David Neal

If your team/organization could use more encouragement, I'm available to hire for DevRel, software engineering, illustrations, and graphic design. I promise to be encouraging, and folks seem to like working with me 😄 Full-time would be ideal, but I'm open to other engagements!

I haven’t posted a dad joke in a while… What do you call a small enchilada?

I don’t have a problem… #guitar #guitars #drawing #doodle #illustration

🇺🇸 It’s been a while since I’ve run a sale! Get 40% off any avatar order through July 11th with discount code JULY250. Makes a cool gift for the whole team 😉 reverentgeek.com/shop/

Level digital modeler guitar patches with MeterMaid: built for Helix Stadium, Helix Floor, Fractal, Quad Cortex, ToneX, and others. reverentgeek.com/leveling-gui...

I’m excited to share that I’ve joined the Builder Relations team at @mongodb.bsky.social! I’ve been a database nerd 🤓 my whole career, and a MongoDB fan for years. I’m stoked to help devs and AI builders turn ideas into real things! And yes, silly illustrations are absolutely part of the plan! 😄

I went down an interesting rabbit hole this week. Here's what I learned from cosplay crafters 😄 reverentgeek.com/heavy-duty-r...

I taught my teleprompter to listen👂 The latest version of my open-source desktop app uses @deepgram.com-powered speech-to-text to automatically scroll as you read. No clickers, foot pedals, or awkward reaches for the keyboard ⌨️ 😬 Read the script, and it follows! reverentgeek.com/teaching-my-...

When I was a teenager, I'm sure it never occurred to me that "Pour Some Sugar on Me" would one day be my "sweatin' to the oldies" 🫩

It's finally here! I think this is *the* book for anyone who wants to learn more about designing, implementing, and measuring an effective DevRel strategy. Of course, I had a lot of fun illustrating the cover and chapters 🤓 reverentgeek.com/developer-re...

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...

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...

“The light bulb was not invented by continuous improvement of the candle.” — Oren Harari

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

I get by with a little help from my friends. And, by friends, I mean AI.

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

What does an escalator say when it stops working?

What kind of tea do cows drink?

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/ 🫶

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

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/

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

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

✅ Upgraded my website to Tailwind CSS 4 🤓 ✅ Refreshed the navigation design 🤩 ✅ Updated the avatar gallery 🎨 reverentgeek.com/avatars/

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

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

New avatar looks great. Thanks, @reverentgeek.com! Check out his stuff and get your own: reverentgeek.com/shop/

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.

Believe 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.

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...

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/

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

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

Blogged: A Developer's Guide to Samsara Telematics reverentgeek.com/a-developers...

If you're a developer, @surrealdb.com might be the ultimate prototyping tool for your data. Check out my latest blog post on using SurrealDB with Node.js and Fastify! #sql #nosql #nodejs #fastify reverentgeek.com/meet-surreal...

I had a problem I solved it with a regex Good luck, future me #dev #haiku

Don’t trust anything on April Fool’s Day. #dadjokes

Vibe Coding stickers! Get yours at www.stickermule.com/reverentgeek #vibecoding

No analysis. No research. No requirements gathering. No specifications. No wireframing. No prototyping. No estimations. No design. No architecture. No planning. No stress. No meetings. No reviews. No oversight. No QA. No compliance. No maintenance. No support. Just vibes.

Blogged: What is Your Dream Job? What would your absolute DREAM job be if there were no obstacles? Give me your wildest, funniest, or most heartfelt dream job! reverentgeek.com/what-is-your...

Now in sticker form! You can order your very own at www.stickermule.com/reverentgeek

Felt cute. Might eat trash later.

I created this JavaScript illustration in 2017 🤓 I sure was proud of it, but I don't think it ever got much reaction from folks 🤣