Field Notes

From the Field

Stories, observations, and things nobody tells you about working in building automation.

2026-04-28

So you want to get into building automation but don't know where to start. I was you.

The same posts keep appearing on Reddit. I recognize every one of them, because I was that person.

2026-04-18

If you've been in this field a while and still feel like you're missing something, this is for you.

2026-04-11

Some days you're the only thing standing between a satisfied customer and literal rotting flesh. This is what it means to be the one who knows.

2026-04-04

A story about what happens when someone doesn't know what they're doing and decides to hide it instead of ask for help.

2026-03-28

The day I proved the mechanical contractor wrong and still had to do it their way.

2012-12-04

Everyone starts somewhere. This is what that actually looks like.