I was born in Kyiv, Ukraine, in 1980, where I spent most of my childhood. I got a BS in Computer Science and an MS in Informatics from Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv. I was the controller for a local Engineering firm and a Principal with an Architectural firm. In 2014 I decided it was time for early retirement, and moved to Antalya, Turkey where I enjoy the calm waters of the sea and fish off my boat almost every day.