I‘m Kevin Porten. I live in Trier, Germany, where I build software for the web.

As a software engineer at ETECTURE, I design and develop complex cloud systems and distributed architectures. I work across cloud platforms like AWS and Azure, building with TypeScript, Node.js, React, and Bun. I handle every part of the development cycle — from analyzing requirements and designing architecture to implementing solutions and consulting with clients.

My journey in software development started over 15 years ago with terminal applications. Over time, I wanted to build something where users from around the world could interact. That‘s what drew me to web development. Since then, I‘ve worked as a trainee, later as a software developer at an agency, and led a team at a startup.

I‘m particularly passionate about the intersection of UI/UX and architecture patterns. I believe great software isn‘t just about clean code — it‘s about understanding complex requirements, designing systems that scale, and creating experiences that delight users. Whether I‘m building distributed systems or crafting intuitive interfaces, my approach remains the same: create something I can be proud of, something that‘s built to last and ready for the future.

Beyond my professional work, I‘m an active contributor to the open source community. I maintain Blueprint, a modern template for web applications, and constantly explore new technologies through side projects. For me, learning never stops—each project is an opportunity to push boundaries and stay at the cutting edge of web development.