About

👋 Hi, I’m James Ashford, and welcome to my personal blog! I love exploring how we can use technology not as a distraction, but as a tool to build community, spread the Gospel, and honour God. I believe that technology can be a blessing, and that every digital interaction is an opportunity to reflect Christ’s love.

I was born in Norwich, UK (mid 90's) and was raised in rural Norfolk for all of my childhood. I developed a passion for computers from a young age and ever since I taught myself to code and develop websites in high school, I was destined to pursue an education in computing.

I'm currently an academic based in South Wales, UK, and I hold a PhD in Computer Science from Cardiff University. I have a passion for writing about the role of technology in our modern world, with a particular interests in social computing and the influence of technology on our daily lives.

✍️ For more technical writing, check out my other research blog.

📖 Philippians 3:8: "What is more, I consider everything a loss because of the surpassing worth of knowing Christ Jesus my Lord, for whose sake I have lost all things. I consider them garbage, that I may gain Christ.".

📖 Psalm 20:7: "Some trust in chariots and some in horses, but we trust in the name of the Lord our God.".

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