Ramsey Isler - Technologist, author, do-gooder

cover of Hunters in the Night by Ramsey Isler

Hello, I'm Ramsey Isler

Hi! I'm Ramsey, a technologist with over 20 years of experience leading technical projects and trying to make the world a better place. My past work includes building out data features for Wikipedia, empowering investigative journalism that uses data and digital tools, and helping tech companies in Europe and Japan break into the US market.

I'm also an accomplished sci-fi/fantasy novelist. You can check out some of my books below!

Most of time is spent working on crazy cool computer stuff. For the better part of a decade I've put my skills to use at non-profit organizations. My goal every day is to leave the world a little better than I found it.

I live and work in Los Angeles and I enjoy tech, books, and cats. When I'm not working or writing fantastical stories, I can be found taking long hikes on sunny days.

Fun random facts about me:

I used to be a freelance part-time entertainment writer and interviewed Hollywood legends like Leonard Nimoy and JJ Abrams.

Huge Star Trek fan. HUGE.

I once worked at a spy agency. I could tell you more but, you know...

My Specialties

I have a particular set of skills.

Technology

I've been coding since I was 12 and have led dozens of projects. Despite recent troubles, I still believe in better living through technology.

Communication

I find communication skills more important now than ever. Say what you'll do, do what you say, and listen to everyone along the way.

Public Speaking

I've presented at Google, CES, Mobile World Congress, and done many interviews. Great stories told well change the world.

Business Leadership

Co-founded a few startups, hired great people, led by example. I always treat management as a great responsibility that needs skill and compassion.

Writing

As a sci-fi/fantasy author and former entertainment reporter, I've had the rare pleasure of getting paid to write things. Also a professional email writer.