Michael Bennett

Michael Bennett

Software Developer & Security Specialist

Michael Bennett

About Me

Software Developer and Security Specialist leveraging 10+ years of leadership experience from a successful culinary career, seeking blockchain, cybersecurity, or full-stack development opportunities.

My unique background combines technical expertise from my BS in Software Development & Security with operational excellence managing high-pressure environments and cross-functional teams. I approach coding challenges with the same precision, efficiency, and problem-solving mindset that drove my culinary success.

Currently building Quantum Shield Labs LLC, a post-quantum security consultancy for healthcare organizations, shipping production APIs with blockchain micropayments, AI-powered assessment tools, and published digital products. Actively seeking opportunities to apply my cybersecurity and Web3 development skills.

Core Competencies:

Post-Quantum Security

Full Stack Development

Blockchain & Web3

AI & Automation

Healthcare Compliance

Product Development

Professional Experience

Founder & Lead Developer

Quantum Shield Labs LLC

2024 - Present
  • Built production QuantumShield API with Coinbase x402 micropayment integration on Base blockchain
  • Developed AI-powered Executive Briefing Generator using NotebookLM and Claude API ($497 product)
  • Published Post-Quantum Security Playbook for Healthcare ($197 digital product on Gumroad)
  • Shipped Base Signal Mini App for real-time blockchain analytics
  • Implemented NIST FIPS 203/204/205 compliance frameworks for healthcare organizations

Independent Technology Consultant

Self-employed

2020 - 2024
  • Developed personal projects to build practical experience in software development
  • Created automated solutions for small business inventory management
  • Designed and implemented custom database solutions for resource tracking
  • Built secure web applications focusing on data protection and best practices

Executive Chef & Kitchen Operations Manager

The Passenger

2018 - 2019
  • Developed inventory tracking systems reducing waste by 15%
  • Managed team scheduling and resource allocation using data-driven decision making
  • Designed systematic workflows ensuring consistent quality delivery
  • Conducted regular data analysis of costs and sales trends

Education

Bachelor of Science

Software Development and Security

University of Maryland Global Campus

Graduated May 2024 | GPA: 3.053

Key Achievements:

  • Straight A's in all technical courses for final three semesters
  • Excellence in advanced security and software development

Associate of Science

Health Science

SUNY Broome Community College

2011-2014

Technical Skills

Programming

Python JavaScript SQL HTML/CSS TypeScript Node.js React

Security

Post-Quantum Cryptography NIST Standards HIPAA Compliance Risk Assessment Secure Coding

Blockchain/Web3

Smart Contracts x402 Payments Base Blockchain DeFi Analytics Web3.js

AI/ML

Claude API NotebookLM HuggingFace Transformers AI Agents Prompt Engineering

Featured Projects

Open Source Contributions

Featured

Active open source contributor with merged PRs to major projects. View my contributions to the Coinbase x402 ecosystem, blockchain infrastructure, and other significant open source projects.

  • Coinbase x402 Ecosystem - QuantumShield API integration
  • Blockchain infrastructure and Web3 projects
  • Security-focused tools and frameworks
  • Full-stack applications with verified commits
View Open Source Portfolio

🛡️ QuantumShield API

LIVE

Quantum Shield Labs LLC — Production API

Enterprise-grade blockchain security API with x402 micropayment integration. Live production system serving quantum-safe cryptographic assessments via Coinbase's payment protocol.

Node.js • Vercel • Coinbase x402 • Base Blockchain
  • Integrated x402 micropayment protocol for pay-per-call
  • Registered as official Base Mini App
  • Real-time cryptographic risk scoring
Live API View on GitHub

📊 Executive Briefing Generator

$497

AI-Powered Assessment Platform

AI-powered system generating personalized 18-page executive briefings on post-quantum security readiness. Combines NotebookLM research with Claude API personalization.

Python • ReportLab • NotebookLM • Claude API
  • 48-question assessment → personalized report
  • NIST FIPS 203/204/205 compliance mapping
  • HIPAA security gap analysis
View Sample PDF Get It ($497)

📡 Base Signal

LIVE

Base Blockchain Mini App

Real-time blockchain signal aggregator deployed as a Mini App on Coinbase's Base network. Market intelligence and on-chain analytics for DeFi participants.

React • Web3.js • Base • Vercel • DeFi
  • Registered Mini App in Base ecosystem
  • Real-time on-chain data aggregation
  • Responsive UI for mobile and desktop
Live App View on GitHub

📘 PQ Security Playbook

$197

Published Digital Product

Comprehensive 200+ page guide for healthcare organizations preparing for post-quantum cryptography migration. NIST standards, HIPAA compliance, and implementation roadmaps.

Technical Writing • NIST • Healthcare Compliance
  • Complete PQC migration framework
  • NIST FIPS 203/204/205 guidance
  • Executive presentation materials
Get It ($197)

🗓️ AI Calendar Assistant

HuggingFace + Google Calendar

Production-ready AI assistant with HuggingFace models that creates real Google Calendar appointments through natural language processing. 70% confidence parsing.

Python • HuggingFace • Flask • OAuth2
  • BART/BERT models for NLP parsing
  • Real Google Calendar integration
  • Smart conflict detection
View on GitHub

🐝 Swarm Agents

Multi-Agent AI System

Modular, extensible framework for collaborative AI agent systems inspired by swarm intelligence in nature. Intelligent query routing and specialist agents.

Python • AI • LLM Agents • Swarm Intelligence
  • Triage system for query routing
  • Specialist agents with unique capabilities
  • Shared memory for collaboration
View on GitHub

Let's Connect

I'm currently open to new opportunities in blockchain development, cybersecurity, and Web3. Let's discuss how my unique background and production experience can benefit your team.