Software Engineering
Hi, I'm Loz. I build bespoke software that is stable, maintainable, and built to solve a specific business problem.
Writing code is often about solving the immediate problem. Engineering software is about making sure that solution doesn't become a bottleneck later.
I build with the mindset that the system should be just as stable and efficient for one user as it is for ten thousand. Whether it's a website or a standalone app, the goal is the same: it just needs to work, and it needs to keep working.
Let's talk
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A lot of people see a big divide between a "web app" and "software." To me, the difference is often just the delivery mechanism, it could the browser like you're using now or it could be a packaged app for your computer or mobile phone.
The core logic and the data are usually the same. The only question is where the user interacts with it. Sometimes that's a browser, and sometimes it's a dedicated application on their desktop or mobile phone.
By using tools like Tauri, Electron or Capacitor, I can take the same high-performance architecture I use for the web and wrap it into a standalone app. It means you get the best of both worlds: the flexibility of the web and the presence of a desktop or mobile tool.
What I build
- Custom Web Applications
- Full-stack apps built for speed and stability. Whether it's a client portal or a system for managing your business, I handle the whole thing from the ground up.
- Desktop Applications
- Standalone software for users who need a tool that lives on their machine rather than in a tab. Lean, fast, and built to last.
- API Integrations
- I build the bridges that let different software systems talk to each other, making sure your data moves between them without breaking.
- Internal Tools & Automation
- Custom dashboards and scripts that clean up your operations and remove the risk of human error.
How we'll work together
I follow a simple, structured process. No guesswork, no surprises.
- Discussion
- We talk through the project in detail to figure out exactly what problem we are solving and what the requirements are.
- Proposal
- I write up a clear proposal that outlines the scope and how I plan to approach the build.
- Design
- I create wireframes and designs so we both have a precise map of the product before any code is written.
- The Build
- I build the system using the tech stack that fits the project best. This is the main event and usually takes up the bulk of the timeline.
- Testing
- Before going live, you and your team test the system to make sure it operates exactly as expected in the real world.
- Support
- I provide support to make sure the project delivers everything promised, followed by a maintenance plan to keep things stable.
Let's build something.
Great software isn't just about the code; it's about the thinking that goes into it before the first line is even written.
If you have a project in mind, I'd love to hear about it.