About Me
I'm the builder behind Bitcoin Node Builder. I like practical tools, sturdy systems, and teaching others how to own their money infrastructure.
What I do
I publish straightforward guides for running Bitcoin full nodes (and Lightning) on budget hardware like Raspberry Pi. My flagship nodes are My Iron Pig (Umbrel, BTCPay) and The Coffee Can (Raspibolt).
Background
- 25+ years across ski resort lift operations management, youth leadership and public service.
- Hands-on roles: Computer & Engineering Technician, Dispatcher, 3D Print Tech, Software Programmer, and Design Drafter.
- Comfortable troubleshooting hardware/software and writing documentation ordinary people can follow.
Why “Bitcoin Node Builder”?
I believe self-hosting is a superpower. Running your own node turns Bitcoin from an app into your infrastructure. My goal is to make that attainable and friendly, with a bias for reliability and low cost.
Contact
Questions or ideas you want covered? Open an issue on GitHub, or ping me via Substack comments. If my guides helped you, you can support the project below — thank you!