kevin_kraemer

about_me

from_finance_to_code

I’m a full-stack developer, but my journey started in finance. Endless spreadsheets and fragile processes frustrated me, so I began searching for better tools. That curiosity pulled me into programming.

At university, I discovered Python and learned how small scripts could create outsized impact, turning repetitive work into elegant automation.

what_i_work_on

I’m part of a small team building a free web app that helps startups and small companies navigate intellectual property, taking full ownership across the stack by designing backend services and crafting frontend interfaces that can grow and evolve reliably.

I enjoy shipping features, iterating fast, and sharing laughs while we experiment, break things, and improve together.

my_philosophy

My approach is simple: build, refine, repeat. Like in behavioral finance, progress comes from experimenting, learning, and adapting, not perfect upfront planning.

I’m fascinated by fractals, patterns found in nature and finance alike. They taught me how simple, repeatable systems can manage complexity at scale, a mindset I now bring to software design.

beyond_code

Outside of work, I’m curious, easygoing, and always learning. You’ll often find me on my bike, riding pavement or gravel, or exploring new places and good food. I tackle challenges methodically, whether coding, problem-solving, or exploring new ideas. One day, I plan to create something entirely my own and embrace the challenge of going fully independent.

tech & tools i love

The tools I choose reflect how I like to work: pragmatic, iterative, and mindful of complexity. I’m drawn to declarative and functional approaches because they encourage clear thinking, composability, and maintainable systems.

building_and_designing

I primarily use C# for backend services and TypeScript for frontend work, balancing structure with flexibility to build maintainable, real-world systems. At work, I experiment with Golang for smaller services and I’m excited to explore Gleam to dive deeper into functional programming.

crafting_interfaces

For frontend, I rely on React, which fits how I think about composition and evolving interfaces. I pair it with Tailwind CSS to keep UI consistent and scalable as projects grow.

I’m exploring SolidJS to understand declarative programming, fine-grained reactivity, and signals, the approach I find most effective for building responsive interfaces.

running_and_deploying

On the backend, I focus on building services that are clear, reliable, and maintainable using .NET. I work with PostgreSQL for structured data and MongoDB when flexibility matters more than strict schemas.

Deployment and infrastructure rely on Docker, Terraform, and Azure, aiming for setups that are reproducible, clear, and adaptable. I work hands-on with production systems on Kubernetes, where stability and observability are priorities.

collaborating_and_shipping

I manage code with Git and GitHub, keeping workflows clear and releases predictable. My main editors are JetBrains Rider and VS Code. I am looking at Zed as a lightweight alternative for quick edits or experiments.