From Pixels to Coffee Beans: How Gaming Shaped Longshot Coffee Roasters

Aug 4

Introduction

In this post, we'll dive into the unique journey of how a childhood passion for technology and gaming evolved into the creation of Longshot Coffee Roasters, blending the worlds of coding, business, and coffee.

Early Beginnings: From Gaming to Coding

It all started with a computer and a love for gaming. Whether it was installing Minecraft mods or setting up servers, these early experiences were the foundation for a lifelong journey into tech.

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Building Skills: From Minecraft Mods to YouTube

As the passion for gaming grew, so did the skills. Coding custom mods and creating content for a Minecraft YouTube channel led to an understanding of not just coding, but also marketing, video editing, and building an online community.

From Tech to Business: The H-E-B Chapter

Transitioning from gaming to a career at H-E-B brought a new layer of skills, particularly in using Excel to manage data and streamline processes. This experience was pivotal in learning how to track inventory, orders, and financials; skills that would later become invaluable.

The Birth of Longshot Coffee: Where Tech Meets Coffee

With a strong foundation in tech and business, Longshot Coffee Roasters was born. Using custom-built Excel spreadsheets to manage the coffee business eventually led to the creation of a web application that now serves as the brain of the business.

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Conclusion: The Future of Longshot Coffee

From a childhood in front of a computer to running a coffee roastery powered by technology, it's clear that innovation and passion have always been at the heart of Longshot Coffee Roasters. And this is just the beginning.

Trevor Davis