About me
My name is Chris Turnbull. I am a software developer based in the North East of England, UK.
With a BSc (Hons) Computing for Industry from Northumbria University, my 23-year IT career has encompassed various roles, including user support and workstation management, Linux server and web administration, and procurement and customer relations.
Having recently worked with machine learning and AI, I have gained diverse knowledge and an ability to adapt my skill set.
I have primarily worked within the education sector, which has consistently provided a stimulating environment for incubating creativity and fostering innovative solutions.
Portfolio
2025
Agentic AI and Vibe Coding

From 2020
Kaggle AI Competition Platform
2023 - 2024
Gateshead Assessment Profile Web App
2024
Using On-Device LLMs to Predict Bitcoin Private Keys
2019 - 2024
Gateshead Learning and Skills CMS

2018 - 2024
kiowa - Advanced Web Server Security & Log Analysis Tool

2018 - 2024
nwb - Node WordPress Backup
From 2014
Linux Servers
From 2014
Application Code
Roles
2017 - 2024
e-Learning ICT Officer (Web & SLA)
Gateshead Council
2013 - 2017
e-Learning ICT Officer (Tech, VLE, LEP)
Gateshead Council
2011 - 2013
Acting Centre Manager
Heworth Grange City Learning Centre
2008 - 2011
Systems Administrator
Heworth Grange City Learning Centre
2004 - 2008
Network Technician
Heworth Grange City Learning Centre
2002 - 2003
ICT Technician
Heworth Grange City Learning Centre