_{WordPress user and developer since 2005.}

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Thorsten is a passionate Engineering Manager and WordPress advocate with 15+ years of experience in web development and technical leadership. He values trust, open communication, and continuous support, empowering engineers to reach their full potential. Committed to mentorship and knowledge sharing, Thorsten encourages a culture of growth, collaboration, and lifelong learning.

With a strong background in object-oriented design, software testing, and scalable architecture, Thorsten has led and supported remote, multicultural teams to architect and deliver high-quality WordPress solutions for enterprise clients.

Since attending the first official German WordCamp in Hamburg in June 2014, Thorsten has been in love with the WordPress community and WordCamps, in particular, where he enjoys both gaining and sharing knowledge.