John Maurer M.A., University of Colorado at Boulder, 2006 B.A., Stanford University, 1999 Email: E komo mai! (Welcome!) As a programmer and data manager at the Hawai‘i Ocean Observing System (HiOOS), I create or configure Web interfaces and other services that provide scientific oceanographic data from a variety of sources, including remote sensing, models, and in situ observations (buoys, moorings, gliders, etc.). Given my background as a geographer and my experience with geographic information systems (GIS), I also work on projects related to online mapping and data visualization. I enjoy making complex scientific geospatial data easier to access, use, and understand, and strive to bridge the gap between science and the general public. On a personal note, I'm originally from St. Louis (near historic Route 66), studied music at Stanford University, am an avid jazz and blues fan, love all things latin (food, music, español), and live in Honolulu on the island of Oahu with my wife, Kasey Barton, and our son Desmond. During pau hana (after work), I enjoy hitting the beach with my ohana (family) or practicing piano. Aloha! Last Updated: September 24, 2009 John Maurer <>