User:Bobsd

I am now, finally, 'retired ...congrats to me! June 4, 2021'

Professional Interests
Software Engineering, Internet and Networking

I have been messing around with computers since the late 60's.

My high school had a computer club with a telex connected to a mainframe at IIT ... and a whole lot of punched tape.

My first 15 years as a software engineer (formerly known as a "Programmer") was devoted to developing accounting and crop management software for the agricultural industry. I then spent 20 years in the telecommunications sector developing DOCSIS cable modems and termination systems. I was an early contributor to the DOCSIS specs, and have patents in the field.

My last 5 years was spent as a Software Quality Engineer at an Aeronautical Engineering firm.

Personal Interests
Music and Art
 * I play the pipe organ and piano
 * I have been known to torture the clarinet and french horn, and most recently the contrabass
 * I support community based music organizations
 * Music Composition