About R A Murphy & CreatorHowTo.com
A Life in Tech
R.A. Murphy — lifelong educator, tech professional, and creative explorer.
After more than forty years in technology and training, I found the real joy comes from helping others create something they didn’t think they could.
Now I focus on teaching modern creative tools in plain language — especially for older adults who want to express ideas, share stories, or build meaningful side projects without feeling lost in jargon.
My approach is simple: learn a little, laugh a little, and keep creating.
From Code to Clarity: A Lifetime in Tech
I started my career as a computer programmer, back when big companies were the only ones who could afford computers. Office buildings had dedicated computer rooms for the IBM mainframes.
Over the years, I’ve worn many hats—tech support rep, training developer, technical writer, IT Manager for a national real estate firm and finally consultant. During the later years of that same period, I also served as an adjunct professor at a Florida university.
After retiring from full-time IT, I turned my focus to helping others learn—especially older adults who often get left behind in the digital age.
Fun fact: I registered RAMurphy.com in 1996, when the web was still finding its footing. Even then, I knew the real challenge wasn’t building websites—it was helping people understand what they were seeing.
Tech Isn’t Just About Devices. It’s About People.
Many older adults feel left out of the digital world—not because they’re incapable, but because no one took the time to teach them in a way that makes sense.
That’s what I do here at RAMurphy.com.
I offer clear, respectful tech education that meets people where they are.
Whether it’s:
Learning how to manage email
Avoiding online scams
Using your smartphone with confidence
Or just understanding what “AI” really means...
…I’m here to help you feel less frustrated and more in control.
Tech Help for Real Life
RAMurphy.com is home to:
Step-by-step tutorials (smartphones, email, browsing, and more)
Plain-language explainers for new tech like AI
Scam and safety guidance you can trust
My private podcast: “What’s Next?” – gentle, spoken updates on tech trends
Digital courses and downloads designed just for older adults
Speaking and workshops for organizations that serve people 55+
Everything I create is designed to be calm, clear, and empowering.
Tech Isn’t Just About Devices. It’s About People.
Let’s Make Technology Make Sense
If you're an older adult who wants to stay connected, independent, and digitally confident—or an organization looking to better serve the 55+ audience—I’d love to support you.
You can:
[Sign up for a free guide or email updates]
[Book me to speak]
Or just browse the site and explore what feels helpful
Learning is always possible—at any age. I’m honored to help make it easier.
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