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
- 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
- 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
- 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
FeaturedActive 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
🛡️ QuantumShield API
LIVEQuantum 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.
- Integrated x402 micropayment protocol for pay-per-call
- Registered as official Base Mini App
- Real-time cryptographic risk scoring
📊 Executive Briefing Generator
$497AI-Powered Assessment Platform
AI-powered system generating personalized 18-page executive briefings on post-quantum security readiness. Combines NotebookLM research with Claude API personalization.
- 48-question assessment → personalized report
- NIST FIPS 203/204/205 compliance mapping
- HIPAA security gap analysis
📡 Base Signal
LIVEBase 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.
- Registered Mini App in Base ecosystem
- Real-time on-chain data aggregation
- Responsive UI for mobile and desktop
📘 PQ Security Playbook
$197Published Digital Product
Comprehensive 200+ page guide for healthcare organizations preparing for post-quantum cryptography migration. NIST standards, HIPAA compliance, and implementation roadmaps.
- Complete PQC migration framework
- NIST FIPS 203/204/205 guidance
- Executive presentation materials
🗓️ 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.
- BART/BERT models for NLP parsing
- Real Google Calendar integration
- Smart conflict detection
🐝 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.
- Triage system for query routing
- Specialist agents with unique capabilities
- Shared memory for collaboration
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.