{"id":10,"date":"2021-03-05T23:13:13","date_gmt":"2021-03-05T23:13:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/paulsilva.com.au\/?page_id=10"},"modified":"2025-03-27T13:20:30","modified_gmt":"2025-03-27T13:20:30","slug":"about","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/paulsilva.com.au\/index.php\/about\/","title":{"rendered":"About Me"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"alignfull wp-block-ugb-header ugb-header ugb-cdcd592 ugb-header ugb-header--v3 ugb-header--design-plain ugb--restrict-content-width ugb-main-block ugb--has-custom-content-width ugb--has-custom-content-width-tablet ugb--has-custom-content-width-mobile ugb-main-block--inner-full ugb--has-block-background ugb--has-background-overlay\"><style>.ugb-cdcd592 .ugb-header__title{color:#ffffff;text-align:left !important}.ugb-cdcd592 .ugb-header__subtitle{color:#ffffff}.ugb-cdcd592 .ugb-inner-block{text-align:left}.ugb-cdcd592.ugb-header{justify-content:flex-start;background-image:url(https:\/\/d3gt1urn7320t9.cloudfront.net\/library\/block-header-lume-header\/block-background-background-media-url.jpg)}.ugb-cdcd592.ugb-header > .ugb-inner-block{max-width:70% !important}.ugb-cdcd592.ugb-header:before{opacity:0.5}@media screen and (max-width:1025px){.ugb-cdcd592 .ugb-header__title{font-size:60px !important}.ugb-cdcd592.ugb-header{justify-content:flex-start}.ugb-cdcd592.ugb-header > .ugb-inner-block{max-width:75% !important}}@media screen and (max-width:768px){.ugb-cdcd592 .ugb-header__title{font-size:50px !important}.ugb-cdcd592.ugb-header{padding-right:0% !important;padding-left:0% !important;justify-content:flex-start}.ugb-cdcd592.ugb-header > .ugb-inner-block{max-width:90% !important}}<\/style><div class=\"ugb-inner-block ugb-inner-block--full\"><div class=\"ugb-block-content\"><div class=\"ugb-header__item\"><div class=\"ugb-content-wrapper\"><h1 class=\"ugb-header__title\">About Me<\/h1><p class=\"ugb-header__subtitle\">Gadgets, photos and computers.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>My journey into the world of computing and digital creativity began at the age of five, when our family got their first game console\u2014a <strong>Sega Master System<\/strong>\u2014 and my first taste of computing with dad&#8217;s work computer, an Intel 80286, oh the power of the 12.5mhz processor. From that moment, I was hooked. The thrill of interacting with technology, whether through gaming, coding, or digital art, set the foundation for a lifelong passion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Over the years, I\u2019ve explored the ever-evolving landscape of computing, from early DOS systems to modern frameworks, always appreciating the blend of logic and creativity that technology enables. Programming, for me, has never been just about writing code\u2014it\u2019s been a tool to bring ideas to life, streamline workflows, and enhance user experiences.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With a deep appreciation for digital art, computing, and UX, I\u2019ve spent my career bridging the gap between functionality and creativity. Whether building tools, designing intuitive interfaces, or simply experimenting with new tech, my goal has always been to make technology more accessible, engaging, and inspiring.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Today, I continue to explore and innovate, always driven by the same curiosity that started with that Sega Master System and a 286 all those years ago. And yes, I still sneak in a game of Counter-Strike or Rocket League here and there.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>About Me Gadgets, photos and computers. My journey into the world of computing and digital creativity began at the age of five, when our family got their first game console\u2014a Sega Master System\u2014 and my first taste of computing with dad&#8217;s work computer, an Intel 80286, oh the power of the 12.5mhz processor. 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