My name is Robert Watkins. I am a software developer and have been for over 15 years now. These days, I'm an independent contractor which means my opinion are totally endorsed by me, but probably not by my clients (which is cool; their opinions aren’t endorsed by me either). My main professional interests are in Java development, using Agile methods, with a historical focus on building web based applications. I’m also a Mac-fan and love my iPhone, which I’m currently learning how to code for. Besides Java work, I'm currently spending time working Ruby, with a big focus on using Cucumber for story-based testing.

I live and work in Brisbane, Australia, but I grew up in the Northern Territory, and still find Brisbane too cold (after 14 years here). I’m married, with two children and one cat. My politics are socialist in tendency, my religious affiliation is atheist (aka “none of the above”), my attitude is condescending and my moral standing is lying down.

If you want to see my rants, check my blog (above) or follow me on twitter.