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- Host: GitHub
- URL: https://github.com/descent098/descent098
- Owner: Descent098
- Created: 2020-08-14T21:37:02.000Z (almost 6 years ago)
- Default Branch: master
- Last Pushed: 2025-03-17T23:22:11.000Z (over 1 year ago)
- Last Synced: 2025-03-18T00:27:49.756Z (over 1 year ago)
- Topics: github, github-readme, profile, readme, user-profile
- Language: Markdown
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- Stars: 0
- Watchers: 1
- Forks: 0
- Open Issues: 0
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Metadata Files:
- Readme: README.md
- Funding: .github/FUNDING.yml
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# Hi, I'm Kieran
:globe_with_meridians: Currently located in Calgary, Canada
:office: Working in Web Services | University of Calgary
:clock1: Developing for 8+ years, working on personal and client projects
:school: Student at the Univerity of Calgary | Bsc. Computer Science w/minor in Philosophy
## Languages & Frameworks
## Recent activity
1. ⭐ Starred [oakmound/oak](https://github.com/oakmound/oak)
2. ⭐ Starred [hajimehoshi/ebiten](https://github.com/hajimehoshi/ebiten)
3. ⭐ Starred [gopxl/pixel](https://github.com/gopxl/pixel)
4. ⭐ Starred [emdash-cms/emdash](https://github.com/emdash-cms/emdash)
5. ⭐ Starred [Linkerin/starlight-to-pdf](https://github.com/Linkerin/starlight-to-pdf)
Last Updated: Monday, April 6th, 2026, 11:44:01 PM
## Higlighted Projects
:speaker: Presentations
| Name | Description | Link(s) | Language(s) |
|------|-------------|---------|-------------|
| Basic Web Technologies | An overview of the basic technologies that power webpages | [Site](https://kieranwood.ca/basic-web-technologies) \| [Source](https://github.com/descent098/basic-web-technologies) | [JS](https://github.com/Descent098?tab=repositories&q=&type=&language=javascript) |
| Basic Networking Infrastructure | An overview of client-server architecture, and common terminology for websites/webapps | [Site](https://kieranwood.ca/basic-networking-infastructure) \| [Source](https://github.com/descent098/basic-networking-infastructure) | [Python](https://github.com/Descent098?tab=repositories&q=&type=&language=python) |
| Terminal Basics | Basic walkthrough of using the terminal as an introduction for aspiring developers | [Site](https://kieranwood.ca/terminal-basics) \| [Source](https://github.com/descent098/terminal-basics) | [Python](https://github.com/Descent098?tab=repositories&q=&type=&language=python) |
| Static Site Generators | A gentle introduction to static site generators | [Site](https://kieranwood.ca/static-site-generators) \| [Source](https://github.com/Descent098/static-site-generators) | [Python](https://github.com/Descent098?tab=repositories&q=&type=&language=python) |
| CI/CD Basics | An introduction to the basics of CI/CD | [Site](https://kieranwood.ca/ci-cd-basics) \| [Source](https://github.com/Descent098/ci-cd-basics) | [Python](https://github.com/Descent098?tab=repositories&q=&type=&language=python) |
| Static Site hosting | A presentation on how to host static site's simply | [Site](https://kieranwood.ca/static-site-hosting) \| [Source](https://github.com/Descent098/static-site-hosting) | [Python](https://github.com/Descent098?tab=repositories&q=&type=&language=python) |
| Ezprez example | An example repository for using my python slideshow generator library [ezprez](https://github.com/descent098/ezprez) | [Site](https://kieranwood.ca/ezprez-example) \| [Source](https://github.com/descent098/ezprez-example) | [Python](https://github.com/Descent098?tab=repositories&q=&type=&language=python) |
:package: API's
| Name | Description | Link(s) | Language(s) |
|------|-------------|---------|-------------|
