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Mike "Arbman" Newcombe

Full-Stack Developer

I've spent 16 years solving problems 60 feet up.

The last 6, I started solving them in code.

Turns out they're not that different.

Mike climbing a tree
#Laravel #Livewire #PHP #JavaScript #Tailwind
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Rooted in real-world
problem solving

The Tree Years

Most developers start with computer science degrees. I started 60 feet up in trees, clearing power lines for Asplundh Tree Experts. For 16 years, I've solved complex problems under pressure.

The Code Years

In 2018, I discovered coding and immediately saw the parallels: both require logical thinking, attention to detail, and breaking down complex problems into manageable steps.

The Merge

Now I combine my industry knowledge with full-stack development to build tools that solve real problems for real businesses. I understand both the field work and the code that powers it.

Mike and colleague working in trees
16+ Years Climbing
6+ Years Coding