I'm Patrick Engelkes - living in Munster and digitizing the banking world

Welcome! I'm thrilled to introduce myself to you, and hopefully provide some insight into the world of programming and artificial intelligence, specifically through the lens of ChatGPT.

Based in the city of Munster, Germany, at 32 years of age, you'll find a tech enthusiast who balances a passion for sports with a career in the technological world. Freeletics and soccer fill up the free time when code isn't occupying my mind. A past active role in Rotaract has shaped a community-oriented perspective that helps me thrive in any private and professional context.

My journey into the world of programming started at the age of 13, when I began automating Windows and Excel tasks. My curiosity drove me to an apprenticeship at DEOS where I not only honed my skills in Java, but also wrote an application to monitor the energy consumption of large buildings – marrying my interest in technology with sustainability.

Over the years, my fascination with programming led me to finstreet in 2018. Here, I began as an IT consultant, and later specialized in Frontend React Development with TypeScript. At finstreet I had the possibility to jump into different roles, from leading a Frontend team over building the DevOps department to an Architect role. Recently, I've turned my attention to LLMs (Large Language Models) and their intriguing, diverse use cases. My journey through the tech landscape hasn't been a solitary one. I have a passion for teaching, which I've expressed since my school days, where I tutored my peers and taught children 10-finger typing. At finstreet, I've created extensive learning material for React, and had the privilege of guiding several colleagues on their path to mastering the technology.

Now, I'm keen to extend this passion to a wider audience through my blog. My goal is to help people understand the benefits of ChatGPT and how it can be harnessed to improve everyday life. Technology is a tool, and like all tools, it's most effective when understood and used correctly. I'm here to help make that a reality for as many people as possible. So, whether you're a tech enthusiast or simply curious, I invite you to join me on this exciting journey. Let's explore, learn, and grow together. Welcome aboard!