Nicolas Frankel operates as a successful Java / Java EE architect since more than 10 years of experience in consulting for different clients. Based in France, he also practices (or practiced) as WebSphere Application Server administrator, certified Valtech trainer and part-time lecturer in different French universities, so as to broaden his understanding of software craftmanship.His interests in IT are diversified, ranging from Rich Client Application, to Quality Processes via Open Source Software and Build Automation. When not tinkering with new products, or writing blog posts, he may be found practicing sport: squash, kickboxing and ski at the moment. Other leisure activities include reading novels, motorcycles, photography and drawing, not necessarily in that order.
