Devin W.C. Ryan

Hi, I’m Devin Ryan an R/C pilot, software developer, lifelong learner and family man.

Check out my builds and development projects.

LATEST POSTS

PHP Upgrade for Site Health

Today I got my new desktop computer set up and once up and running wanted to get back to blogging as I have a backlog to catch up on.  I was feeling brave though and made some additional setting changes in my cPanel, due to one of the health issues being flagged around my outdated

The Evolution of STEM

I am a big support of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics), which likely doesn’t come as a surprise to anyone who has even had a brief encounter with me.  My love of STEM goes back as far as I can remember.  Which is why I was excited to see this LEGO set being released
Leonardo Da Vinci's Flying Machine Box Top

Leonardo Da Vinci’s Flying Machine

This post was a long time coming, as I completed this lovely build on March 13th.  I received this set as a gift for my birthday from my family.  I enjoyed this build and with 493 pieces it took a couple relaxing sessions to complete.  Reading the nuggets of information throughout the build that LEGO

Motorized Lighthouse (11-13)

On February 15th I was able to continue building my lighthouse.  This started with Bag 11 which was the assembly the the cabins roof.  I really liked the look of the roof with the chimney on one end and the added touch of smoke coming up like a cozy fire is on.  The front has
Bag 7 Completed

Motorized Lighthouse (7-10)

On January 25th made progress on the cabin and the surrounding area by adding in the railing, bricks around the corners, door and putting on the door itself.  I also mounted the fish which helps anchor the cabin by going into the lighthouse.  The building itself clicks into the yellow circle piece on the base. 
Motorized Lighthouse Bag 6 This sticker was inspired by a private photo from Sandro from a family trip to Gaspesie. In LEGO version they added Sandro’s mother to complete the photo

Motorized Lighthouse (4-6)

On January 19th I was able to work on my build for a while, which included completing the wall which will cover the battery pack so it blends into the terrain.  I also completed the foundation of the lighthouse, and you can see where it will be by the assembly to drive the lighthouse coming

THE HANGAR

Currently building an Aero 3D aerobatic aircraft by Mr. AeroDesign, which has a 68 ⅛” wing span and a length of 61 5/16”

ABOUT DEVIN RYAN

I’m a software developer residing in Keewatin, ON.  I have experience in developing custom solutions for SharePoint, mobile and Windows desktop.  I thrive on solving puzzles whether with software to improve business processes, building R/C airplanes or jigsaws.