Ben Sinclair
I've been a professional C, Perl, PHP and Python developer. I'm an ex-sysadmin from the late 20th century. These days I do more Javascript and CSS and whatnot, and promote UX and accessibility.
Education
Something something cybernetics
Pronouns
They/them
Work
Full-stack agency person
GitHub Repositories
Badges
Wisdom Whisperer
Rewarded for giving exceptionally helpful advice to new DEV members.
Mod Welcome Party
Rewarded to mods who leave 5+ thoughtful comments across new members’ posts during March 2024. This badge is only available to earn during the DEV Mod “Share the Love” Contest 2024.
24 Week Community Wellness Streak
You're a consistent community enthusiast! Keep up the good work by posting at least 2 comments per week for 24 straight weeks. The next badge you'll earn is the coveted 32!
Writing Debut
Awarded for writing and sharing your first DEV post! Continue sharing your work to earn the 4 Week Writing Streak Badge.
Top 7
Awarded for having at least one post featured in the weekly "must-reads" list at any point. 🙌
Icebreaker
This badge rewards those who regularly leave the first comment on other folks' posts, helping to "break the ice" and get discussions going.
Six Year Club
This badge celebrates the longevity of those who have been a registered member of the DEV Community for at least six years.
Tag Moderator 2022
Awarded for being a tag moderator in 2022.
Trusted Member 2022
Awarded for being a trusted member in 2022.
1 Week Community Wellness Streak
For actively engaging with the community by posting at least 2 comments in a single week.
Five Year Club
This badge celebrates the longevity of those who have been a registered member of the DEV Community for at least five years.
16 Week Community Wellness Streak
You're a dedicated community champion! Keep up the great work by posting at least 2 comments per week for 16 straight weeks. The prized 24-week badge is within reach!
Top Discussion of the Week
Awarded for starting a discussion that was featured in the "Discussion of the Week" series. 🙌
8 Week Community Wellness Streak
Consistency pays off! Be an active part of our community by posting at least 2 comments per week for 8 straight weeks. Earn the 16 Week Badge next.
4 Week Community Wellness Streak
Keep contributing to discussions by posting at least 2 comments per week for 4 straight weeks. Unlock the 8 Week Badge next.
2 Week Community Wellness Streak
Keep the community conversation going! Post at least 2 comments for 2 straight weeks and unlock the 4 Week Badge.
Four Year Club
This badge celebrates the longevity of those who have been a registered member of the DEV Community for at least four years.
Three Year Club
This badge celebrates the longevity of those who have been a registered member of the DEV Community for at least three years.
Two Year Club
This badge celebrates the longevity of those who have been a registered member of the DEV Community for at least two years.
Fab 5
Awarded for having at least one comment featured in the weekly "top 5 posts" list.
One Year Club
This badge celebrates the longevity of those who have been a registered member of the DEV Community for at least one year.
Beloved Comment
Awarded for making a well-loved comment, as voted on with 25 heart (❤️) reactions by the community.
Skills/Languages
Bash, C, Javascript, Perl, PHP, Python.
I know these, more or less well. I might know others. I might be lying.
I read some FORTRAN once.
I can usually script my way out of trouble.
Currently learning
Nue,
Rust
Currently hacking on
Extending anything and everything because lazy.
Available for
Banter
@moopet@toot.cafe
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