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Overview

  • 20 references 14 Confirmed & Positive
  • Fluent in English, German; learning French, Spanish
  • 34, Male
  • Member since 2023
  • Software Developer
  • PhD in Physics
  • From Austria
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About Me

Technically, I am a physicist turned into a software engineer that got hooked on seeing the world bit by bit. My job can be exhausting, but it is still interesting (, sometimes complicated,) work that pays the bills well. I am much more driven by outdoor activities though, such as getting in shape for advanced hiking treks, training how to sail a boat, letting loose on a festival and maybe taking a picture along the way.

Actually, screw maybe! I really love taking pictures with my camera. It lets me capture the beauty of nature, life, the human condition and touching moments, which I hope to share with friends and family. Nowadays I always carry a camera with me just in case there is a scene that itches to be photographed. And scratching that itch feels just sooo good

2024:
- one week skipper training + exam
- two week road trip in Scotland

2025:
- three weeks in Japan

2026:
- total solar eclipse in Reykjavik + two weeks in Iceland

Some long term goals:
- see the northern lights
- participate in a husky tour
- visit an active volcano
- sail on a wooden schooner
- jump from a plane
- maybe use a parachute next time

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

When I can't travel on my own, couch surfing allows me to "travel" virtually, by bringing like-minded people and their stories to me. I really like the concept, because you get to see your own city through the eyes of someone new to it. And learn something new, simply by tagging along.

My first couch surfing experiences were with very delightful hosts and I had a great time with my guests as well. I'm actively stepping out of my comfort zone and enjoying myself quite a bit.

Interests

  • photography
  • concerts
  • festivals
  • cycling
  • hiking
  • sailing
  • barbecue
  • covfefe

Music, Movies, and Books

Music: Indie, Rock, Punk, (Melodic) Metal, Synthwave, Electro Swing, Psychedelic, lots of good music out there. It'd probably be easier to list the stuff I dont like.

Movies: Scrubs, Futurama, American Dad, Avatar: The Last Airbender, The Legend of Vox Machina, Regular Show, The Amazing World of Gumball, Helluva Boss … if you think you see a pattern: yes, animated series are lovely.

Books: somewhat limited to technical literature. It is what it is

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

Ate an entire portion of pasta in one mouth full without suffocating

Countries I’ve Visited

Belgium, Croatia, Czech Republic, England, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Israel, Italy, Malta, Netherlands, Poland, Slovakia, Slovenia, Switzerland, Turkey

Countries I’ve Lived In

Austria

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