About Paul Stefan Ort
Here is a snapshot of my life as it is at this time. I apologize for the myopic nature of the material. When I describe myself as having certain beliefs or practices, it an expression of my intention and the reality which I generally strive to realize, though my execution and maintenance of ideals is far from perfect.
I am painfully aware of my own tendencies toward pride and must continually battle against them. Pursuit of lofty ideals can easily become nothing other than self-congratulation and prideful vainglory. I welcome correction and insight in this matter.
Nevertheless, there is also a sense in which I believe that prudent stewardship of aptitudes, opportunities, and interactions effected by Providence demands discipline and devotion. The possibility (and inevitability) of failing in aspects of one's life work and falling into pride at times does not invalidate the imperfect presence of desires for humility and wise productivity.
It is my cautious but sincere belief that disposition of my heart is tending to grow in humility, yet this is on the basis of purposes of Providence, not my own intrinsic growth. One important means for collaborating with others having similar objectives and interests for the realization of increased growth and progress is the sharing of one's own agendas. It is in this spirit that I share these details about myself.
Family
- son of Georg and Martha Ort
- brother of Ana Marie Ort and Peter Ort
During this time of singleness, I aim to make wise preparations for the likely forming of my own family in the future. My parents have taught me much and I am deeply indebted to them for their wisdom, responsibility, and direction. They undertook home education and sought to provide high-quality opportunities for learning, for which I am grateful. Their attempts at instruction, while frequently not met with appropriate responsiveness, were valuable. I appreciate their counsel.
Church
I am privileged and grateful to be part of Grace Bible Church in Tulsa, Oklahoma.
It is my conviction that participation in the local church is of essential importance, being instituted by God for the purpose of realizing His purposes for His people.
While I believe that the use of labels can lead to oversimplification and trivialization, my Christian doctrinal convictions are generally Reformed and baptistic, in broad agreement with the 1689 London Baptist Confession of Faith.
Learning
- I believe in lifelong learning.
- I believe in the polymathic ideal.
- I know little and must grow in many ways.
Formal Qualifications
- graduated from high school in 2007
- BA in Computer Science through Thomas Edison State College (2010)
- CompTIA certified (A+, Network+)
Personal Priorities in Learning
- It is my aim to read extensively and widely.
- I am interested in accelerated learning.
- I tend to focus on computation, business and music in my studies.
Some of my primary areas of curiosity include computation (particularly in the realms of data structures and algorithms, quantum computers, and information storage and retrieval systems), learning (particularly the areas of memory and cognition), and music composition (particularly from a classically inspired perspective).
Work
I am an IT manager, computer consultant, orchestral violinist, and entrepreneur.
- I solve computer problems and build websites.
- I study businesses and work on improving them.
Employment
- IT Manager and Web Developer, Literacy & Evangelism International
- Violinist, Signature Symphony Orchestra
Consulting
- Pro IT Help — computer consulting and web development
Ventures
- information product development and marketing
- business organization and automation
- personal development planning assistance
Contact me if you would like to collaborate.
Music
I have been studying the violin and piano for more than ten years. I am primarily interested in classical music. My goal is a measure of mastery of the instruments and their standard repertoire, with potential projects in composition.
Contact me if you would like to discuss musical ventures.
Writings
I am convinced that writing is one of the most critical skills that can be developed. I write because it forces me to think more deeply and because I hope to occasionally have something worthwhile to say. Regardless of whether one publishes anything that one writes, there are immense personal benefits to the practice of writing.
For myself, I have found it beneficial to write in these ways:
- maintaining a journal
- recording rising and resting times every day
- recording the major events of each day
- recording consumption of food and engagement in physical exercise
- documenting of music practice sessions
- analyzing and summarizing books I have read
- writing articles and treatises on topics of personal interest
Some of my writings are publicly available through my blog. Most are concealed at this time, as well they should be.