Hey, I'm Michael

Full-stack developer freelancer & Web Application Security.

I help ambitious teams and Startups design, secure and ship clear, resilient web applications that are built to last.

Tools of the trade

Built with a practical, security-first stack.

  • Python Python
  • Django Django
  • Railway Railway
  • Kali Linux Kali Linux
  • Burp Suite Burp Suite
  • Metasploit Metasploit
  • React React
  • Tailwind CSS Tailwind CSS
  • Git Git
  • GitHub GitHub
  • Figma Figma
  • Canva Canva
  • Stitch Stitch
  • Frontend development Frontend
  • Linux Linux
  • Nmap Nmap
  • OpenVAS OpenVAS

Everything you need, from one team, on a fixed deadline

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Consultation

Clarify your idea, priorities, and the best path forward.

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Web Designing

Create clear, thoughtful interfaces that people enjoy using.

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Website Development

Build fast, responsive websites that support your business.

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Web App & Progressive Web App

Develop reliable digital products for modern user journeys.

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Redesigns & Upgrades

Improve an existing product’s experience, performance, and security.

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Launches & Optimization

Ship with confidence, then keep improving what matters most.

Security & AppSec

Ship boldly.
Stay protected.

Practical security work that fits your product, your team, and the risks that matter most.

01

Application Security Reviews

Find weaknesses early and turn findings into clear fixes.

02

Penetration Testing

Test real attack paths across your application and APIs.

03

Secure Development Guidance

Build stronger engineering habits without slowing delivery.

04

Security Hardening

Reduce exposure across deployments, configurations, and code.

How I work

Build secure
software that
holds up.

I look at every project from two perspectives: how it should work and how it could be attacked.

Credentials

Certified across
industry leaders.

Google Cybersecurity Professional

Google Career Certificates

Professional Certificate

GitHub Certified

GitHub

Certified

Cisco Certified

Cisco Networking Academy

Certified

Anthropic Certified

Anthropic

Certified

Microsoft Certified

Microsoft

Certified

Journey

How I got
here.

Present

Full-Stack Engineer & AppSec Freelancer

Building secure web applications for ambitious teams and startups. Combining development and security into a single, focused delivery workflow.

Certifications

Professional Development

Earned certifications from Google (Cybersecurity), GitHub, Cisco, Anthropic, and Microsoft, building a foundation across security, networking, AI, and cloud platforms.

Foundation

Self-taught & Curious

Built my foundation through hands-on projects, continuous learning, and a deep interest in writing secure, reliable software with Python and JavaScript.

Selected work

Projects built to
solve real problems.

A moving collection of systems, security research, and products built with thoughtful engineering and a strong security foundation.

PortSwigger Web Security Academy write-ups project 01

Application Security

PortSwigger Write-ups

A structured collection of hands-on web security lab writeups covering exploitation, remediation, and attack methodology.

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PaperlessEdu school management system project 02

Education Platform

PaperlessEdu

A secure Django and PWA school management system for digital, audited attendance, report cards, and fee receipts.

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SecureVault encrypted file portal project 03

Security Platform

SecureVault

A role-based encrypted file portal with AES-256 protection and exact department and access control matching.

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Aerixis ShopNow digital commerce project 04

Digital Commerce

ShopNow

An end-to-end commerce platform with atomic ordering, staff operations, analytics, and defense-in-depth security.

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Let's connect

Have something
worth building?

Tell me what you are working on, what is getting in the way, or where you want to go next. I would love to hear about it.

Good work starts with a conversation

Let's build something
that holds up.

Email me directly

Common questions

Clear answers
before we build.

A few things people usually want to know before starting a development or application security project.

FAQ

The practical stuff.

What kind of projects do you work on?

I work on full-stack websites, web applications, progressive web apps, redesigns, and application security projects for teams that want dependable software.

Can you help with both development and security?

Yes. I can build the product, review an existing application, test attack paths, or combine development and security into one delivery process.

What does an application security review include?

The scope can cover authentication, authorization, input handling, APIs, file uploads, business logic, configuration, and deployment risks. You receive clear findings with practical remediation steps.

How long does a project usually take?

It depends on the scope and starting point. A focused review may take a few days, while a new product is planned in milestones so progress stays visible from the beginning.

What happens after I send an inquiry?

We start with a short conversation about your goals, users, timeline, and risks. I then recommend a focused next step with a clear scope and delivery path.

Do you work with existing teams and codebases?

Absolutely. I can join an existing workflow, improve a specific part of the product, or provide a security-focused second set of eyes without disrupting the team.

Still have a question?

Let's make it
concrete.

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