| ezcv | A static site generator for setting up a CV/Resume site | [API docs](https://kieranwood.ca/ezcv) \| [User Docs](https://ezcv.readthedocs.io/en/latest/) \| [Source](https://github.com/descent098/ezcv) | [Python](https://github.com/Descent098?tab=repositories&q=&type=&language=python) |
| ezspreadsheet | A simple API to store/load python objects to/from spreadsheets | [API docs](https://kieranwood.ca/ezspreadsheet) \| [User Docs](https://ezspreadsheet.readthedocs.io/en/latest/) \| [Source](https://github.com/descent098/ezspreadsheet) | [Python](https://github.com/Descent098?tab=repositories&q=&type=&language=python) |
| ezprez | An object based api for generating web presentations/slideshows | [API docs](https://kieranwood.ca/ezprez) \| [User Docs](https://ezprez.readthedocs.io/en/latest/) \| [Source](https://github.com/descent098/ezprez) | [Python](https://github.com/Descent098?tab=repositories&q=&type=&language=python) |
| Ez Img Diff | A tool for doing quick perceptual image difference analysis with SSIM | [Docs](https://kieranwood.ca/ez-img-diff) \| [Source](https://github.com/descent098/ez-img-diff) | [Python](https://github.com/Descent098?tab=repositories&q=&type=&language=python) |
| speyl | A simple word similarity API, handy for autocorrect/word suggestion | [Source](https://github.com/descent098/speyl) | [Go](https://github.com/Descent098?tab=repositories&q=&type=&language=go) |
| readn | A package to do reading-difficulty analysis | [Source](https://github.com/descent098/readn) | [Go](https://github.com/Descent098?tab=repositories&q=&type=&language=go) |
| Cgo Python Helpers | A package to help create libraries that bridge go and python | [(WIP) Site](https://kieranwood.ca/cgo-python-helpers) \| [Source](https://github.com/descent098/cgo-python-helpers) | [Python](https://github.com/Descent098?tab=repositories&q=&type=&language=python) \| [Go](https://github.com/Descent098?tab=repositories&q=&type=&language=go) |
| sws | Super web scripts; A CLI and API for simplifying common web tasks | [Docs](https://sws.readthedocs.io/) \| [Source](https://github.com/descent098/sws) | [Python](https://github.com/Descent098?tab=repositories&q=&type=&language=python) |
| Ez Visual Regression | Used to take screenshots with selenium (pages or elements) and compare to baseline | [Docs](https://kieranwood.ca/ez_visual_regression) \| [Source](https://github.com/descent098/ez_visual_regression) | [Python](https://github.com/Descent098?tab=repositories&q=&type=&language=python) |
| sdu | Script Development utilities | [Docs](https://kieranwood.ca/sdu) \| [Source](https://github.com/descent098/sdu) | [Python](https://github.com/Descent098?tab=repositories&q=&type=&language=python) |
| Spark | Visualization library used for the Fall 2020 schulich ignite sessions | [Docs](https://spark.schulichignite.com/) \| [Source](https://github.com/Descent098/spark) | [Python](https://github.com/Descent098?tab=repositories&q=&type=&language=python) \| [JS](https://github.com/Descent098?tab=repositories&q=&type=&language=javascript) |
:computer: Scripts and CLI's
| Name | Description | Link(s) | Language(s) |
|------|-------------|---------|-------------|
| sws | Super web scripts; A CLI and API for simplifying common web tasks | [Docs](https://sws.readthedocs.io/) \| [Source](https://github.com/descent098/sws) | [Python](https://github.com/Descent098?tab=repositories&q=&type=&language=python) |
| Pystall | A system to automate installation and configuration of resources | [Docs](https://pystall.readthedocs.io/en/latest/) \| [Source](https://github.com/descent098/pystall) | [Python](https://github.com/Descent098?tab=repositories&q=&type=&language=python) |
| ahd | Create ad-hoc macros to be dispatched within their own namespace | [API docs](https://kieranwood.ca/ahd) \| [User Docs](https://ahd.readthedocs.io/en/latest/) \| [Source](https://github.com/descent098/ahd) | [Python](https://github.com/Descent098?tab=repositories&q=&type=&language=python) |
