Culture, Code and
Creativity

Over twenty years building resilient systems and mentoring teams that care about the people behind the pixels. Join me as I push the edge of tech and creativity.

About Me

Developer • Traveler • Music Producer

Ali Watters

I build engineering cultures with intent. I believe every system is a reflection of the team that shaped it: design an organisation for clarity, autonomy and continuous learning, and the technology will mirror those qualities. I've scaled teams from a handful of engineers to hundreds, guided health-tech platforms and community sites like TravelBlog.org, and delivered systems that balance pragmatism with bold, long-term vision.

When I’m not writing code or shaping the teams behind it, I’m soaking up life in Portland with my wife and our three kids. But the moment our calendars align, we chase horizons: swapping misty forests for coral walls, logging dives, and collecting stories from dozens of countries. Each trip shared on TravelBlog.org. At home, I continue exploration into the realms of sound.

As Xepi, I create synthwave and melodic downtempo electronica from my studio in Portland, OR. My latest releases blend nostalgic synthesizer sounds with modern production techniques, exploring themes of technology, nature, and possible futures.

Projects

Recent Work

A showcase of my work across technology, travel, and music.

TravelBlog.org - Community Platform

A comprehensive travel blogging platform where users can share their adventures, discover new destinations, and connect with fellow travelers worldwide.

View my travels

Xepi Music Project

Synthwave and melodic downtempo electronica exploring themes of technology and nostalgia. Albums include "One Possible Future," "Dream State," and "86."

Listen to Xepi

Contact

Let's Connect

Interested in working together or just want to say hello? I'd love to hear from you.