About Me
Coding, homeservers, AI, and the journey of continuous improvement
Hi, I'm Maximilian Blau
You can call me Max. I'm an economist by profession, but a technologist at heart — with a lifelong passion for understanding, building, and improving technology.
Ever since I was 10 years old, I've been fascinated by the inner workings of computers: taking apart PCs, exploring operating systems, helping friends and family troubleshoot, and trying out the latest gadgets. That early curiosity turned into a continuous journey of learning and experimentation that still drives me today.
This site is a space to document that journey — built in the spirit of permanent beta: always learning, improving, and evolving.
What I Do
I work across a range of technologies, from software development to home server infrastructure and automation. My focus is on creating efficient, secure, and resilient environments — whether it's coding modern web applications, managing self-hosted services, or exploring the potential of AI and automation.
The "Permanent Beta" Philosophy
Permanent Beta reflects my approach to both life and technology. In a fast-changing world, growth comes from iteration, feedback, and continuous exploration — not from waiting for perfection.
Just like software in beta, I'm always learning, experimenting, and evolving — one version at a time. It’s an approach that keeps me curious, adaptable, and excited about what's coming next.
My Journey
1998
Discovered a passion for technology by taking apart PCs, exploring operating systems, and helping friends and family.
2000s
Deepened my interest in software, networking, and emerging tech trends — always staying curious and hands-on.
2010s
Built personal web projects and experimented with automation scripts alongside academic and professional pursuits.
2020
Started my structured homeserver journey with a simple Raspberry Pi setup to self-host services.
2021
Expanded to a more robust infrastructure with dedicated servers, Docker containerization, and service orchestration.
2022
Integrated advanced networking, security best practices, and backup systems for a more resilient setup.
2023–Present
Focusing on AI integration, automation workflows, monitoring, and continuous deployment strategies.
Connect With Me
Check out my GitHub to see what I'm working on, or reach out if you're into self-hosting, AI experiments, automation workflows, or cool coding projects. I'm always happy to swap ideas or collaborate on something interesting.
GitHub Profile