About
Stephan Nijman
Turning Complex Code into Actionable Knowledge
I am Stephan Nijman, a Software Engineer and Technical SEO Expert based in the Netherlands. I sit at the intersection of development and growth, combining formal creative training with over 20 years of hands-on technical experience. My passion is to deconstruct complex technologies into scalable digital solutions and educational insights that give others the tools to build a better web.
What I Do: Engineering & Education
I spend my time building high-performance digital ecosystems and sharing those findings with the developer community. My expertise includes:
- Custom Development: Engineering bespoke WordPress themes and robust Laravel applications.
- Technical SEO: Architecting websites for AI-driven search, focusing on entity authority and advanced JSON-LD integration.
- Educational Content: I am an content creator, producing tutorials and technical discussions on my YouTube channel and blog, specifically designed for developers.
My Approach: Strategy First
I believe every line of code should serve a strategic purpose. Whether I am integrating a technical stack with HubSpot or auditing a site for Search Generative Experience (SGE), I prioritize the “Why” before the “How.” This philosophy carries over into my educational content, where I focus on translating emerging tech into measurable business growth.
Beyond the Terminal
When I’m not in a code editor or recording tutorials, I’m a father and a dedicated film enthusiast. I have a deep obsession with visual effects and the technical craft behind filmmaking. An interest that fuels my constant curiosity about how things are built behind the scenes.
Connect & Learn
Join me on any of the social platforms for insights, technical bits, and coding tutorials:
- Read on Dev: Stephan Nijman
- Watch on YouTube: @stephannijman
- Follow on X: @Vanaf1979
- Connect on LinkedIn: Stephan Nijman