My superpowers
UI/UX design
I design intuitive interfaces that enhance user experience and engagement
Web Apps
I implement user-friendly apps and composite solutions tailored to client needs
Data Analytics
I create impactful visuals that tell compelling stories and make big data easy to digest
Writing
I share insights in clearly crafted, engaging content that connects with audiences and drives results
Bio
I’m an IT Systems Engineer at Teleflora, where I build automations with tools like PowerShell and Power Automate, model data with Power BI, and support integrations with cloud services ranging from advertising to telephony.
I am also honored to have received the Microsoft Global MVP and Windows Insider MVP awards consecutively from 2010-2023. I enjoy helping others leverage technology, regularly volunteering on tech support sites and engaging with the community on social media. I’m passionate about user experience and am always eager to share my knowledge and insights with others. Read more →
Fresh Posts
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Replacing a Table Top Game Timer (by Asking AI Nicely)
Here’s a fun little use of AI. On a recent weekend tabletop game session, we discovered the batteries stored with our copy of Last Word had corroded. Idea: could I build a timer app faster than our hosts could find their stash of AAA batteries?
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Watermarkr now in Google Play Store
My simple bulk image watermarking app, Watermarkr, has been approved and is now available in the Google Play Store.
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Voice Typing on Windows
Today’s entire tip fits in the preview: use Windows Logo+H to start voice typing on your PC.
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Test my Watermarking app
Hey blogosphere! I need some volunteers to help test my new app in the Google Play store.
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A Faster Way to Get Data from SharePoint Lists in Power Query
The default method Power Query uses to retrieve SharePoint Lists records is unbearably slow. Here’s a better way to retrieve many records from a SharePoint list in a flash for faster data loads.
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Schedule or Repeat Power Automate Desktop Flows with Windows Task Scheduler
Power Automate can use scheduled cloud flows to launch desktop automations. But what if you want to trigger the desktop flow locally? Here’s how to schedule or setup recurring Automate Desktop Flows with Windows Task Scheduler.
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Simple CSV Parsing in Power Automate Cloud Flows
Even with a wide breadth of shared knowledge online, it can be surprisingly difficult to handle CSV files in Power Automate without costly premium services. Here’s how I managed to get it done with in-the-box tools.
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Twinkle Tray Adds Per-Display Brightness to Windows
Twinkle Tray is so delightful it requires sharing. This free app adds an icon to your tray to easily adjust brightness in a way almost identical to adjusting volume. You can even just hover over the icon and scroll.
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Automating a Manual Order Fulfillment Task
This flow watches for particular emails to arrive, then makes decisions about details inside the attachments, logs certain aspects to a spreadsheet and emailing a supplier.
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16 Secret Shift Key Tricks
Unlock the Power of Your Shift Key: From saving all documents at once to booting from USB on-demand, discover what the humble Shift key can do.
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Portfolio highlights
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Custom OS Blueprint Wallpapers
Wallpapers that look like blueprint schematics for the OS desktop area. Read more →
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HazWX
The HazWx project is one of the most fulfilling projects I’ve ever had the honor of being a part of, the feeling of building something great from the ground up with a small dedicated, passionate team was unlike any other. Read more →
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WCC
Designed out of house and representing some of the last vestiges of web 1.0, this site still showcases great use of style sheets and functionality under constraints. Read more →
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Lose To Serve OKC
LoseToServe.org was an Oklahoma City event where participants lose weight to give back to the community. Winners’ prizes included a full scholarship to Mid America Christian University and a complete home to give to a deserving family. Read more →
