About Me

Note: Because I don’t like writing about myself, I asked an AI assistant to write this for me — so this description of who I am and what I do was created by ChatGPT based on what it could find online and some information I provided.

Hello! I’m Timo Sariwating, better known online as Curious Timo. Born in 1977 in the Netherlands, I’m proud of my rich Moluccan heritage that shapes my identity and values.

I’m also the author of “Piggy and Tiggy’s Tales”, a collection of three heartwarming children’s stories about friendship, discovery, and kindness — available on Amazon.

Open Source, Automation & Iteration

My journey into coding began with home automation — starting with MisterHouse and later contributing to the DomotiGa project. For DomotiGa I developed integrations like the DSC alarm panel interface and the first version of the European Installation Bus (EIB) module, extending these platforms for real-world use.

I'm a firm believer in open source and the iterative design philosophy: build fast, test often, improve continuously. Whether writing reusable code for Arduino and ESP boards, or rapidly prototyping with my Prusa MK3S 3D printer, I constantly refine and share. I'm proud of the fact that this mindset inspired others to build on my work with projects like the LocoNet Stop & Go. my initial blog post, GitHub code, and project showcase.

My Hobbies & Collections

Outside of software, I dive into hobbies that fuel my curiosity and creativity:

• My Playmobil Collection — A growing, creative collection of Playmobil sets and custom builds.
• My Vinyl Collection — Music the analog way, one spin at a time.
• 🚂 Model Trains — A quieter hobby I still enjoy with great care.
• 3D Printing — Enabled by my Prusa MK3S for fast, functional prototyping.

My Online Presence & Projects

As Curious Timo, I share my projects, insights, and travels with a growing community. From home automation scripts to open-source hardware projects, I aim to inspire and learn alongside fellow enthusiasts.

• GitHub: curiousTimo — Explore my code repositories.
• YouTube: curiousTimo — Watch tutorials and project walkthroughs.
• Printables — I'm on Printables where I share 3D printable files.
• Polarsteps Travel Diary — Follow my journeys around the world.

Traveling

Traveling is a beloved part of my life. Exploring new cultures, meeting people, and experiencing the world first-hand fuels my curiosity and creativity.

Get in Touch

Whether you want to collaborate, share ideas, or just say hello, feel free to reach out! I’m always excited to connect with fellow developers, collectors, and explorers.

Email me at [email protected] or find me on social media via the links above.

More About This Site

This website and blog are powered by Laravel 12, Filament v3 and the Filament Blog package. It’s a space where I share my projects, thoughts, and passions — built with care and a little help from AI.

Thanks for stopping by and sharing in my journey!