Who am I?

I’m Todd Taylor, an engineer at heart and by training. My journey began in electrical engineering, but my passion for problem-solving and technology soon led me into the world of software. Over the past 25+ years, I’ve built a career grounded in curiosity, hard work, and a relentless drive to learn.

My experience spans computer support, PC hardware, networking, and the full spectrum of software development—from client and server applications to embedded systems. I thrive on tackling complex challenges and enjoy designing solutions that blend hardware and software in innovative ways.

I believe in staying open-minded, questioning assumptions, and embracing new ideas. Whether I’m exploring the latest tech trends or diving deep into a new project, I’m always eager to expand my horizons and help others do the same.

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Interests

I’m passionate about designing robust software architectures and building innovative solutions across the technology stack. My interests span virtualization and containerization, enabling scalable and efficient deployments.

I’m fascinated by computer vision, artificial intelligence, and deep learning—exploring how machines can interpret and learn from the world. I enjoy working with image processing, embedded systems, and IoT, blending hardware and software to create smart, connected devices.

Beyond engineering, I’m an avid fan of electronics, Star Trek, science fiction, and gaming—always inspired by the intersection of imagination and technology.

Work Focus

My current focus is on modernizing legacy applications and designing new solutions that leverage the power of cloud-native technologies. I specialize in migrating existing workloads to Azure, transforming traditional applications into scalable, maintainable, and secure containerized services.

I also architect and develop new applications designed from the ground up to run as Azure Container Apps, taking full advantage of DevOps pipelines, automated deployments, and cloud scalability. This approach ensures rapid delivery, high availability, and seamless integration with the broader Azure ecosystem.

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Project Highlights

Weather Image Projection Software

Employer: AccuWeather, Inc.

I developed a real-time radar and satellite image processing system using DirectX and Shaders, enabling meteorologists to visualize complex weather data with greater clarity and speed for broadcast environments.

Software for Television Weather Broadcasting

Employer: AccuWeather, Inc.

I helped build two generations of weather broadcasting software, delivering real-time graphics and data to millions. My work focused on graphics programming, data integration, and intuitive user interfaces.

Voice Command Interface

I created a custom voice command app for Windows, blending speech recognition and automation. Users can control applications with phrases like “Shields up!”—bringing a touch of sci-fi to everyday computing.

Embedded Audio Announcement Software

Employer: Avail Technologies, Inc.

I designed embedded software for transit vehicles that plays announcements and displays synchronized messages, automatically adjusting audio for ambient noise to ensure clear passenger communication.