forums—a classic for those who remember them—and even hosted game servers, back when every line of configuration mattered. Then, one day, it was time to embark on new adventures, heading to Belgium to write a new chapter in my professional story.

2004

Een beer alsjeblieft

I went to Belgium so often that I eventually settled there. There, I embarked on a new professional adventure as a freelancer for a company called Ella, whose mission was to put language lessons online. I was working in Java, a demanding but stimulating language, and I discovered the pleasure of building useful and accessible tools. Later, I worked as a help desk technician for internet service providers, delving into the intricacies of networking and user support. It was another facet of the digital world: that of human contact, listening, and immediate troubleshooting. Building on these experiences, I decided to become self-employed and create my own company: Click Web Agency. There, I offered website creation for individuals and personalized training, already combining technical skills and pedagogy—two dimensions that would define the rest of my career. A few years later, I felt the need to refresh my skills and specialize in modern development. In 2010, I took a C# course at Technifutur, a pivotal moment where I solidified my foundations in object-oriented programming. But fate sometimes takes unexpected turns: shortly after, I joined Babyzoom, a social network for young parents, where I worked for over a year using PHP. This experience reminded me that, regardless of the technology, what matters most is creating connections—between ideas, tools, and people.

2015

Midlife crisis?

At the end of 2015, a period of self-reflection began. After years in the digital world, I felt the need to reconnect with something more tangible, more vibrant. I became interested in market gardening and embarked on a journey of discovery into the agricultural sector. I started this exploration in Belgium, completing several internships to understand how the land works, the seasons, the soil, and the rhythms of life. But I quickly realized that I lacked proper, structured training, and this prompted me to return to France at the end of 2016. It was a significant change, almost an unexpected turning point, but one rich in lessons. This interlude instilled in me a deep admiration for the agricultural world, for its rigor, patience, and humanity. Yet, I recognized that it wasn't the path for me. Knowing when to continue and when to stop is also a form of clear-sightedness. So, strengthened by this experience, I understood that it was time to return to my first love: computer science, the field where I feel most at home, between logic, creativity and transmission.

2018

Back to the origins

To get back into the swing of development, I decided to take the Mobile Solutions Designer/Developer course at the Châteauroux Chamber of Commerce and Industry (CCI). This course was a real turning point: I rediscovered the joy of coding, the energy of teamwork, and the creativity of real-world projects. It was also during this time that I participated in the Châteauroux Start-Up Weekend. An intense experience, where our team won the competition with an app called Family, designed to help find lost children. Fueled by this momentum, we tried to turn this victory into a real startup. Unfortunately, the project didn't take off—they say you always fail the first time—but this adventure sowed the seeds for something else. From this experience, Takotek was born, a young company specializing in mobile application development. I led the complete development of an application for managing parking space rentals, a project that allowed me to combine technical skills, autonomy, and innovation. Then, while searching for a job, an unexpected offer appeared: a permanent contract as a trainer. A position that came at just the right time—both in line with my aspirations to teach and with my personal projects, such as buying my own house. A new chapter was beginning, filled with teaching, sharing, and fulfillment.

2025

Nowdays

Today, after more than 13 years of experience, I consider myself a web craftsman. I am proficient in both front-end development (HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Symfony) and back-end development (PHP, SQL, REST APIs), while also exploring mobile development (Flutter, Swift, C#) and DevOps (Git, Docker, CI/CD). I practice Agile methodologies and Test-Driven Development, but beyond methodologies, I place essential importance on the human element: listening, clarity, and collaboration. I would describe myself as patient, a good teacher, autonomous, and open-minded. My pleasure lies as much in solving a complex problem as in the moment when a learner finally grasps a concept they thought was beyond their grasp.