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From OC to the PNW

After a rewarding contracting role ended due to budget cuts and automation, the author embraces a refreshing pause in life. Grateful for support from colleagues during a major relocation, they prioritize health and family while exploring alternative career paths. With optimism, they look forward to

John Carroll Jul 31, 2026 2 min read

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Call me, IrvineGeek

After leaving DealerSocket, I focused on spending more time with family and friends as well as integrating healthier eating and

John Carroll Jul 22, 2019 1 min read

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Time for a new challenge

I'm not exactly sure what that next challenge will entail, but I am sure that whatever I finally decide on it will be something that challenges and excites me!

John Carroll Feb 22, 2019 1 min read

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I am... Automotive

So, after taking some much needed time to spend time with family and friends, I kicked off my job search

John Carroll Feb 15, 2015 1 min read

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Time to find what I love

Lately I have been putting a lot of thought into a quote from Steve Jobs' 2005 commencement address at

John Carroll May 31, 2014 1 min read

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Filling the void

A little insight into the project that has consumed all of my spare time since my last posting over a year and a half ago.

John Carroll Jun 15, 2011 1 min read

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Heading back to 2Advanced

After taking a working sabbatical to recharge my creative energies and renew my hands-on experience with current web technologies, I am happy to announce my return to 2Advanced Studios!

John Carroll Jan 01, 2010 1 min read