About

Hi, I'm Henrik Nørfjand Stengaard.

Independent IT consultant, architect and engineer. I founded First Realize to help companies turn ambitious ideas into systems that actually work.

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My story

Software that works – inside and out

I have a solid background in building websites, applications, microservices and cloud services. My core strength is backend development, and I'm just as comfortable working on the frontend when a project calls for it.

Much of my work is cross‑platform, so the solutions I build run equally well on Windows, macOS and Linux. I care a lot about first impressions: the software I deliver should be easy to use, and just as well structured underneath as it looks on the surface.

I'm full of ideas, so I rarely meet a problem that can't be solved. In a team, I'm a good team player who communicates clearly, takes initiative and works towards the goal. On independent assignments, I work focused and with full concentration.

In my spare time I explore and try out new technologies and frameworks. I also maintain a number of open source projects on GitHub, which grew out of my own needs and a wish to share them with the community and fellow developers.

Values

How I work

01

Pragmatic

The simplest solution that solves the real problem – not the trendiest one.

02

Transparent

Clear communication, honest estimates and no hidden agendas or vendor lock‑in.

03

Hands‑on

Strategy is only as good as its execution. I write code, not just slides.

Experience

Career highlights

  1. 2011 – today

    Freelance IT Consultant, First Realize

    Independent consultant building websites, web APIs, apps, desktop applications, microservices and service integrations for clients such as LEGO, Energinet, GN ReSound and Falck Healthcare.

  2. 2009 – 2010

    System Consultant, Twins A/S

    Developed websites and Windows applications, and automated how solutions were compiled, configured and published.

  3. 2008 – 2009

    Technical Consultant, Valtech A/S

    Web development at a consultancy focused on web, e‑commerce and digital strategy. Introduced automated quality control with unit, integration and web tests as part of continuous integration.

  4. 2001 – 2008

    System Developer, Aarhus University

    Built websites, applications, databases and reporting for genetics and biotechnology research at the Faculty of Agricultural Sciences, on a data foundation of more than 10 terabytes.

  5. 1999 – 2001

    AP Degree in Computer Science, Erhvervsakademi Dania

    Datamatiker education at the IT Academy in Skive, with programming as an elective.

Years of experience
20+
Years as a freelancer
15
Client projects
20+

Certifications

  • SAFe 5 Practitioner (2020)
  • EPiServer Certified Developer, CMS 7 (2013)
  • EPiServer Certified Developer, CMS 6 (2012)
  • Microsoft 70-583: Designing and Developing Windows Azure Applications (2012)
  • Microsoft 70-519: Designing and Developing Web Applications, .NET 4 (2011)
  • Microsoft 70-511: Windows Applications Development, .NET 4 (2011)
  • Microsoft 70-513: WCF Development, .NET 4 (2011)
  • Microsoft 70-516: Accessing Data, .NET 4 (2011)
  • Microsoft 70-515: Web Applications Development, .NET 4 (2011)
  • Microsoft 70-564: Designing and Developing ASP.NET Applications, .NET 3.5 (2010)
  • Microsoft 70-562: ASP.NET Application Development, .NET 3.5 (2010)
  • Umbraco Certified Professional (2010)
  • Microsoft 70-536: Application Development Foundation, .NET (2010)
  • Microsoft 70-528: Web-based Client Development, .NET 2.0 (2008)

Let's build something great together.

Let's talk about your goals. The first conversation is free and without obligation.

Get in touch hst@firstrealize.com