OrlandoAscanio

I build AI tools and reliable software for people turning ideas into products.

Software engineer building practical AI, automation, and product tools with TypeScript, Python, and Next.js.

CS '25 | SWE building AI & productivity tools | Shipping ResistGate & Amethyst | AI Engineering | Grinding senior remote roles

Stack & proof

TypeScriptNext.jsPythonFastAPIBrowser extensionsLocal-firstRAGAutomation

6+ products shipped · 400+ users served · ResistGate & Amethyst live

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What I can build, in under 60 seconds

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ResistGateActive

Chrome MV3 blocker with local-first friction and Pro activation.

TypeScript extension architecture, chrome.storage.local state, checkout activation, and focus analytics shipped as a real product.

TypeScript · Manifest V3 · Local-first · PayPal activation

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AmethystActive

Local-first browser analytics without accounts or cloud storage.

Tracks active time by domain, stores data locally, and turns noisy browsing behavior into a readable privacy-preserving dashboard.

TypeScript · Chrome APIs · Local-first · 47 installs

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What brings you here?

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For founders and small teams who need a clean MVP, automation, or AI workflow.

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Freelance & Consulting

Short-term, high-impact work

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AI Feature Engineering

Build AI features that actually work: prompts, pipelines, integrations, and user-facing flows.

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Architecture Reviews

Stress-test your system before it breaks: edge cases, latency, cost, data flow, and failure points.

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Product Strategy

Define what to build, in what order, and why — focused on user value and execution reality.

Currently accepting new clients — limited spots. Fast, focused engagements only.

Products

↑ 47 installs

Amethyst

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See where your browser hours actually go. 100% local.

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LeadScout AI

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Done-for-you B2B lead research. Name, role, company, LinkedIn, website, fit summary, and outreach angle — delivered as a CSV.

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↑ 5 installs

noted.

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Take notes without leaving your tab. One click. Side panel. 100% local.

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ResistGate

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Your browser has zero friction. ResistGate adds it back.

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