About Me

Experience

Based in Christchurch with over 10 years experience as a programmer, I've had a computer since I was 5 and been fixing them since I was around 10. Degree in Computer Science from Warwick, UK. Surface-mount soldering. Fault-finding and diagnosis.

Rates

$40/hour + GST
negotiable for longer projects or special circumstances

Work

If it involves computers, drop me an email and I'll be able to either tell you that I can help or point you in the right direction. Gardening is a nice change from sitting in front of a computer so I'm happy to do some of that for $20/hour + GST

References

TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN

Over the past 6 months I have called Andy Riden with computer problems, mainly organising files and tuition of photograph transferring etc. On each occasion Andy turned up promptly and solved the problem, plus he tutored me on how to go about doing it myself in the future. I would recommend Andy to anyone to rectify problems and train you in your computer needs.

GARY COCKRAM, VEHICLES ON MONTREAL

I blew up my PA system at my sister's wedding, which in itself was bad timing, but I also needed it to practice (and to use) for an upcoming gig. Andy said he would take a look at it for me before I sent it back to the music shop for a no doubt expensive lengthy repair. Within no time at all he had diagnosed the problem and ordered a part to fix it, and once the part arrived he had it up and going super fast, and I even think it now sounds better than before! Cheers Andy, you saved me a bunch of money and also saved me from a long wait!

ROB FINDLATER, SUPERSIMIANS VOCALIST

"Dropped a brick on my desktop which seemed to take objection to that treatment. At short notice, Andy salvaged all my photos (unbacked up of course) and other stuff, before replacing hard drive. Came all the way out to Akaroa to reinstall fixed unit. Ideal service for those of us who cannot be bothered to be computer-savvy - quick and easy. Thank you Andy"

JOANNA HASE, www.wildwychwood.com