David Christopher Ginn
IT Professional | AI Implementer | Creative Technologist
Professional Profile
A resourceful and analytical IT professional with a Higher National Certificate in Computer Systems Engineering and extensive hands-on experience in system administration, hardware diagnostics, and emerging AI technologies. Proven ability to manage IT infrastructure, develop innovative technical solutions (e.g., integrating LLMs with IoT devices), and support diverse user groups. Combines a strong technical foundation with a creative, problem-solving mindset honed through 10+ years of experience in digital media and content creation.
Core Competencies
AI & Machine Learning
- Local LLM Deployment
- Image Generation Systems
- IoT & AI System Integration
DevOps & Virtualisation
- Docker Containerisation
- Development Environments
Hardware & Systems
- System Administration
- Hardware Diagnostics
- Network Configuration
- IoT (Raspberry Pi)
Software & Platforms
- Windows, macOS & Linux
- WordPress (CMS)
- Adobe Creative Suite
A visual breakdown of my technical focus, highlighting a strong foundation in systems and a growing expertise in AI implementation.
Career Journey
This timeline showcases a career path that blends deep technical expertise with roles requiring creative and strategic thinking. Click on any role to see the key responsibilities and achievements.
Project Spotlight
Home Automation AI System
To explore practical AI applications and ensure data privacy, I developed a fully localized home automation system. This project demonstrates skills in system architecture, IoT integration, and running AI models on resource-constrained hardware.
System Architecture
Voice Input
(e.g., Microphone)
→
Raspberry Pi
(Home Assistant)
→
Local Network
(API Call)
→
PC / Server
(Dockerized LLM)
Education & Foundation
Higher National Certificate
Computer Systems Engineering
Greenwich University | 2003-2005
BA (Hons) Photography
First Class (1:1)
University of Hertfordshire | 2013-2019