Hey there, I'm Eric Van Johnson, and I'm the guy who helps steer the ship at PHP Architect – a motley crew of frontend, backend, and mobile developers who are basically wizards with code. We're all about bringing the magic to web and app development. When I'm not wrangling code and herding developers, you can catch me orchestrating the php[tek] conference, which is like Comic-Con but for PHP geeks (minus the capes, unfortunately). I'm also one of the masterminds behind San Diego PHP (SDPHP), a local gang of PHP enthusiasts who gather to swap stories, tricks, and the occasional meme. We're basically the Avengers of the PHP world, minus the superpowers. And if that's not enough, I'm also a podcast guy. You can hear me gabbing away on shows like PHPUgly, PHPRoundtable, and the php[podcast], where I spill the beans on all things tech and have some seriously nerdy conversations. So, if you're into PHP, tech, or just a good laugh, you've come to the right place. Stick around, and let's dive into the wild world of coding and community together!