About
How I work, the tools I use, and where to find me.
I’m Koen Van Geert, a software engineer who likes building products that are easy to understand and pleasant to use.
My work focuses on developer tooling and small web products. I like taking messy workflows, cutting away the friction, and turning them into something people can use every day.
Lately that has included tools like Open Forge, a desktop app for AI-assisted development, and smaller utilities that solve narrow problems well. I’m interested in how this era of assisted development changes the way we build, and in how to keep the right balance between moving quickly and keeping good judgment.
Outside of work, I like running and spending time outdoors. Surfing, skiing, and snowboarding all make regular appearances when I get the chance. I care a lot about good coffee.
How I work
I optimize for clarity first. Clear interfaces, small abstractions, and fast feedback loops age better than clever systems that need constant explanation.
I like shipping early, tightening the rough edges, and letting real usage shape what comes next. The goal is to move quickly without making the work harder to trust a week later.
What I work with
- TypeScript and SvelteKit for fast product work on the web
- Tailwind CSS for a lightweight UI workflow
- Rust, Tauri, and SQLite for desktop tools that need to stay fast and local
- Markdown-first content when a site should stay simple to maintain
Get in touch
Reach out if you're building a tool, thinking through an AI workflow, or just want to compare notes.
Email: [email protected]