Rolf – Founder of LampDatabase

Hi, I’m Rolf

I’ve been writing code and fixing code for Australian businesses & government since 1995 — long before “web developer” was even a job title.

30+ Years Experience No Outsourcing Ever Prompt Replies Reduced Rates for Non-Profits

My Journey

I started programming because I had to — back in the 90s I was fixing broken systems for clients and realised the only way to truly solve problems was to understand (and often rewrite) the code myself.

Since 2005 I’ve almost exclusively built bespoke solutions rather than using off-the-shelf software. Why? Because custom code means:

  • Lower long-term costs
  • No licence fees or lock-in
  • Exactly the features you need — nothing you don’t
  • Lightning-fast performance and rock-solid security

Beyond the Keyboard

I’ve started, run, and sold multiple businesses — from MacTherapy (Apple IT support in Perth) to being a founder of Radiowan, Australia’s first ISM-band broadband ISP (later ASX-listed as Datafast).

I’ve also built embedded systems, flown charter planes out of Jandakot, and once had a mesh networking technology stolen by a venture capitalist (lesson learned!).

These days I spend my free time flying paragliders — there’s nothing quite like hiking up a mountain with your wing on your back and soaring home on thermals.

Why Work With Me?

No Agencies. No Middlemen.

You deal directly with the person writing your code — me. No project managers, no offshore teams, no surprises.

Speed & Reliability

I answer emails in minutes, not days. Most support requests are fixed the same day.

Honest & Transparent

Fixed-price server work, clear quotes, no hidden fees. Non-profits and small businesses always get fair pricing.

Built to Last

Clean, documented, maintainable code that you own 100%. No black-box plugins or themes.

Let’s Talk About Your Project

Every conversation starts with a free 15-minute call — no sales pressure, just honest advice.