Like the mountain in the picture above, I see the world of technology as something to explore, challenge, and appreciate. New and evolving technologies invite us to climb higher, but without preparation and understanding, the journey can quickly become difficult and unforgiving.
In software and cloud projects, success is rarely about adopting the latest trend alone. It requires careful preparation, continuous learning, and attention to detail. The small things, often overlooked, are often the ones that determine whether a solution is robust, scalable, and secure.
My name is Perry, and I am an architect and engineer based in Switzerland. Since the 1990s, I have worked on large-scale IT initiatives across industries including banking, pharmaceuticals, water management, and government. I started my career as a Borland Delphi developer in a start-up in the Netherlands and evolved over time into roles spanning software, solution, and enterprise architecture, while always staying close to implementation.
Today, my work sits at the intersection of architecture and engineering. I design systems, guide technology decisions, and remain actively involved in building and programming solutions. My focus areas include cloud platforms, distributed systems, Kubernetes, and modern software architecture, with experience across global hyperscalers as well as European and sovereign cloud providers, always balancing factors such as compliance, data sovereignty, vendor lock-in, and long-term architectural sustainability.
Technology has always been more than just a profession for me, it is a genuine passion. I remain curious and engaged with the constant evolution of our field, from foundational infrastructure to emerging areas like AI and new computing paradigms.
With this blog, I share insights, experiences, and lessons learned from working across software engineering and architecture. My goal is to give back to the community, offer practical perspectives, and help others navigate the complexity of modern technology.
