My family relocated to Norway when I was a small kid, and there I was raised...

I got early interested in computers and other technical gadgets "flashy stuff".

Getting my first computer was one of the most the exciting experiences in my life, I soon realized, - 'THIS IS what I want to do when I grow up'

And so it was decided... The first programming language that I got somewhat good at was QBasic, it was really fun…
I was 9 years old.. my old laptop was running Windows 3.11 for Workgroups and MS-DOS (I miss those times...)
I started making my own small programs and games. However, I always dreamt of making something bigger.

In 2003 I discovered C# and the .NET Framework and since that, it has been my main development platform.

In 2006 I dropped out of college (I was 17 years old) and started working as a Software Developer in Oslo based (Software Scenario AS).
I got certified in various technologies,  and even was named Norway's youngest MCT and awarded with the 'Technet IT Hero' award by Microsoft Norway.

Despite what others were saying, I have never regretted what I did. I wanted to fulfill my childhood dream, and nothing could stop me.

In 2009 I met the most wonderful girl in the whole world and got married. :)

I'm currently working as a Software Developer for a Drammen based company Addovation.

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