My education and work background centers around computing and electronic media. I have M.F.A in electronic music, ten years of experience as a software engineer in Silicon Valley (including three years at Apple as a developer technical writer). I have also managed multimedia labs at Mills College in Oakland and The Evergreen State College in Olympia, WA.

I can provide training/tutoring in electronic music, video editing, multimedia authoring, and software development.

Software training available:

  1. iMovie, iDVD, Garage Band
  2. Final Cut Pro
  3. Photoshop
  4. Digital Performer
  5. MaxMSP
Tetraktys Consulting

If you're having technology troubles, I can help.

I specialize in Macintosh hardware/software setup, upgrades, repair, and training.

(I work on Linux boxes too...)
Darren Gibbs
TechnoShaman
I have been using and maintaining computers (especially Macs) in a variety of environments for more than twenty years. Since 2001 I have been providing on-site and phone support for home and business users in the Bay Area.

I can help with:

  1. Computer and peripheral purchases
  2. OS and application upgrades
  3. Crashing/freezing problems
  4. Server setup and configuration
  5. Backup strategies
  6. DSL and cable modem installation
  7. Wired and wireless network setup
  8. RAM installation
  9. Hard disk replacement
Sliding Scale fee structure

Student Discounts

Contact me:
darren at tetraktys dot com