DISCUSS A PROJECT
CONTRACT ENGINEERING INTAKE · AUSTIN, TX

Have a software problem blocking growth?

I work directly with founders and product teams to identify the right engineering solution, whether that means building a new system, improving an existing application, or finding a simpler path.

Direct technical reviewNo sales handoffClear recommendation
Start project review
Prefer direct email? Reach out at aj@slakedesign.com

WHAT HAPPENS NEXT

01 / UnderstandReview the bottleneck, workflow, or product requirement.
02 / AssessDecide whether custom engineering creates enough value.
03 / RecommendReceive a direct path: build, buy, simplify, or stay manual.
RESPONSE TIMELINE

What happens after you submit

01 / UNDERSTAND

Problem Review

Understand the bottleneck, workflow, or product requirement.

02 / ASSESS

Technical Assessment

Determine whether custom engineering creates enough value.

03 / SCOPE

Project Scope

Define architecture, timeline, and delivery expectations.

04 / SHIP

Implementation

Build, test, deploy, and transfer ownership.

PROJECT INTAKE

What are you trying to build or fix?

Describe the problem. I will review it directly and tell you whether to build, buy, simplify, or leave it alone.

Good fitsSearch, AI features, routing, reporting, CRM workflows, support triage, dashboards, internal tools, and product features.
You receiveA direct fit reply: build, buy, simplify, or stay manual.
ResponseDirect technical review, typically within one business day. I review every request personally.

This is a direct technical review, not an automated message. If custom software is the right answer, the next step is a clear fixed-scope build proposal.