His interests include parsers, compilers, C++ XML, software engineering and Linux. Joel de Guzman is a consultant and software engineer at Boost Consulting (www.boost-consulting.com) with specialization and expertise in the implementation of generic libraries and frameworks, Joel is adept at writing code using modern C++ techniques, especially, but not limited to, template metaprogramming and functional programming in C++. After work, Joel loves to play distortion-laden heavy rock guitar, play around in his home studio, and record his own compositions.