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David Neal

@reverentgeek.com

ambassador of awesome πŸ₯“ bearded believer πŸ₯‘ doodle-driven devrel πŸ₯‘ silly speaker πŸ₯“ mediocre musician πŸ₯“ Microsoft MVP https://reverentgeek.com/links/

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Build Awesome Seamless collaboration, professional-grade tools, and beautiful templates all in one place.

The ’possum is running wild: Eleventy is becoming Build Awesome.

Same open source core, a much bigger future. Watch our video and support us on Kickstarter: www.kickstarter.com/projects/fon...

03.03.2026 16:58 πŸ‘ 62 πŸ” 17 πŸ’¬ 11 πŸ“Œ 11
Edge.js Template Plugin for 11ty – ReverentGeek Ever felt frustrated with HTML templates like Pug, Handlebars, Liquid, or Nunjucks? If you know JavaScript, you might want to give Edge.js a try! I built a plugin for 11ty and converted my entire blog...

Edge.js is an HTML template engine with modern JavaScript syntax and awesome features developed by the @adonisjs.com team. I built a plugin for @11ty.dev and converted my blog. TLDR: I like it! reverentgeek.com/edgejs-templ...

03.03.2026 13:51 πŸ‘ 4 πŸ” 2 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
Illustration of a light bulb. The quote reads, β€œThe light bulb was not invented by continuous improvement of the candle. - Oren Harari”

Illustration of a light bulb. The quote reads, β€œThe light bulb was not invented by continuous improvement of the candle. - Oren Harari”

β€œThe light bulb was not invented by continuous improvement of the candle.” β€” Oren Harari

26.02.2026 15:26 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

Oh, thanks for letting me know!

27.01.2026 19:22 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
Illustration of "Scroll Faster!"

Illustration of "Scroll Faster!"

A post that starts with "STOP SCROLLING..." is the most reliable trigger to make me scroll faster.

27.01.2026 14:52 πŸ‘ 3 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

I get by with a little help from my friends.

And, by friends, I mean AI.

14.01.2026 15:29 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Developer and Illustration Portfolio – ReverentGeek

I've recently updated my website with improved galleries and portfolios πŸ€“ reverentgeek.com/portfolio/

10.01.2026 17:23 πŸ‘ 3 πŸ” 2 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

Hey! Let me know if there's something I can do for you!

BTW, I think I have the same bass you have in your banner image. Is that an Ibanez BTB?

16.12.2025 15:00 πŸ‘ 4 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0

So far, I can successfully solve CAPTCHAS 😬

11.12.2025 21:37 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
Illustration of an anthropomorphic escalator with an exasperated expression. The caption reads, β€œWhat does an escalator say when it stops working? Nothing. It just stairs.”

Illustration of an anthropomorphic escalator with an exasperated expression. The caption reads, β€œWhat does an escalator say when it stops working? Nothing. It just stairs.”

What does an escalator say when it stops working?

18.11.2025 16:41 πŸ‘ 14 πŸ” 2 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
An illustration of a fancy cow holding a delicate cup of tea. The caption reads, β€œWhat kind of tea do cows drink? Moooo-long.”

An illustration of a fancy cow holding a delicate cup of tea. The caption reads, β€œWhat kind of tea do cows drink? Moooo-long.”

What kind of tea do cows drink?

10.11.2025 22:54 πŸ‘ 6 πŸ” 2 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

After I lost a lot more hair over software, I thought it was time to get my online avatar updated. As for the previous one, I reached out to the fabulous @reverentgeek.com. If you need artwork with heart and soul, reach out to him! reverentgeek.com/avatars/ 🫢

02.10.2025 17:33 πŸ‘ 5 πŸ” 2 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Here, take my card... – ReverentGeek There was a time when business cards were important for sharing contact information, as well as your brand.

Here, take my card... reverentgeek.com/here-take-my...

29.09.2025 16:00 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 1
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Buy My Stuff! – ReverentGeek

I've reduced the prices on all my avatar drawings! There's never been a better time to get one!

And, if you order five or more, you can save another 15%! Great for the whole team, company, or event! Use discount code TEAMAWESOME. reverentgeek.com/shop/

27.08.2025 18:38 πŸ‘ 3 πŸ” 3 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 1
A cartoon of a sharply dressed secret agent strapped to a table, and a bald villain standing by laughing. The man on the table asks, β€œYou expect me to talk?” The villain replies, β€œNo, Mr. Bond. I expect you to USE JAVASCRIPT! MWAHAHAHA!!”

A cartoon of a sharply dressed secret agent strapped to a table, and a bald villain standing by laughing. The man on the table asks, β€œYou expect me to talk?” The villain replies, β€œNo, Mr. Bond. I expect you to USE JAVASCRIPT! MWAHAHAHA!!”

