My Approach to Building Systems

My approach combines creative thinking with practical implementation. I believe in building systems that are both elegant in design and effective in solving real problems.

How I Think

Playfully Curious

I approach problems with childlike wonder and a 'what if?' mindset that keeps things fun and fresh.

Tinkerer at Heart

I love taking things apart, seeing how they work, and putting them back together in unexpected ways.

People First, Tech Second

I always start with how something feels for the human using it, then figure out the tech to make it happen.

How I Create

Client Magic Hub

My custom client portal that makes clients feel like they have a magic button for everything

What's inside:

  • Client dashboard interface
  • Automated onboarding
  • Project tracking system
  • Resource delivery portal

Technical Stack:

BackendAirtable and Zapier APIs
FrontendNext.js with server components
AuthenticationNextAuth.js with custom providers
DatabaseAirtable with relational tables
Workflown8n for advanced automation flows
DeploymentVercel with Edge Functions
Content Laboratory

Suite of AI-powered workflows that streamline client interactions and content creation

What's inside:

  • AI intake forms
  • Automated content briefs
  • Client feedback systems
  • Personalized delivery workflows

Technical Stack:

AI IntegrationOpenAI API with custom system prompts
Form SystemReact Hook Form with validation schemas
AutomationZapier multi-step zaps with conditional logic
AnalyticsCustom event tracking with visualization
Client PortalPersonalized dashboards with real-time updates
Digital Brain

My knowledge center with custom agents that help me capture, connect, and retrieve ideas

What's inside:

  • Custom AI agents
  • Local MCP server
  • Fine-tuned models
  • Knowledge retrieval system

Technical Stack:

Vector DatabaseLocal Chroma DB with custom embeddings
Agent FrameworkCustom LangChain agents with specialized tools
Model HostingLocal MCP server with quantized models
AI ModelsFine-tuned models on personal knowledge base
Sync SystemLocal-first architecture with cloud backup

My Skills

System Design
Workflow Automation
Expert
Integration Architecture
Advanced
User Experience Design
Advanced
Process Optimization
Advanced
Development
Frontend (React/Next.js)
Proficient
API Integration
Advanced
No-Code Tools
Expert
Low-Code Platforms
Expert
Data & AI
AI Prompt Engineering
Expert
Data Visualization
Proficient
Knowledge Management
Advanced
Custom GPT Development
Advanced