Hi, I’m Max.
Software developer for a free, decentralized and democratic web.

Welcome to my corner of the internet. I've been building software for the web for over 20 years. Sadly, in that time, the web has evolved into a handful of monopolized platforms, largely controlled by billionaires and shaped by their interests.

As an early internet user and later a web developer, I still remember a more decentralized web—built by the people, for the people. It wasn’t dominated by algorithms, ads, cookie banners, or AI-generated content.

Rather than continuing to hand over my content to centralized platforms that can do whatever they like with it, I’ve decided to step away and contribute to the original vision of a decentralized, collaborative web—starting with my own website.

These days, I’m using my free time to turn this site into my personal platform. Here, I share my experiences of trying to leave the centralized web behind and carve out a small space in the decentralized one.

Beyond the open and independent web, I’m interested in many other topics, which will also find a home here. You’ll find five RSS feeds you can follow: all blog posts (in German or English), as well as separate feeds for my German notes and English notes.

Enjoy exploring,
Max