He had such a complex personality. :-/

The first time I noticed him was at the YAPC::EU in Riga in 2011, when he gave a talk and was going into lengthy details how annoying German developers are. Literally!

I was gobsmacked ...

I think he was very kind in personal contact over the years, but this first impression stuck and I kept a distance. Admittedly I also had problems deciphering his accent.

I didn't follow all the drama and controversies in the following years, but met some of his collateral damages.

I think a lesson learned for the community is that a ingenious developer is not necessarily a gifted leader. And idealizing them means damaging them.

Last time I saw him was at another YAPC:EU I think it was 2019 in Riga again, we spoke a little and I was shocked how weakened he looked. :-(

May his soul rest in peace.

Cheers Rolf
(addicted to the Perl Programming Language :)
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