by Clay Smith • 2 min read

About Clay Smith

I'm a software engineer with a passion for building reliable, performant systems and exploring the intersection of technology and human experience.

Professional Background

With over a decade in software development, I've worked across the full stack - from low-level systems programming to modern web applications. My experience spans:

  • Backend Systems - Designing scalable APIs and distributed architectures
  • Infrastructure - Container orchestration, CI/CD, and cloud platforms
  • Frontend Development - Modern web frameworks and performance optimization
  • Developer Tooling - Building tools that make teams more productive

Current Interests

I'm particularly excited about:

  • Rust and Systems Programming - The future of safe, fast software
  • Static Site Generation - Simple, fast, maintainable web experiences
  • Developer Experience - Tools and workflows that reduce friction
  • Open Source - Contributing to projects that benefit the community

Writing & Sharing

Through this blog, I share insights about:

  • Software engineering practices and patterns
  • Technology trends and tool evaluations
  • Project showcases and technical deep-dives
  • Productivity workflows and development setups

Get In Touch

You can find me on:

I'm always interested in connecting with fellow developers, discussing technology, or collaborating on interesting projects.

This Site

This website is built with Zola, a fast static site generator written in Rust. The design combines a retro terminal aesthetic on the main page with clean, readable typography for blog content.

The source code is available on GitHub if you're interested in how it's built or want to use it as a starting point for your own site.