Derek S.

AI is reshaping how products are built, and I specialize in turning that potential into real, production-ready applications. Building intelligent AI products requires more than powerful models - it requires strong engineering, thoughtful product design, and solutions that work in the real world. I am an AI Product Engineer specializing in Generative AI, LLM applications, RAG systems, AI automation, and full-stack development. I help startups and businesses transform AI ideas into scalable, production-ready products that deliver measurable value. My expertise includes: Generative AI & LLM Applications • Custom AI assistants, copilots, and AI agents • LLM integrations with OpenAI, Claude, Gemini, and open-source models • Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) systems • AI search, knowledge platforms, and intelligent workflows • Prompt engineering and AI workflow optimization AI Product Development • AI SaaS architecture and MVP development • End-to-end product development from idea to deployment • AI-powered web applications • User-focused product experiences • Technical strategy and system design Full-Stack Engineering • Frontend: React, Next.js, TypeScript, Tailwind CSS • Backend: Python, FastAPI, Node.js, Laravel • Databases: PostgreSQL, MongoDB, Vector Databases • Cloud: AWS, Docker, CI/CD, scalable deployment I combine three disciplines: • AI Engineering: building reliable intelligent systems • Product Development: creating intuitive user experiences • Software Architecture: designing scalable solutions I focus on building AI applications that go beyond prototypes - products that are reliable, maintainable, and ready for real-world users. Whether you are launching a new AI SaaS product, adding AI capabilities to an existing platform, or automating complex business workflows, I can help turn your vision into a powerful AI-driven solution.