About The Tinkering Nerd

Welcome to the digital workshop of Nick Stull, a.k.a. The Tinkering Nerd. This site is my ever-evolving space to share ideas, projects, and experiments.
Consider it a fusion of my Digital Notebook, Second Brain, and Digital Garden. If you enjoy diving into polished tutorials, chaotic brainstorming, or quirky side quests, you’re in the right place!

Current Journey

I’m currently studying Information Technology at Southwestern Michigan College.
My academic focus includes exploring web development, programming, networking, and cybersecurity—all while building this site to showcase my skills and growth.

What You’ll Find Here

This site is not just a showcase; it’s an interactive playground! Throughout my coursework, I’ve integrated features that blend learning with functionality. Here’s a sneak peek of what makes this site tick:

Interactive Calculations: Check out Chapter 2’s project, where you can perform mathematical calculations based on user input. Perfect for quick number-crunching with a touch of JavaScript magic.
Dynamic Decision-Making: Chapter 3’s feature incorporates decision-making logic using if, else, and switch statements to add smarter interactions.
Error Handling: Chapter 4 introduces robust exception handling, ensuring forms are both functional and user-friendly.
Web Security Insights: Learn about browser and web security with insights from Chapter 5, including fascinating details about user environments through the navigator and screen objects.
Form Validation: Chapter 6 showcases multi-field validation to make forms both reliable and engaging for users.
Enhanced User Feedback: Chapter 7 adds dynamic lists that adapt based on user choices, with real-time updates and feedback.
Object-Oriented Programming: Chapter 8 demonstrates my dive into OOP with custom objects designed for flexibility and scalability.
Persistent State: Chapter 9 integrates session persistence via cookies or web storage, ensuring a seamless user experience.
Live Location Mapping: Chapter 10 brings geolocation to life, displaying your coordinates and location on a map in real time.
API Integration: Chapter 11 pulls live data from APIs, adding dynamic and real-time content to enhance your experience.
jQuery Enhancements: Chapter 12 transitions parts of the site to jQuery, streamlining interactivity and boosting performance.

More About Me

My passions extend beyond the classroom. When I’m not debugging Python scripts, tinkering with Raspberry Pi, or experimenting with Docker, you might find me:

Designing quirky props for my D&D campaigns
Flying virtual skies while studying aviation
Exploring the endless possibilities of 3D printing
Capturing moments through the lens of my camera

Let’s Connect

Have a question, idea, or collaboration in mind? I’m all ears! Reach out via the contact options on this site, and let’s make something amazing together.

“Stay curious, stay tinkering.”