Hello World!

Hi, I'm Jacob Walker. I'm a Private First Class (PFC) in the U.S. Army, serving in the Fire Direction Center (FDC). It's a role where precision matters, coordination is everything, and every calculation counts.

Outside of uniform, I switch gears into my other world—tech. Whether it's coding, diving into sci-fi, building projects, or learning something new in computer science, I'm always exploring ways to bridge my passion for problem-solving with creativity.

This blog is where both sides of my life come together. From day-to-day military moments to tech deep-dives, it's all here—unfiltered, real, and evolving. Thanks for stopping by.

My first Hi-Rain mission

Why I Started This Blog

A lot of people ask what it's like balancing military life with an interest in technology. Truth is, the two worlds have more in common than you'd think. Both require discipline, adaptability, and the ability to think a few steps ahead.

I started this blog because I needed a space to reflect, build, and share. Whether it's a review of gear I actually use in the field, coding projects I’m tinkering with on the weekends, or just some honest thoughts on life in uniform—I wanted to keep it all in one place.

What to Expect

Here’s a glimpse of what you'll find here:

Army Insights: Honest takes on life as a PFC in the FDC, the mental grind, and small victories.
Tech Projects: From scripting automation to building custom setups and dashboards.
Learning Logs: As I chase a future in computer science, I’ll be dropping what I learn along the way—from basic JavaScript to Linux system hacks.

A Bit About Me

Joined the Army: May 2022
Graduated Basic: June 2022
AIT Complete: September 2022
Stationed at Fort Bragg: Since October 2022
Deployed to Germany: June 2023 – March 2024
Currently: Back at Fort Bragg.

Let's Build Something Together

Whether you’re a fellow soldier, a coder, a sci-fi nerd, or just curious about what life looks like from this side of the wire—welcome. Feel free to drop a comment, ask a question, or just read along.

Thanks for checking out the blog.
Stay sharp, stay curious.

— Jacob