Outside work

What I’m up to when the laptop is closed.

Running and hiking

I run, half marathons included, and I hike when I can get out of the city. North Georgia is close enough for a day trip and far enough to feel like one.

Ben

Ben is my goldendoodle. He has been to the Georgia coast and the Blue Ridge mountains with me, and he has opinions about both.

Coffee and cooking

I make espresso at home and I’m perpetually one upgrade away from being satisfied with the setup. I also grill, and I like cooking for friends.

Records and live music

I collect vinyl and go to shows around Atlanta. The Strokes and Fontaines D.C. are favorites.

Malek Damiri sitting on a stone wall looking out over Athens, Greece — Malek Damiri looking out over Athens.

Malek Damiri hiking, standing on a wooden footbridge over a forest stream — Malek Damiri on the trail.

Malek Damiri holding a finisher's medal after the Miami Half Marathon — Malek Damiri after the Miami Half Marathon.

Malek Damiri on a rooftop terrace with the Midtown Atlanta skyline behind him — Malek Damiri in Midtown Atlanta.

Malek Damiri concentrating on a tall tower of giant Jenga blocks — Malek Damiri at giant Jenga, taken seriously.

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