Developer bridging the gap between hardware and software. Specializing in low-level architecture, custom kernel development, and pushing PC hardware to its limits.
I am a systems programmer who enjoys dismantling and optimizing complex machines, whether that means architecting a custom memory management system, overclocking hardware, or tuning an engine.
- AuraDE: An unofficial ChromiumOS Ash-based desktop environment for Arch Linux, with Wayland/X11 support, hardware integration, recovery tooling, and optional local AI.
- Vib-OS: Developing a custom Unix-like operating system from the ground up. Currently focused on engineering the core low-level components, including the kernel architecture, task scheduler, and memory management subsystems.
- Project GOAT: Training and evaluating Gemma 4 12B as a compiler and execution-verified specialist for OS, firmware, and low-level systems development, with the long-term goal of pushing a small open model toward frontier-level performance.
- Custom PC architecture, CPU/GPU overclocking, VBIOS modification, and deep-level hardware troubleshooting
When I'm not compiling kernels or benchmarking rigs, you can usually find me:
- In the garage: Repairing and modifying cars (currently keeping a 2004 Infiniti FX45 and a 1999 Ford Expedition on the road).
- Playing music: Practicing the clarinet, flute, and saxophone, often working on classical pieces like Fauré's Fantasie.
- Outdoors: Tending to my papaya and orange trees.
- Email: cameron.paynevmware@gmail.com
- Always happy to chat about OS architecture, hardware tuning, or automotive mods!