About me

I am a self-taught programmer with a passion for technology that started at the age of 12. Over the past 20 years, I have operated a web design company, which, in the last five years, transitioned into a successful eCommerce business specializing in selling used books across platforms like Amazon and eBay, reaching over $750,000 in sales in 2023.

As the book market shifted and industry dynamics changed, I saw an opportunity to pivot once again—this time toward my true passion: Artificial Intelligence. Over the last two years, I’ve been dedicated to building AI applications and deepening my expertise in AI-driven software development and machine learning. I’m constantly learning, experimenting, and pushing the boundaries of what’s possible with AI & ML.

Whether it's developing intelligent systems, exploring machine learning frameworks, or integrating AI into real-world applications, I thrive on innovation and problem-solving. This portfolio showcases my journey, projects, and the exciting work I’m creating in the web development space.

What I'm Doing

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    Web design

    The most modern and high-quality design made at a professional level.

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    Web development

    High-quality development of sites at the professional level.

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    Custom Software

    Custom built software to meet your business' needs.

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    A.I. Consulting

    Learn how to integrate A.I. into your business and increase productivity!

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    E-Commerce

    From Amazon to eBay to your own Shopify or Woocommerce store, I handle it all.

Testimonials

  • Jessica miller

    Dr. Manfredi, New Fairfield Chiropractic

    I am thrilled with the website Mike created for my practice. Not only does it look professional, but it's also user-friendly and has helped attract new patients. The whole process was smooth, and Mike really took the time to understand my needs.

  • Emily evans

    Tori Ganino, Calling All Dogs

    Mike was fantastic to work with- professional, responsive, and really took the time to understand my dog training business and brand. He created a clean, functional website that makes it easy for my clients to find information and get in touch. I highly recommend Mike to any professional looking to elevate their online presence.

  • Brett Jackson

    Brett Jackson

    I couldn't be more pleased with the website Mike created for us. The process was seamless, and they delivered a stunning, functional design that perfectly captures our brand. Highly recommend!

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Resume

Education

  1. Naugatuck Valley Community College

    20019 — 2020

    Started working towards my Associate's Degree in Computer Information Systems but had to leave when semester ended to run my new business.

  2. Brookfield High School

    1998 - 2002

    Studied the basics and graduated with a 3.2 GPA.

Experience

  1. Founder & CEO, Digital Design

    2020 - Present

    Founded and scaled a versatile business that evolved through multiple successful phases. Initially established as a web design company serving a major client with 80+ websites. Pivoted to e-commerce after identifying lucrative market opportunities in online reselling. Rapidly scaled operations from a home-based business to a 2,500 sq ft warehouse facility with two floors. Built and managed a team of full-time employees while developing efficient inventory processing systems handling 10,000+ lbs of products weekly. Achieved over $750,000 in gross Amazon sales in 2023 while simultaneously managing ten distinct online storefronts across multiple platforms. Successfully navigated industry consolidation and supply chain challenges by strategically pivoting to web development and AI consulting services. Currently leveraging technical expertise to deliver custom web solutions and innovative AI implementations for clients.

    Skills Aquired

    Business Development & Management:
    • Entrepreneurship & business founding
    • Strategic pivoting & business model adaptation
    • Scaling operations (home-based to warehouse)
    • Team building & management
    • Financial planning & revenue growth
    • Multi-channel sales management
    • Supply chain management
    • Inventory control & logistics
    • Warehouse operations
    • Business restructuring & overhead reduction

    Technical Skills:
    • Web design & development
    • E-commerce platform management
    • Online marketplace optimization (Amazon + others)
    • AI technologies & applications
    • Digital marketing
    • Project management
    • Data analysis for business decisions

    Industry Knowledge:
    • Online retail/e-commerce
    • Used book industry
    • Wholesale product sourcing
    • AI trends & implementations
    • Web development best practices

  2. Web Developer & Digital Marketing Specialist, Independent Realty Group

    2015 — Present

    Served as the sole in-house web developer managing a comprehensive portfolio of 80+ websites for a thriving real estate brokerage. Oversaw all aspects of digital presence including website design, development, maintenance, and server administration. Specialized in IDX (Internet Data Exchange) integration and development, enabling dynamic property listing displays across the brokerage's web platforms. Developed and executed effective SEO strategies to achieve top category rankings across the entire website portfolio. Created and managed all graphic design assets for print and digital advertising campaigns. Maintained consistent brand voice across six distinct social media platforms while producing engaging content for the company's Candlewood Lake Life blog. Effectively balanced technical development responsibilities with creative marketing initiatives to support business growth and enhance brand visibility in the competitive real estate market.

    Skills Aquired

    Web Development & Technical:
    • Portfolio website management
    • Front-end & back-end web development
    • IDX (Internet Data Exchange) development & integration
    • System administration
    • Server management & maintenance
    • SEO implementation & strategy
    • Technical troubleshooting
    • Content management systems

    Design & Creative:
    • Graphic design for print & digital
    • Advertisement creation
    • Brand consistency
    • Visual identity management
    • Media production
    • Layout design

    Digital Marketing:
    • Multi-platform social media management
    • Content creation & copywriting
    • Blog writing & management
    • Real estate specific marketing
    • Online reputation management
    • Local SEO strategies

    Industry Knowledge:
    • Real estate digital marketing
    • Property website standards
    • IDX implementation & customization
    • MLS data integration
    • Local area expertise (Candlewood Lake)
    • Digital presence for real estate brokerages

My skills

  • Web design
    80%
  • Graphic design
    80%
  • Programming
    70%
  • WordPress
    70%
  • E-Commerce
    90%
  • AI & ML
    50%

Portfolio