AI Software Engineer | Azure Solutions Architect Expert
AI Software Engineer with Microsoft Azure expertise and passion for fintech innovation. Nashville-based technology professional specializing in AI development, automated trading systems, and cryptocurrency infrastructure. Proven track record delivering scalable cloud architectures that reduce operational costs by up to 40%.
More about me
“Whether you think AI is the best thing to happen to us or the worst, do not underestimate it. It's good, and it's getting better.”
— Patrick Hughes, on AI development and practical applications
Core Expertise:
AI Software Development
- Python AI Model Development
- Automated Trading Systems
- Real-time Data Processing
- Machine Learning Pipelines
Fintech & Crypto Infrastructure
- Bitcoin Node Operations
- Cryptocurrency Portfolio Management
- Trading Automation & Analysis
- Financial Risk Assessment AI
Azure Cloud Solutions:
- Infrastructure as Code (ARM, Terraform)
- Azure DevOps & CI/CD Pipelines
- Cost Optimization (40%+ savings achieved)
- Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS)
- Serverless & Function Apps
- Performance Monitoring & Scaling
Background & Location
Education: Austin Peay State University (2016-2019)
Location: Nashville, Tennessee
Focus: AI software development with personal fintech projects and enterprise Azure solutions
Community Involvement:
Three fixed-scope offers that deliver results fast. Clear deliverables. Low risk.
Azure Cost Optimization
- • 2-week assessment + quick wins
- • Right-sizing plan
- • Dashboards + alerting
- • Optional implementation sprint
AI Enablement Sprint
- • 2–4 weeks to a working pilot
- • Problem framing + success metrics
- • Data ingestion + eval plan
- • Handoff + docs
Infra Automation Pack
- • IaC (ARM/Terraform) + envs
- • CI/CD (GH Actions/Azure DevOps)
- • Monitoring + alerting + backups
- • Runbooks
Recent Results
Azure Cost Optimization
45% lessRight-sizing + scaling strategy
AI Enablement Sprint
2 weeksRAG pilot + eval plan + handoff
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Disclaimer: Engineering-focused services only. Not financial advice or legal/compliance consulting. Healthcare and regulated workloads require client's compliance oversight; we implement technical controls and best practices.
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Case Studies: 2025
AI-Powered Personal Trading System
Client: Personal Fintech Project | Status:Ongoing
Comprehensive automated trading system with real-time market scanning, analysis, and intelligent decision-making capabilities.
Challenge:
Manual market analysis was time-intensive and prone to emotional bias, limiting trading effectiveness and missing optimal entry/exit points.
Solution:
Developed Python-based AI system with real-time data processing, automated scanning algorithms, and machine learning models for market prediction and risk assessment.
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Case Studies: 2024
Bitcoin Node Infrastructure Project
Client: Personal Cryptocurrency Project | Status:Active
Robust Bitcoin node deployment with automated monitoring, maintenance, and network participation for supporting the Bitcoin network.
Challenge:
Maintaining reliable 24/7 Bitcoin node operation while ensuring security, monitoring performance, and contributing meaningfully to network decentralization.
Solution:
Implemented secure Bitcoin Core node with comprehensive monitoring, automated backup systems, and performance optimization for continuous network participation.
Business Impact:
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Network Automation Suite
Client: Personal Infrastructure Project | Status:Active
Comprehensive network automation tools for system monitoring, performance optimization, and automated maintenance of personal and client infrastructure.
Challenge:
Manual network management tasks were time-intensive and prone to human error, making it difficult to maintain consistent performance and security across multiple systems.
Solution:
Developed Python-based automation suite with intelligent monitoring, automated response systems, and comprehensive reporting for proactive network management.
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Case Studies: 2023
Enterprise Azure Cost Optimization
Client: Nashville Technology Company | Status:Completed
Comprehensive Azure infrastructure cost optimization project reducing monthly expenses while improving performance and scalability.
Challenge:
Over-provisioned Azure resources and inefficient architecture leading to high monthly costs with suboptimal performance during peak usage periods.
Solution:
Implemented Infrastructure as Code with intelligent resource scaling, cost monitoring alerts, and performance optimization strategies using Azure best practices.
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AI Portfolio Management System
Client: Personal Investment Project | Status:Active
Intelligent portfolio management system with automated rebalancing, risk assessment, and investment recommendation capabilities.
Challenge:
Manual portfolio analysis and rebalancing was time-consuming and often resulted in suboptimal asset allocation decisions during market volatility.
Solution:
Built AI-driven analysis system with real-time market data integration, automated risk assessment, and intelligent rebalancing recommendations based on market conditions.
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Case Studies: 2022
Personal Technology Portfolio
Client: Personal Development Project | Status:Completed
Professional cyberpunk-themed portfolio website showcasing technical expertise with unique dual-view interface and modern web technologies.
Challenge:
Needed a distinctive professional presence that would appeal to both technical audiences and business decision makers while showcasing diverse skills.
Solution:
Architected Next.js-based portfolio with cyberpunk aesthetic, CLI terminal interface, professional business sections, and comprehensive project showcase.
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- • Current infrastructure assessment
- • Azure migration roadmap consultation
- • AI/ML implementation strategy discussion
- • Technology compliance requirements review
- • Cost optimization opportunities analysis
- • Custom solution recommendations
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