What a devious villain! Anything but that!! #javascript

02.08.2025 16:45 πŸ‘ 7 πŸ” 2 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

I am honored to receive my 12th Microsoft MVP Award πŸ₯Ή I appreciate being a part of this great community, and it's humbling to be among such amazing people. #MVPBuzz

10.07.2025 17:50 πŸ‘ 39 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Avatars – ReverentGeek A selection of avatars I've drawn.

βœ… Upgraded my website to Tailwind CSS 4 πŸ€“
βœ… Refreshed the navigation design 🀩
βœ… Updated the avatar gallery 🎨
reverentgeek.com/avatars/

12.06.2025 13:52 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

A bunny hoodie would be awesome!

10.06.2025 12:10 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
Comic style illustration of a deer. First pane the deer is peacefully eating in a serene meadow. Second pane the deer is alerted to something. Third pane the deer senses danger. The fourth pane, the deer calmly explains, β€œI suddenly realized I haven’t mentioned recently… you’re awesome.”

Comic style illustration of a deer. First pane the deer is peacefully eating in a serene meadow. Second pane the deer is alerted to something. Third pane the deer senses danger. The fourth pane, the deer calmly explains, β€œI suddenly realized I haven’t mentioned recently… you’re awesome.”

05.06.2025 12:50 πŸ‘ 6 πŸ” 2 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0

If there's a bright side, rejection is getting easier. #jobsearch

04.06.2025 18:59 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
An illustration of a blue circle with the letters T, U, I, and T inside. It’s a round β€œtuit.” A humorous visual play on the phrase β€œGet around to it.”

An illustration of a blue circle with the letters T, U, I, and T inside. It’s a round β€œtuit.” A humorous visual play on the phrase β€œGet around to it.”

Here ya go! You said you’d do it when you got a…

04.06.2025 15:12 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
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Buy My Stuff! – ReverentGeek

New avatar looks great. Thanks, @reverentgeek.com!

Check out his stuff and get your own: reverentgeek.com/shop/

30.05.2025 14:07 πŸ‘ 3 πŸ” 4 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
Illustration of a sign that reads, β€œDrop in, I’m OPEN.” The sign is surrounded by icons and illustrations such as Node.js, YouTube, Electron.js. C#, SQL, 11ty, deno, JavaScript, writing, and vibe coding.

Illustration of a sign that reads, β€œDrop in, I’m OPEN.” The sign is surrounded by icons and illustrations such as Node.js, YouTube, Electron.js. C#, SQL, 11ty, deno, JavaScript, writing, and vibe coding.

Drop in, I’m OPEN!

I’m available for all kinds of projects: software, developer relations, community building, content, video, illustrations, training, graphics, leadership, and consulting.

29.05.2025 15:49 πŸ‘ 7 πŸ” 2 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
Illustration of the text, β€œBelieve there is good in the world, be the good in the world.”

Illustration of the text, β€œBelieve there is good in the world, be the good in the world.”

Believe there is good in the world. Be the good in the world.

26.05.2025 18:05 πŸ‘ 10 πŸ” 4 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0

Always πŸ˜‰

26.05.2025 18:18 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
Illustration of the text, β€œBelieve there is good in the world, be the good in the world.”

Illustration of the text, β€œBelieve there is good in the world, be the good in the world.”

Believe there is good in the world. Be the good in the world.

26.05.2025 18:05 πŸ‘ 10 πŸ” 4 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
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AI Really *Is* Taking My Job – ReverentGeek Generative AI is incredible and empowering and will only get better. I love generative AI. I hate generative AI.

Hello, I am a creative professional. Generative AI is incredible and empowering, and will only get better.

I love generative AI.

In the last 12 months, my creative business has dropped more than 50%.

I hate generative AI.

Read more... reverentgeek.com/ai-really-is...

20.05.2025 16:32 πŸ‘ 12 πŸ” 4 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Buy My Stuff! – ReverentGeek

I'm taking a social media break and plan to do more illustrations. Unfortunately, with AI, I've had a big decline in orders. So, before I sign off, here's my offer. Use discount code CARTOONBREAK to get 50% off through the end of May. No limits.
reverentgeek.com/shop/

12.05.2025 14:59 πŸ‘ 11 πŸ” 9 πŸ’¬ 2 πŸ“Œ 2
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HopCounter: Build a Retro Page View Counter with Bunny Edge Scripting – ReverentGeek Learn to build a retro page view counter using Bunny.net Edge Scripting!

Blogged: Build a retro page view counter with @bunny.net Edge Scripting
reverentgeek.com/hopcounter-r...

16.05.2025 14:18 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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AI Cheat Sheet for Job Hunting – ReverentGeek Are you still applying for jobs like it's 2012? Level up your job hunt with these AI prompt tips!

Ghosted again? It might be because you're still applying for jobs like it's 2012. Level up your job hunt with this free AI cheat sheet! reverentgeek.com/ai-cheat-she...
#jobsearch #ai #resume #tips #career #skills #branding

15.05.2025 11:46 πŸ‘ 4 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0