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Forbes Technology CouncilContributing Author
May. 2022 - Oct. 2024Remote
WaydevCTO & Co-Founder
Oct. 2017 - Nov. 2024San Francisco Bay AreaHands-on CTO, driving Waydev’s product from concept to a high-impact SaaS solution with global recognition, including acceptance into YCombinator’s W21 batch. Balanced coding with leadership, growing the tech team and ensuring continuous product evolution aligned with market needs, ultimately leading the company to reach millions in ARR. I was deeply involved in building Waydev from the ground up, coding, architecting, and solving complex challenges to create a tool that genuinely supports the IT ecosystem worldwide. My acceptance into YCombinator’s W21 batch highlighted the product’s potential and affirmed its value as a solution for tech leaders across industries. This experience also enriched my entrepreneurial approach, strengthening my vision and strategy. While scaling the team, I continued to code and actively contribute to product features, combining hands-on technical work with leadership. Working closely with my co-founder, I refined the product to meet client needs, securing clients among Fortune 500 companies and driving Waydev’s growth to millions in ARR, making it a trusted tool in the global tech community. Core Technical Skills:
- Backend & Frontend Development: Laravel, React, and Vue.js.
- Programming & Scripting: Proficient in Python for data processing and automation. - DevOps & Engineering Metrics: In-depth knowledge of DORA metrics and Developer Experience (DX).
- Databases & Cloud Services: MySQL, Docker, and AWS (EC2, Lambda).
- API Development: Built scalable APIs for data processing and analytics. Key Accomplishments:
- Developed and scaled Waydev’s product from scratch, actively contributing to the codebase.
- Recruited and led a tech team, combining coding with mentoring and strategic guidance.
- Achieved recognition from YCombinator’s W21 batch, reinforcing Waydev’s impact in the IT ecosystem.
- Attracted Fortune 500 clients, ultimately leading Waydev to millions in ARR and solidifying its value among tech leaders globally.
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