--- title: About description: Learn more about me and who I am --- ## Introduction My name is Brian. I'm a 17-year-old tech enthusiast from the [Republic of Ireland](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Republic_of_Ireland). My pronouns are *he/him/his*, I am diagnosed autistic and chronically ill. - **My primary interest lies in computer hardware.** I'd often watch retro tech YouTubers growing up, fascinated by how computers have evolved and how they functioned. - **I am currently learning HTML and CSS** and aim to start learning JavaScript soon. - My favourite tea is [Bewley's Gold Blend Tea](https://bewleys.com/products/bewleys-gold-blend-tea), while my favourite coffee is a [Califia Farms Mocha Coffee with Almond](https://www.califiafarms.co.uk/products/mocha-coffee-with-almond-2/) cold brew. ## Chronic illness I was diagnosed with an autonomic nervous system disorder called POTS (Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome) in January 2025. I have ongoing chronic fatigue, intermittent joint pain, low stamina, brain fog, lightheadedness & blood pooling, among other things. I am out of education for the time being and spend my time at home. --- ## Contacting me I do not currently have any *public* social media presence aside from: - [Bluesky - @whiny.lol](https://bsky.app/profile/whiny.lol) - [YouTube - @whinylol](https://youtube.com/@whinylol) Please do not engage with any social media profile of mine that is not shown above, you will be blocked! [Click here to contact me for feedback or accessibility issues](/website-info/#feedback) --- ![A small, white, female Cockapoo dog. She has a dark pink collar with a little yellow bow attatched to it. She is laying on concrete with her head facing towards the camera.](/Ruby.png "This is our family dog Ruby, an 8-year-old Cockapoo. She doesn't seem to like you...")