My journey with computers began in the 1980s, when I started programming on VIC-20 and Commodore 64. Since then, computers and technology have never stopped fascinating me. I began working professionally in IT in the mid-1990s, and over the years I have designed and built a wide range of systems based on Microsoft technologies.

I work as a Lead Cloud Architect based in Helsinki, Finland, focusing on the design and implementation of systems that leverage Microsoft’s cloud platforms, especially Azure and Microsoft 365. My expertise lies in creating secure, scalable, and maintainable solutions that combine architecture, automation, and modern development practices to turn complex requirements into elegant, working systems.

At Integrata Oy, I build cloud systems that support our payroll and HR services. My work centers on designing and developing solutions that make use of the capabilities of Microsoft Azure and Microsoft 365 to enhance and automate our processes. What drives me most is the technology itself: understanding how cloud platforms can simplify, connect, and elevate the way organizations use information. I enjoy bridging the gap between technical architecture and real-world needs, ensuring that what we build is both effective and sustainable.

In 2021, I founded Denomica Oy, a company where I help customers take full advantage of Microsoft cloud services. Through Denomica, I provide consulting and development services that turn ideas into practical and powerful cloud-based solutions. It allows me to explore new technologies, experiment with automation and AI, and help others innovate using the same tools I’m passionate about.

Cloud services, especially AI, have transformed what is possible. Tasks that once required complex infrastructure and a ton of code can now be achieved with just a few lines or a few clicks. I believe platforms like Microsoft Azure offer incredible opportunities not only for enterprises but also for individuals looking to innovate affordably and effectively.

Over the years, I have had the privilege of working in several great companies. I started my IT career in the mid-1990s at Visual Systems as employee number seven. The company grew rapidly to over 200 employees and was eventually acquired by Tieto (then TietoEnator) in 2000. I stayed at Tieto until 2010, after which I joined Sininen Meteoriitti for a year before co-founding a small consulting firm called Develore. In 2017, I returned to Sininen Meteoriitti, which later sold its consulting business to Valtti Kumppanit in 2020. In 2021, I founded Denomica Oy, and in November that same year, I joined Integrata to lead the development of a new generation of Azure-based systems. It is a role that continues to challenge and inspire me.

It is not that IT is the only field I have worked in. Earlier in my career, I also gained experience in the retail, energy production, and industrial construction industries. That hands-on understanding of how different sectors operate gives me valuable insight into how technology can best serve the people working in them.

Outside work, I contribute to open-source projects on GitHub and write about technology, architecture, and the cloud on this blog. If you would like to discuss Azure, Microsoft 365, or system design in general, feel free to reach out.