My name is Tyler Hogarth, technology professional and I’ve worked as a graphic designer, video editor, software engineer and engineering manager.

When I was 16 I learned how to use the Adobe design suite and shortly after I started Purple Shoe, the name I’ve worked under for years. I did freelance graphic design but yearned for more, so I learned how to use the Adobe video suite and added video editing to my portfolio and the list of services I offered. At 20, I found myself wanting to do more so I decided to pick up software development.

My design background gave me an edge in the apps that I developed but more than that, it got me to think and feel creatively. Moving into software development forced me to think analytically, to solve problems objectively. Being a manager has shown me how important culture and teamwork really are.

I have started and successfully failed multiple companies, projects, and hustles and I am convinced my tombstone will read:

“Here lies Tyler Hogarth, who had more grit than talent.”

I am obsessive in my pursuit to conquor bordom and complacancy so I tend to fill my days, evenings and weekends with work and study of some kind. Because of this, my experience is wide and my interests wider still.

Through this blog I hope to document these subjects simply,for myself and others who might be curious about them.