| Otp Emoji | Used to generate 🙊 one-time pads 🤐 exclusively in emojis | [Docs](https://kieranwood.ca/otp_emoji/) \| [Source](https://github.com/descent098/otp_emoji) | [Python](https://github.com/Descent098?tab=repositories&q=&type=&language=python) |
| Spotify2mp3 | Simple free and unlimited Spotify playlist downloads | [Source](https://github.com/couldbejake/spotify2mp3) | [Python](https://github.com/Descent098?tab=repositories&q=&type=&language=python) |
| Ez Visual Regression | Used to take screenshots with selenium (pages or elements) and compare to baseline | [Docs](https://kieranwood.ca/ez_visual_regression) \| [Source](https://github.com/descent098/ez_visual_regression) | [Python](https://github.com/Descent098?tab=repositories&q=&type=&language=python) |
| Ez Img Diff | A tool for doing quick perceptual image difference analysis with SSIM | [Docs](https://kieranwood.ca/ez-img-diff) \| [Source](https://github.com/descent098/ez-img-diff) | [Python](https://github.com/Descent098?tab=repositories&q=&type=&language=python) |
:globe_with_meridians: Web Development
| Name | Description | Link(s) | Language(s) |
|------|-------------|---------|-------------|
| HHTTPP | A simple HTTP proxy server designed for educational purposes. | [Source](https://github.com/descent098/HHTTPP) | [Python](https://github.com/Descent098?tab=repositories&q=&type=&language=python) |
| ezcv | A static site generator for setting up a CV/Resume site | [API docs](https://kieranwood.ca/ezcv) \| [User Docs](https://ezcv.readthedocs.io/en/latest/) \| [Source](https://github.com/descent098/ezcv) | [Python](https://github.com/Descent098?tab=repositories&q=&type=&language=python) |
| ezprez | An object based api for generating web presentations/slideshows | [API docs](https://kieranwood.ca/ezprez) \| [User Docs](https://ezprez.readthedocs.io/en/latest/) \| [Source](https://github.com/descent098/ezprez) | [Python](https://github.com/Descent098?tab=repositories&q=&type=&language=python) |
| Schulich Ignite Website | The website for the schulich ignite education project from 2020-2024 | [Site](https://kieranwood.ca/ignite-site-2020-2024/) \| [Source](https://github.com/descent098/ignite-site-2020-2024) | [JS](https://github.com/Descent098?tab=repositories&q=&type=&language=javascript) |
| Ezcv Themes | Theme collection for the EZCV static site generator. | [Source](https://github.com/QU-UP/ezcv-themes) | [JS](https://github.com/Descent098?tab=repositories&q=&type=&language=javascript) |
| Profilicity | A simple system that allows you to build static websites straight in your browser | [Site](https://kieranwood.ca/profilicity) \| [Source](https://github.com/descent098/profilicity) | [JS](https://github.com/Descent098?tab=repositories&q=&type=&language=javascript) |
| Coder | An example code blog site | [Site](https://kieranwood.ca/Coder) \| [Source](https://github.com/descent098/Coder) | [JS](https://github.com/Descent098?tab=repositories&q=&type=&language=javascript) |
| Serket (WIP) | Avoid Getting Stung By Password Requirements (WIP) | [Site](https://kieranwood.ca/serket) \| [Source](https://github.com/descent098/serket) | [JS](https://github.com/Descent098?tab=repositories&q=&type=&language=javascript) |
| Glass Portfolio | A portfolio theme written in glassmorphic design (WIP) | [Site](https://kieranwood.ca/glass-portfolio) \| [Source](https://github.com/descent098/glass-portfolio) | [JS](https://github.com/Descent098?tab=repositories&q=&type=&language=javascript) |
| Ignite Site 2019 | The Schulich ignite 2019/2020 site | [Source](https://github.com/Descent098/ignite-site-2019) | [JS](https://github.com/Descent098?tab=repositories&q=&type=&language=javascript) |
| Slack Connect 4 Bot | A bot that allows you to play Connect 4 on Slack! | [Source](https://github.com/descent098/slack-connect-4-bot) | [JS](https://github.com/Descent098?tab=repositories&q=&type=&language=javascript) |
