Hello, I am
Thomas Dachauer
Full-Stack Developer | Former ICU Nurse
From managing critical care to architecting robust software. I build clean, efficient applications that solve real-world problems without losing my cool.
About Me
My journey into software development is a bit unconventional. For a decade, my daily life involved making high-stakes, split-second decisions as an ICU and Emergency Room nurse. I thrived on the complex problem-solving required in critical care, but I eventually wanted to channel that analytical energy into building things from the ground up—and secure a better work-life balance for my family.
Today, I apply that exact same triage mindset to writing code. Diagnosing a bug, staying calm under pressure, and communicating clearly across a team aren't new concepts to me; they are how I operated every day. I'm currently honing my engineering skills at kood/Sisu, a unique peer-to-peer coding program where I focus heavily on building practical, real-world backend systems.
Off the screen, I'm a tinkerer and an outdoorsman. You'll likely find me wiring up ESP32 microcontrollers, hitting the trails on my bike, mountaineering, or just going for a run with my dog.
Technical Skills
Experience & Education
Education
kood/Sisu
Oct 2025 – Oct 2027
Full Stack Developer Program
Immersed in an intensive, teacher-less coding environment. Building scalable applications from scratch, focusing on algorithms, architecture, and mastering Go and Python through collaboration and self-driven problem solving.
JAMK University of Applied Sciences
Jan 2012 – Jun 2015
Bachelor of Health Care (AMK)
Specialized in Child Health and Neonatal Nursing. Developed the foundation for evidence-based practice and critical patient care.
Helsingin Sosiaali- ja Terveysalan oppilaitos
2007 – 2009
Practical Nurse (Lähihoitaja)
Specialization in Emergency Care (Ensihoito).
Experience
Wellbeing Services County of Central Finland
May 2015 - Sep 2025
Registered Nurse (NICU, ED, ICU)
Spent a decade on the frontlines of healthcare. Mastered the art of rapid triage, clear communication in crises, and methodical problem-solving when every second counts.
City of Jyväskylä
Sep 2017 - Apr 2019
Nurse (Child Protection)
Responsible for medication management and coordination with specialist doctors. Provided care and support for children in crisis.
HUS & City of Helsinki
Jan 2008 - Sep 2011
Practical Nurse
Early career clinical experience building core medical, home care, and patient-interaction skills across the HUS region.
Get In Touch
Interested in collaborating, discussing technology, or building something cool together?