Hello, I’m Robert Taylor, A.K.A. Robot Terror

Site Reliability Engineer, traveler, and technology enthusiast currently exploring Taiwan while building innovative tech projects. After several years working in the Bay Area, I decided to take a sabbatical to explore new places and technologies.

Professional Background

I specialize in:

• Cloud architecture and AWS services
• Mobile app enablement (backend services for Android an iOS)
• Infrastructure as Code with Terraform
• DevOps and CI/CD pipelines
• AI-assisted development

Current Projects

During my travels, I’ve been exploring the intersection of AI, cloud services, and mobile development. Some recent projects include:

• Personal VPN Control System: A complete solution for deploying and managing a personal VPN service using AWS, Terraform, and iOS
• TerrorTunnels: Privacy-focused communication tools for travelers
• AI-Generated Development: Experimenting with AI tools like ChatGPT and Claude for code generation

Travel & Adventure

My sabbatical in Taiwan has taken me through:

• Jiufen
• Keelung
• Kaohsiung
• Tainan
• Xiding Mountains
• and, of course, Taipei

Each location deserves its own blog post. Hmm…

Why “Robot Terror”?

The name combines my interest in automation and AI (“Robot”) with a playful nod to the sometimes concerning implications of technology (“Terror”). It’s a reminder to build technology mindfully, with awareness of both its benefits and potential risks.

Most importantly, though: it’s a malapropism of my given name “Robert Taylor” which you can read about here. The nickname eventually stuck so well that it even made it onto my official office nameplate at Adobe in Seattle!

Connect With Me

• GitHub
• Threads
• LinkedIn
• Email: re@liability.engineering

Photography

When not coding, I enjoy photography. You can find some of my travel photos on Instagram.