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.
PROJECT INTAKE

What are you trying to build or fix?

Give me enough context to understand the problem. I review every request personally and reply with a clear next step.

A starting point is enough. You can explain the details below.
A few sentences about the current workflow, constraints, and desired outcome are ideal. No brief or technical specification is required.
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.

I review this directly, without a sales sequence. Your information stays here unless we agree on a next step.

RESPONSE TIMELINE

What happens after you submit

01 / UNDERSTAND

Problem review

I review your current workflow, technical needs, or product goals.

02 / EVALUATE

Practical assessment

We evaluate the simplest, highest-ROI approach for your project.

03 / RECOMMEND

Clear guidance

You get honest advice: custom build, existing tool, or process simplification.

04 / SHIP

Execution

If it's a fit, we define the exact scope, timeline, and fixed build quote.