{"id":26,"date":"2025-12-16T16:06:10","date_gmt":"2025-12-16T16:06:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mir.digitalforge.ca\/?page_id=26"},"modified":"2025-12-16T17:08:55","modified_gmt":"2025-12-16T17:08:55","slug":"about","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/mir.digitalforge.ca\/index.php\/about\/","title":{"rendered":"About"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"et_pb_section_0 et_pb_section et_section_regular et_block_section preset--module--divi-section--default\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_0 et_pb_row et_pb_gutters3 et_block_row\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_0 et_pb_column et_pb_column_4_4 et-last-child et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_image_0 et_pb_image et_pb_module et_block_module\"><span class=\"et_pb_image_wrap\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/mir.digitalforge.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/profile.jpg\" title=\"profile\" width=\"384\" height=\"384\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mir.digitalforge.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/profile.jpg 384w, https:\/\/mir.digitalforge.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/profile-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mir.digitalforge.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/profile-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/mir.digitalforge.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/profile-100x100.jpg 100w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 384px) 100vw, 384px\" class=\"wp-image-90\" \/><\/span><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_heading_0 et_pb_heading et_pb_module et_block_module preset--module--divi-heading--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_heading_container\"><h2 class=\"et_pb_module_header\">Hello, I&#8217;m Mir<\/h2><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_heading_1 et_pb_heading et_pb_module et_block_module preset--module--divi-heading--0adaddf9-f1ec-4afa-9b24-b81c1384b572\"><div class=\"et_pb_heading_container\"><h4 class=\"et_pb_module_header\">@digitalforge<\/h4><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_1 et_pb_row et_pb_gutters3 et_block_row\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_1 et_pb_column et_pb_column_4_4 et-last-child et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_0 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module preset--module--divi-text--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><p>My path in technology began at the component level\u2014quite literally. In the early days of my career, I worked hands-on repairing circuit boards and conducting rigorous quality assurance for industry giants like<span>\u00a0<\/span><strong>Motorola<\/strong><span>\u00a0<\/span>and<span>\u00a0<\/span><strong>JDS Uniphase<\/strong>. This foundational experience gave me a unique perspective: understanding the physical hardware that powers our digital world. It taught me precision, patience, and the importance of reliability from the ground up.<\/p>\n<p>This hardware-centric beginning naturally evolved into a deep fascination with software ecosystems, databases, and enterprise IT infrastructure. Over the last decade, I served as a key player at<span>\u00a0<\/span><strong>Innovapost (now Deloitte Inc.)<\/strong>, where I dedicated 12 years to mastering the intricacies of large-scale retail operations. During this tenure, I wore many hats\u2014ranging from Senior Retail Service Desk Agent to Service Desk Supervisor, and eventually to Application Analyst and Tester.<\/p>\n<p>My time at Innovapost was more than just a job; it was a masterclass in adaptability and leadership. I didn\u2019t just support systems; I optimized them. I played a pivotal role in training teams, analyzing complex datasets to drive decision-making, and ensuring the stability of critical applications that kept Canada Post\u2019s retail network running smoothly. I learned that technology is only as good as the people who use it, which is why I prioritize clear communication and user-centric design.<\/p>\n<p>Today, as a Web Solutions Architect, I bring this holistic view to every client engagement. Whether I am architecting a custom WordPress solution, optimizing a database for performance, or troubleshooting a critical server issue, I apply the same level of diligence and analytical thinking. My goal is simple: to bridge the gap between complex technical requirements and seamless user experiences, delivering solutions that are not only functional but built to last.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_button_module_wrapper et_pb_button_0_wrapper preset--module--divi-button--default_wrapper\"><a class=\"et_pb_button_0 et_pb_button et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module preset--module--divi-button--default\" href=\"\">Contact Me<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_section_1 et_pb_section et_section_regular et_block_section preset--module--divi-section--default\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_2 et_pb_row et_pb_gutters3 et_block_row\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_2 et_pb_column et_pb_column_4_4 et-last-child et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_heading_2 et_pb_heading et_pb_module et_block_module preset--module--divi-heading--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_heading_container\"><h2 class=\"et_pb_module_header\">Some brands I&#8217;ve worked with<\/h2><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_3 et_pb_row et_pb_row_4col et_pb_gutters2 et_block_row\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_3 et_pb_column et_pb_column_1_4 et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_image_1 et_pb_image et_pb_module et_block_module\"><span class=\"et_pb_image_wrap\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/mir.digitalforge.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/logo_03-dark.png\" width=\"226\" height=\"100\" sizes=\"(max-width: 226px) 100vw, 226px\" class=\"wp-image-47\" title=\"logo_03-dark\" \/><\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_4 et_pb_column et_pb_column_1_4 et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_image_2 et_pb_image et_pb_module et_block_module\"><span class=\"et_pb_image_wrap\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/mir.digitalforge.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/logo_08-dark.png\" width=\"226\" height=\"100\" sizes=\"(max-width: 226px) 100vw, 226px\" class=\"wp-image-48\" title=\"logo_08-dark\" \/><\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_5 et_pb_column et_pb_column_1_4 et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_image_3 et_pb_image et_pb_module et_block_module\"><span class=\"et_pb_image_wrap\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/mir.digitalforge.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/logo_05-dark.png\" width=\"226\" height=\"100\" sizes=\"(max-width: 226px) 100vw, 226px\" class=\"wp-image-49\" title=\"logo_05-dark\" \/><\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_6 et_pb_column et_pb_column_1_4 et-last-child et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_image_4 et_pb_image et_pb_module et_block_module\"><span class=\"et_pb_image_wrap\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/mir.digitalforge.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/logo_02-dark.png\" width=\"226\" height=\"100\" sizes=\"(max-width: 226px) 100vw, 226px\" class=\"wp-image-50\" title=\"logo_02-dark\" \/><\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_section_2 et_pb_section et_section_regular et_block_section preset--module--divi-section--default\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_4 et_pb_row et_pb_gutters3 et_block_row\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_7 et_pb_column et_pb_column_4_4 et-last-child et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_divider_0 et_pb_divider_hidden et_pb_space et_pb_divider_position_top et_pb_module preset--module--divi-divider--9b52d381-b536-4bb4-a19e-133fd0133e5f\"><div class=\"et_pb_divider_internal\"><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_divider_1 et_pb_divider_hidden et_pb_space et_pb_divider_position_top et_pb_module preset--module--divi-divider--9b52d381-b536-4bb4-a19e-133fd0133e5f\"><div class=\"et_pb_divider_internal\"><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_divider_2 et_pb_divider_hidden et_pb_space et_pb_divider_position_top et_pb_module preset--module--divi-divider--9b52d381-b536-4bb4-a19e-133fd0133e5f\"><div class=\"et_pb_divider_internal\"><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_divider_3 et_pb_divider_hidden et_pb_space et_pb_divider_position_top et_pb_module preset--module--divi-divider--9b52d381-b536-4bb4-a19e-133fd0133e5f\"><div class=\"et_pb_divider_internal\"><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_section_3 et_pb_section et_section_regular et_block_section preset--module--divi-section--362ada36-891f-4be2-b115-0ee19aadf10c\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_5 et_pb_row et_pb_gutters3 et_block_row\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_8 et_pb_column et_pb_column_4_4 et-last-child et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_heading_3 et_pb_heading et_pb_module et_block_module 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