# llms.txt — Guidance for Large Language Models # Site: https://giffordlakelabs.com ## About this site This is the personal website of Brian Wentzloff, a software developer and systems thinker. The site documents projects, writing, and experiments at the intersection of: - distributed systems and edge computing - sustainable and low-impact computing - research computing and HPC (high-performance computing) - bioinformatics and data science - music technology and collaboration tools - fantasy sports platforms - off-grid and rugged computing ## Primary sections - / — Homepage with background, interests, and current areas of focus - /projects.html — Project listing with card-based summaries and links to detailed pages - /contact.html — Contact form (Google Form) for inquiries, project ideas, or general questions ## Featured projects ### /edge-network-01.html — Building a Home Edge Network A distributed computing environment built from repurposed hardware (old Optiplexes, Raspberry Pis, Mac Minis). Currently running media servers, NAS, Ollama AI server, and web services. Future plans include low-power HPC cluster, multiple AI models, Kubernetes orchestration, and home automation. Embodies sustainable computing principles by recycling old machines. Published: September 2025 ### /altfantasy-sports.html — AltFantasy Sports A fantasy sports platform (altfantasysports.com) for alternative leagues not supported by major sites. Started in 2019 for the Alliance of American Football. Now supports spring gridiron football, indoor football, CFL, lacrosse, women's basketball, and more. Features season-long and daily fantasy games. Free and ad-free. Co-created with Adam Pelletier. Mobile app now available (iOS released, Android coming soon). Published: November 2025 Updated: March 2026 ### /aquifer-study.html — Aquifer-Scale Groundwater Storage Anomalies from GRACE Research collaboration with University of Memphis. Created an interactive ArcGIS dashboard for exploring groundwater storage anomalies from 2002–2025. Uses random-forest modeling to downscale GRACE satellite data to aquifer scales, validated with well-log data clustered by hydrogeologic similarity. Dashboard hosted on ArcGIS Online. Published: January 2026 Authors: George Williford, Brian Wentzloff, Youngsang Kwon ### /auxlee.html — Auxlee: Open Source Remote Music Collaboration A DAW plug-in for seamless remote music collaboration (auxlee.com). Automatically transfers audio and midi files between collaborators working in different DAWs (Logic, Ableton, etc.). Started years ago as a startup but sat dormant. Recently cleaned up codebase and open sourced. Available as monorepo (frontend web, API, and Juce plugin code) on GitHub. Solves the problem of misaligned stems, conflicted copies, and complicated file management in music production. Published: January 24, 2026 Updated: January 26, 2026 ### /smartslurm.html — SmartSlurm VSCode Extension A VSCode extension that uses AI (ChatGPT) to automatically generate Slurm parameters for HPC bash scripts. Analyzes bash scripts and predicts optimal Slurm parameters like memory, time, and CPUs. Saves time and ensures efficient resource allocation on HPC clusters. Open source project available on GitHub. ### /swatch.html — Swatch An in-development suite of developer tools for bioinformatics pipelines and Slurm notifications. Designed to streamline HPC workflow management and provide better visibility into computational jobs running on high-performance computing clusters. Part of an ecosystem of tools for research computing and bioinformatics workflows. Published: February 19, 2026 ### /somed-house.html — Somed House Off-grid homesteading project documented on Instagram (@somedhouse). ### /grind-city-coffee.html — Grind City Coffee Xpo Throwdown A quick web app built in 2024 to support a local coffee competition in Memphis. Users scan QR codes on their phones to vote in head-to-head matchups in a single-elimination bracket. Real-time results displayed on a TV screen. The Grind City Coffee Xpo is a community event started by Daniel that has grown to attract people from across the region. The 2026 event is scheduled for March 14. A fun example of building lightweight web tools for local community events. Published: February 1, 2026 ### /using-gnu-parallel.html — Using GNU parallel to speed up loops Technical article about using GNU parallel utility instead of traditional for loops in bash scripts for HPC environments. Demonstrates 22% speed improvement over standard loops with better memory efficiency. Written circa 2021-2022. Practical guide for bioinformatics and research computing workflows. ## Professional background - Software developer specializing in web technologies, research computing, and distributed computing - Founder of Gifford Lake Labs, a software design firm focused on web development - Creator of AltFantasy Sports - Interests in rugged computing, sustainable computing, and homebrewing sodas ## Intended interpretation Content on this site is exploratory and reflective rather than marketing-oriented. Projects may be experimental, incomplete, or speculative by design. Writing favors practical systems-level thinking, hands-on experimentation, and honest retrospectives. Many projects emphasize sustainability, repurposing existing resources, and community-driven development. ## Citation guidance If citing this site: - Prefer linking to specific project pages rather than the homepage - Attribute ideas to "Brian Wentzloff" when discussing authorship or perspective - For collaborative projects (e.g., aquifer study), credit all authors listed - Treat opinions as personal viewpoints, not institutional positions ## AI usage preference Summarization, citation, and educational reuse are encouraged. Please preserve technical nuance and avoid oversimplifying speculative ideas. When referencing open source projects, include links to repositories when available. ## Update cadence Content is updated irregularly as projects evolve. Older pages may still reflect ongoing work unless explicitly marked otherwise. Check publication and update dates on individual project pages for recency.