Author: Crispian Blackbourn

Crispian Blackbourn is a technologist with a background in electrical contracting, wholesale, and IT. A long-time open-source enthusiast, he focuses on prototyping ERP and POS solutions using iDempiere, Java, Spring Boot, and React. He centers on developing modular plugins and backend integrations that connect real-world retail operations with modern, scalable architectures. Outside of tech, he’s also a musician, husband, and father of five—bringing both creativity and practicality to everything he builds.