About

I'm Colin Kenny, a full-stack developer who builds systems that solve real problems—whether that's automating tedious workflows, organizing complex data, or creating tools that make technical work more efficient. I approach engineering with intent: understanding the problem deeply before writing code, prioritizing clarity and maintainability, and focusing on what actually matters.

Most of my work involves backend architecture, automation tooling, and building interfaces for technical users. I'm drawn to projects where the challenge is in the system design—how components interact, how data flows, and how to build something that scales without becoming fragile or overcomplicated.

How I Build

  • Understand the problem before writing a single line of code
  • Prioritize clarity and maintainability over clever abstractions
  • Build for the 80% case, not every edge case imaginable
  • Document decisions, not just implementations
  • Ship working software, then iterate based on real usage

What I Focus On

Tooling & Automation

Building CLI tools, scripts, and frameworks that eliminate repetitive work. Making complex processes accessible through intuitive interfaces.

System Design

Architecting scalable backend systems, data pipelines, and APIs. Balancing flexibility with constraints, designing for maintainability.

Technical Interfaces

Designing UIs for developers and power users. Dashboards, control panels, and configuration tools that expose complexity without overwhelming.

Data & Media Systems

Organizing, indexing, and processing large datasets. Metadata extraction, cataloging, and building infrastructure for long-term digital archival.

Performance & Reliability

Optimizing slow systems, debugging edge cases, and building resilient infrastructure. Making things fast and ensuring they stay working.

I'm open to remote roles, contract work, and interesting collaborations. If you're building something technically challenging and need someone who thinks deeply about systems, let's talk.

Find my work on GitHub or connect with me on LinkedIn.