About me

 

 

Passionate about water sports, technology, and innovation, I’m Jean-Michel Gruber, the creator of Garmin Connect IQ apps that support windsurfers, kitesurfers, surfers, downhill sports enthusiasts, and wellness seekers in all their adventures. My journey combines expertise in software development with a deep love for outdoor sports, allowing me to design tools that truly meet users’ needs.

It all started by a lake in August 2017, after a great day riding the tramontane wind as a windsurfer. I felt the need for precise, accessible data right on my Garmin watch. Frustrated by the limitations of existing solutions, that’s how the WindKite app was born. Other apps soon followed, offering intuitive and high-performing features to track a surf session or optimize a mountain bike descent.

One of the biggest challenges was developing and fine-tuning the algorithms to calculate jumps, especially for kitesurfing. After months of testing and feedback from a few rider-testers (huge thanks to them!), the algorithms were refined and improved. By 2018, just a year later, they reached a level of precision that now rivals the best sensors and apps out there, like Woo or PIQ.

My goal? To make athletes’ lives easier by providing reliable, user-friendly apps that seamlessly integrate with the Garmin Connect IQ ecosystem. Every app is crafted with care and precision, tested in real-world conditions, and often enhanced by community feedback. Whether you’re a water sports enthusiast or someone chasing new experiences, my apps are here to help you push your limits.

Join me in this tech and sports adventure, and discover how my apps can turn your sessions into unforgettable moments!