whoami

I’m Arttu - a developer from Finland with a background in computer science and eCommerce development. This page is a more personal look at what I do outside of work and what keeps me curious. While my Experience page covers the professional side - this one's about the hobbies, interests, and values that shape how I think and work.


Hobbies & Interests

Some would say I collect hobbies, but I like to think that I just enjoy a lot of different things.

Latest one is DJ'ing - I started it in March 2025. Still very much in the beginner zone, but I've already fallen into the world of spinning decks. It's an excellent way to spend time: you constantly bump into good music, connect with like-minded people and it is relaxing to just concentrate on the music.

I've also picked up running after many, many years of pause. Slowly trying to get back into the shape in which I was 10 years ago.

In summer I like to go magnet fishing. Low effort, weirdly satisfying. Feels like a treasure hunt, especially fun with friends.

I read a lot too: mostly biographies, tech history, and the occasional strange or esoteric topic. When it comes to movies and tv-shows , it's usually sci-fi, thrillers, horror, or anime.

Then there's hiking, puzzles, playing guitar — the list goes on. I won't pretend I do them all regularly, but they're all there from time to time.

Arttu as a santa

Tech & Tinkering

I started coding early as a youngster — when websites still used table layouts and blinking text. First projects were in pure HTML and CSS, and I built small games with CoolBasic. None of them survived. I kind of wish they did.

I'm into tech history: things like “why VHS beat Betamax” or “what killed Symbian”. I think those stories tell a lot about how humans, systems and decisions mix together.

I've messed around with different OSes, run a home Linux server, and started countless side projects. Many based on a joke. Most unfinished. Fun while they lasted. Some of the ones that were completed can be found from my projects.

Arttu as an elf

What I Value

I like figuring things out - in tech, people, systems, stories. I enjoy weird ideas and learning by doing, after getting just enough background to jump in.

I often find myself questioning things - not just how something should be done, but why we're doing it in the first place. Sometimes the real improvement comes from asking whether something needs to be done at all. It helps understand the bigger picture.

I admire people who are genuinely into things. Doesn't matter what: sports, insects, obscure programming languages. The weirder the better. Passion is cool.

I respect people who treat others as people - regardless of title, role, or status. Staying grounded and human matters, both in everyday life and professional setting.

And lastly, I like good vibes and try to make everyday situation more fun - as you can see from these pictures I made my little sister take of me in a toy store.

Arttu as a reindeer

If any of this feels familiar, you'll probably enjoy my blog.