| Ezcv Frontend | A demo for creating a frontend for ezcv | [Source](https://github.com/Descent098/ezcv-frontend) | [Python](https://github.com/Descent098?tab=repositories&q=&type=&language=python) \| [JS](https://github.com/Descent098?tab=repositories&q=&type=&language=javascript) |
| Ez Visual Regression | Takes screenshots and compares them to a baseline for visual regression testing. | [Site](https://kieranwood.ca/ez_visual_regression) \| [Source](https://github.com/descent098/ez_visual_regression) | [Python](https://github.com/Descent098?tab=repositories&q=&type=&language=python) |
| React From Scratch | An exploration into setting up reacts functionality manually | [Source](https://github.com/Descent098/react-from-scratch) | [JS](https://github.com/Descent098?tab=repositories&q=&type=&language=javascript) |
:mortar_board: Education resources and templates
| Name | Description | Link(s) | Language(s) |
|------|-------------|---------|-------------|
| Tech | My tech writing blog | [Site](https://kieranwood.ca/tech/) \| [Source](https://github.com/descent098/tech) | [Astro](https://github.com/Descent098?tab=repositories&q=&type=&language=astro) |
| Compsci KB | A knowledge base of Computer Science information | [Site](https://kieranwood.ca/compsci) \| [Source](https://github.com/descent098/compsci) | [Python](https://github.com/Descent098?tab=repositories&q=&type=&language=python) \| [JS](https://github.com/Descent098?tab=repositories&q=&type=&language=javascript), etc. |
| HHTTPP | A simple HTTP proxy server designed for educational purposes. | [Source](https://github.com/descent098/HHTTPP) | [Python](https://github.com/Descent098?tab=repositories&q=&type=&language=python) |
| Power Of Paths | A laymen's oriented exploration of encoding | [Post](https://kieranwood.ca/tech/blog/the-power-of-paths/) \| [Source](https://github.com/descent098/power-of-paths) | [Python](https://github.com/Descent098?tab=repositories&q=&type=&language=python) |
| Hashing | A laymen's oriented exploration of Hashing | [Post](https://kieranwood.ca/tech/blog/verifying-quickly/) \| [Source](https://github.com/descent098/hashing) | [Python](https://github.com/Descent098?tab=repositories&q=&type=&language=python) |
| Compression | A laymen's oriented exploration of compression | [Post](https://kieranwood.ca/tech/blog/making-things-small/) \| [Source](https://github.com/descent098/compression) | [Python](https://github.com/Descent098?tab=repositories&q=&type=&language=python) |
| Taxonomies | A laymen's oriented exploration of taxonomical ordering | [Post](https://kieranwood.ca/tech/blog/taxonomical-ordering/)\| [Source](https://github.com/descent098/taxonomies) | [Python](https://github.com/Descent098?tab=repositories&q=&type=&language=python) |
| Simple Otp | A very simple implementation & explanation of a one time pad | [Animation](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QVV_bUxxiZ8) \| [Source Tour](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=50XM-h3h6Fw) \| [Source](https://github.com/descent098/simple-otp) | [Python](https://github.com/Descent098?tab=repositories&q=&type=&language=python) |
| Diffie Hellman | A very simple implementation and explanation of the Diffe-Helmen Key Exchange | [Source](https://github.com/descent098/Diffie-Hellman) | [Python](https://github.com/Descent098?tab=repositories&q=&type=&language=python) \| [Rust](https://github.com/Descent098?tab=repositories&q=&type=&language=rust) |
| Projects Experiments | A repository for learning the ins and outs of languages, and various technologies | [Source](https://github.com/descent098/projects-experiments) | [Python](https://github.com/Descent098?tab=repositories&q=&type=&language=python) \| [Go](https://github.com/Descent098?tab=repositories&q=&type=&language=go) \| [JS](https://github.com/Descent098?tab=repositories&q=&type=&language=javascript) \| [C](https://github.com/Descent098?tab=repositories&q=&type=&language=c) \| [Rust](https://github.com/Descent098?tab=repositories&q=&type=&language=rust) \| [Java](https://github.com/Descent098?tab=repositories&q=&type=&language=java), etc..|
