Hi, I'm Tobias
Software developer focused on open-source, infrastructure as code, CI/CD pipelines, and GIS.
I currently work as Team Lead Software Development at WhereGroup, a company specialized in open-source GIS infrastructure.
What I Focus On
- Open GIS Infrastructure – OSS stacks for spatial data and mapping applications
- MapComponents – Lead architect of a modular spatial UI framework
- DevOps & CI/CD – Container architecture design with Docker, Kubernetes, and modern CI systems (GitHub Actions, GitLab CI, Jenkins, Azure Pipelines, etc.)
- Process Standardization – Versioning, build & deployment workflows across multiple teams
- Creative Tools & OSS Projects – Developer of CLI utilities, automation tools, and web-based creative tools
Selected Projects
| Project | Description |
|---|---|
| MapComponents | Modular open-source UI framework for spatial web apps – built with React |
| autobashcraft | A tool designed to automate the creation of screencasts from bash code blocks embedded in markdown files |
| nametag-designer.com | Webapp to design 3D printable nameplates – featured on Hackaday |
| cosmic-ork-conflict | A quirky non-interactive RTS built with MapComponents – play here |
| stlmaps | An experiment exploring a monorepo architecture with a Rust WASM module that processes map data directly in the browser, generating printable 3D models. Public deployment: stlmaps |
| placeskull | Creator of placeskull.com a SVG placeholder graphics service serving SVG skulls in all colors or dimensions (2012) |
Other Background
- Co-founder & former CTO of dahabtours GmbH, a tour operator specializing in cultural group travel
- OSS contributor and core team member across several organizations
- Migration of legacy infrastructure to Kubernetes with modern CI/CD workflows
- Authored internal guidelines for container-based architecture and deployment
Connect with Me
- GitHub: @cioddi
Always happy to connect, collaborate, or talk open-source, GIS, software development, or DevOps practices.