Michael James

Michael James

Full-Stack Software Engineer & AI Specialist

Building innovative products that solve real problems through modern web technologies, artificial intelligence, and scalable architecture. Specialized in end-to-end system design with expertise in AI/ML integration.

The Engineer Behind the Stack

I am a Systems-First Full-Stack Engineer specializing in the intersection of Artificial Intelligence, Scalable Backend Architecture, and Cybersecurity. My approach is rooted in the belief that modern software should not only be functional but resilient and intelligent.

From engineering the ProPilot AI ecosystem to conducting deep-dive OWASP security audits, I have a proven track record of building end-to-end systems. Whether it's a Laravel-based financial engine like Expense Pulse or a high-performance Django-AI classification API, I focus on clean code, the service-layer pattern, and containerized deployment.

My technical foundation is built on a Mechatronics Engineering degree from the Federal University of Technology Owerri (4.01 GPA), complemented by specialized AI training from Harvard University Online and AWS. This unique blend of hardware-level logic and high-level software engineering allows me to solve complex problems with a holistic perspective.

Experience

Fullstack Engineer
ProPilot AI
August 2025 - Ongoing

Built, trained and fine-tuned the AI coach integrated into the app. Also built the main frontend and backend logic of the app.

Senior Software Engineer
Montech
September 2025 - October 2025

Led the software engineering team in the development of various web apps including the cyber security and cloud computing aspects.

Software Developer
Monex
October 2022 - August 2025

Built a cloud-based trading bot leveraging AI for financial data analysis.

Fullstack Engineer
Visual Studio AI
March 2022 - September 2025

Developed fullstack systems powering the app.

Lead Software Engineer
Conai
2022 - 2025

Led the development team in building the entire fullstack logic of the web and mobile app. Also led the AI development team in training the model.

Featured Projects

Expense Pulse API
Financial Tracking & Categorization
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A professional RESTful API built with Laravel 10 designed for granular financial tracking .

LaravelPHPREST API
AI Image Classifier
Deep Learning Pet Classification Suite
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A robust machine learning tool designed to automate the classification of pet images using state-of-the-art CNNs.

PythonCNNMachine LearningTensorFlow
Django AI Image API
Production-Ready Image Classification API
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Robust REST API built with Django REST Framework featuring a decoupled service layer for high-performance AI inference.

DjangoPythonDRFAI Architecture
Mobile VizStudio App
React Native/Expo Mobile Client
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Mobile version for the viz studio app, providing on-the-go access to AI generative and classification tools.

TypeScriptReact NativeExpoMobile
Frontend Search Engine
High-Performance Search Clone
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A search engine clone focused on frontend performance, debouncing logic, and optimized responsive design.

TypeScriptNext.jsTailwind CSS
Propilot
AI Productivity & Workflow Assistant
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A central productivity platform that uses AI to automate task planning, time management, and workflow optimization.

AI/MLNext.jsNode.jsProductivity
Visual Studio / Visual Studio AI
AI-Powered Photo Generator & Editing Suite
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Generative AI platform for professional-grade portraits, artistic styles, and custom visual generation.

Generative AIImage ProcessingDeep Learning
LinkedPilot
Content Automation & Social Growth
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AI application for content creation and automation, helping professionals grow their social media presence.

AIAutomationSocial Media
Laravel Task Manager API
Enterprise Task Orchestration
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Scalable backend service for managing complex task hierarchies, role-based access, and reporting.

LaravelBackendArchitecture
Tradier / Tradier-2e
Real-time Trade Copier & Signals
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Automated trade copier that enables traders to share and replicate trading signals across accounts instantly.

FinanceTradingAutomation
PhotoStudio
Photography Workflow Management
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Asset management and operation suite for professional photography studios.

ProductivityAsset Management
Worrl Web
Collaborative Web Platform
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Web platform development for the agenpocomp organization featuring modern UI components.

FrontendTeam Collaboration
Josawaitlist
Waitlist Management System
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High-performance queuing system for product launches and user engagement management.

WebLead Generation
PortfolioMJ
Personal Developer Portfolio
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The source code for the current high-performance portfolio site showcasing full-stack capabilities.

ReactNext.jsPortfolio
Propilot Cloud PenTest Audit
Infrastructure Vulnerability Assessment
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Comprehensive security audit and penetration testing report for the Propilot cloud ecosystem.

PenTestAuditCloud Security
OWASP Top 10 Vulnerability Report
Web Security Risk Assessment
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Detailed report covering critical web vulnerabilities including IDOR, Broken Auth, and XSS.

SecurityOWASPResearch
Cloud Misconfiguration Exploitation
S3 Security Case Study
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Technical analysis and remediation steps for cloud storage misconfigurations.

Cloud SecurityS3Ethical Hacking
Modern API Security Audit
RESTful API Security Research
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Case study on modern API security, covering authentication bypass and server-side vulnerabilities.

API SecurityRESTAudit
SSRF-XXE Deep Dive
Advanced Server-Side Vulnerability Study
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Deep dive analysis into Server-Side Request Forgery and XML External Entity attacks.

SSRFXXESecurity Research
Cloud API Gateway Security
A05 Security Misconfiguration Analysis
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Analysis of security flaws within Cloud API Gateways and mitigation strategies.

API GatewayCloud SecurityA05
eCommerce API - IDOR A01
Direct Object Reference Security Audit
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Security assessment of eCommerce platforms against IDOR vulnerabilities.

IDORWeb SecurityA01
Internal HR Portal - Broken Auth A07
Authentication & Session Security Audit
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Security audit of an HR portal focused on broken authentication and session hijacking risks.

Broken AuthCyber SecurityA07

Skills & Expertise

AI & Deep Learning
Convolutional Neural Networks (CNN)PyTorchTensorFlowModel Inference OptimizationOpenAI API IntegrationComputer VisionNLP
Backend Architecture
Laravel 10/11Django REST FrameworkNode.jsService Layer PatternRESTful API DesignMicroservicesMiddleware Development
Frontend & Mobile
Next.js 14 (App Router)React NativeExpo RouterTypeScriptTailwind CSSshadcn/uiState Management (Zustand/Redux)
Cybersecurity
OWASP Top 10 AssessmentPenetration TestingVulnerability ReportingAPI Security AuditingIDOR/SSRF/XXE TestingCloud Security (S3/IAM)
Cloud & Infrastructure
Docker & ContainerizationDocker ComposeAWS (S3, EC2, Gateway)CI/CD PipelinesVercel DeploymentNginx Configuration
Database & Systems
PostgreSQLRedis (Caching)MongoDBSQL OptimizationFirebaseVector Databases

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I'm always open to discussing new projects, creative ideas, or opportunities to be part of your vision.