| Python Package Template | Easy to use template for great PyPi packages | [Source](https://github.com/canadian-coding/python-package-template) | [Python](https://github.com/Descent098?tab=repositories&q=&type=&language=python) |
| Utf 8 Cards | A demo for an article about UTF-8 Games | [Post](https://kieranwood.ca/utf-8-cards/) \| [Source](https://github.com/descent098/utf-8-cards) | [JS](https://github.com/Descent098?tab=repositories&q=&type=&language=javascript) |
| Python Go | A repository for the examples from my series about integrating python with Go | [Post](https://kieranwood.ca/tech/blog/python-plus-go-intro/) \| [Source](https://github.com/descent098/Python-Go) | [Python](https://github.com/Descent098?tab=repositories&q=&type=&language=python) \| [Go](https://github.com/Descent098?tab=repositories&q=&type=&language=go) |
| Performance Tests | A repo of random performance tests | [Site](https://kieranwood.ca/performance-tests/) \| [Source](https://github.com/descent098/performance-tests) | [Python](https://github.com/Descent098?tab=repositories&q=&type=&language=python) \| [Go](https://github.com/Descent098?tab=repositories&q=&type=&language=go) \| [Java](https://github.com/Descent098?tab=repositories&q=&type=&language=java) |
| Components In Jinja | A laymens exploration of the component model, and it's implementation in jinja | [Post](https://kieranwood.ca/tech/blog/jinja-components/) \| [Source](https://github.com/descent098/components-in-jinja) | [Python](https://github.com/Descent098?tab=repositories&q=&type=&language=python) |
| React From Scratch | An exploration into setting up reacts functionality manually | [Source](https://github.com/Descent098/react-from-scratch) | [JS](https://github.com/Descent098?tab=repositories&q=&type=&language=javascript) |
| Posts | A collection of code from posts on instagram | [Source](https://github.com/canadian-coding/posts) | [Python](https://github.com/Descent098?tab=repositories&q=&type=&language=python) \| [Go](https://github.com/Descent098?tab=repositories&q=&type=&language=go) \| [JS](https://github.com/Descent098?tab=repositories&q=&type=&language=javascript) \| [Java](https://github.com/Descent098?tab=repositories&q=&type=&language=java) |
| Spark | Visualization library used for the Fall 2020 schulich ignite sessions | [Docs](https://spark.schulichignite.com/) \| [Source](https://github.com/Descent098/spark) | [Python](https://github.com/Descent098?tab=repositories&q=&type=&language=python) \| [JS](https://github.com/Descent098?tab=repositories&q=&type=&language=javascript) |
| Web Commissioner Training | Collection of resources for training the next schulich ignite web comissioner | [Source](https://github.com/Descent098/web-comissioner-training) | [JS](https://github.com/Descent098?tab=repositories&q=&type=&language=javascript) |
| Ezcv Http | An exploration into the various methods to integrate an http server with live reloading into ezcv | [Source](https://github.com/Descent098/ezcv-http) | [Python](https://github.com/Descent098?tab=repositories&q=&type=&language=python) \| [JS](https://github.com/Descent098?tab=repositories&q=&type=&language=javascript) |
:book: Gists
Word Similarity in python
Sockets
Native windows shortcuts
Operating system basics
## Contact
For obvious reasons much of my work is not public, so the information included on this profile is all just my public work. You can contact me [here](https://kieranwood.ca#contact) if you have any questions about other work that I have done, or have a project you want me to join.