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I don't think trying to build stuff in Visual Basic in my early teens really counts, and I have the world's fluffiest arts degree. But I aspire to the skills and approach of an engineer!

> I wouldn't be surprised if he's dabbled in programming or educated as an engineer.

Not sure, but he's involved with Sudden Coffee [0], a YC company.

[0] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1gUoMAhcTC0&t=1m40s

Also, World Barista Champion 2007.

With significantly worse hair though :D

His routine that won him that (with his own commentary): https://youtu.be/_DwZV17bek4