just dropped a new game: play cache run →
# hey, i'm austin
i build experiences, ship products from end-to-end, and move the needle on business goals through smart execution and continuous learning.
## what i do
- - specialize in frontend & user experiences that convert
- - partner with designers or craft polished experiences directly in code
- - handle backend work when needed
- - understand user psychology and business problems
- - ship autonomously or lead technical direction
## work
leveraging AI orchestration to work full-stack independently—mobile, web, backend across multiple products at once.
2018-present: saw the arc from CryptoKitties breaking Ethereum to the 2021 NFT boom ($1B+ trading volume), built NBA Top Shot as a frontend lead, launched NFL ALL DAY, and more recently focused on new user growth.
before: software engineer partnering with design agencies for client-facing work and consulting as an engineer embedded directly into teams.
in the mix: also been a yoga teacher, co-founded an events space and a personalized walking guide app, started a chocolate company, and more.
## experiments
- - CacheRun: exploring game dev with AI… dodge asteroids, collect coins, and fly solo through the cache with no backup.
- - more later
## links
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