A curated selection from my reading list — the books that shaped how I think about technology, business, and the world.
Leading AWS migrations, architecting AI-powered document processing with Bedrock, and building scalable cloud infrastructure supporting 8 environments. Developed enterprise virus scanning systems, WebSocket P2P networks, and MS Graph API integrations.
Built a full-stack text-to-speech podcast platform from concept to launch. Django backend, Stripe payments, AWS Elastic Beanstalk deployment with GitLab CI/CD pipelines.
Developed C/C++ deep packet inspection frameworks and network security protocols. Built cross-platform testing environments for enterprise network security applications.
Founded a real estate development company. Managed end-to-end project lifecycles, navigated Ontario Municipal Board regulatory approvals, developed financial models, and led contractor teams through complex construction projects.
Engineering and Engineering Management with Entrepreneurship Option. Award recipient: Best Database Management Systems Project.
Foundation in entrepreneurship, business operations, and financial management that later fueled the founding of ASHLAR Homes.
— Stefan Samné