Build. Advise. Empower.
Software architect. 9+ years shipping products from early-stage startups to later-stage scale-ups.
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Production-ready code that ships
Three pillars, one foundation
A holistic approach to building, advising, and empowering your technical team.
Build
Ship production-ready products in weeks, not months.
I don't just write code. I build complete products. From architecture to deployment, you get a working solution ready for real users.
Learn moreAdvise
Strategy for reality, not fantasy.
Technical decisions have business consequences. I help you navigate architecture choices, team scaling, and AI integration without the consultancy BS.
Learn moreEmpower
Your AI, your rules.
I'll set up your personal AI assistant trained on your workflows, connected to your tools, working while you sleep. And teach you how to use it.
Learn moreTrusted by startup founders
Build intelligent features,
not just chatbots
Multi-agent systems
Not a single chatbot, but a team of specialized AI agents working together. Each with their own expertise, tools, and memory.
Production-ready
Code that works on day one, not demo-ware that breaks in production.
Cost-optimized
Smart model routing and caching to keep your AI bills manageable.
Your codebase
Integrates with your existing stack. No vendor lock-in, you own everything.
Context-aware
AI that knows your business, your docs, your customers. Not generic chatbots.
AI-native codebases that ship faster
I optimize development environments for AI-assisted coding. Click to see the difference.
Standard AI Development
How most teams use AI assistants
Random Exploration
AI re-discovers your codebase every single task
Context Evaporates
Session ends = knowledge gone
Isolated Decisions
No shared memory across team members
Constant Interruptions
Manual approval for every command
Result: 30-50% of AI time wasted on context gathering
Want this for your codebase?
Let's set it upAI-native from day one.
Not bolted on later.
I don't just build features. I architect your entire stack with AI woven into the foundation. This creates a competitive moat that compounds over time.
The upside is massive
When executed well, this unlocks millions in value as you scale. Operations that need 10 people run with 2. Decisions that took weeks happen in hours.
The hard truth
What I build is a catalyst, not a magic wand. The AI-native stack, the optimized workflows... it's fuel. Your execution determines the result.
Technology
Solutions I Deliver
I adapt to your needs. Whether it's your existing stack or a greenfield project, I build what works best for your business.
Full-Stack Apps
React, Next.js, Node.js, PostgreSQL
AI Integration
OpenAI, Anthropic, LangChain, RAG
Cloud & Scale
AWS, GCP, Vercel, Docker, K8s
Not limited to these. Custom solutions always possible. See how I build →
How I compare
The best of both worlds: senior expertise with direct access, no overhead.
| Feature | Me | Agencies | Freelancers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Direct communication | — | ||
| AI-augmented delivery | — | — | |
| Startup experience | varies | varies | |
| Predictable pricing | — | ||
| Long-term partnership | varies | ||
| Strategic thinking | — |
✓ Me on all six. Agencies and freelancers can't match that.
How I can work with you
Project-based
You have something specific. I scope it, build it, done. Clear deliverables, clear timeline.
- MVP development
- Feature builds
- Code rescue missions
- AI integration
Partnership
You want someone in your corner. Monthly retainer with strategy, building, AI, whatever you need.
- Direct access to me
- Me + my AI on your problems
- Flexible scope each month
- Not a community, just value
A senior engineer in your pocket.
No scoping calls. No SOWs. Just message me when you need help.
- Message me anytime. I respond within 24 hours.
- Code reviews when you need them.
- Architecture and technical decisions, talked through.
- I talk to your dev directly and tell them what to fix.
- AI integration guidance from someone who actually builds with it.
- Cancel anytime. No contracts.
Monthly retainer. Simple. Reach out and we figure out the rest.
Let's talkThink of it as having a CTO on speed dial, without the salary.
Real projects, real results
"Alican helped us build robust data connectors and API integrations. His expertise in modern web technologies significantly enhanced our product's capabilities."

Onur Eken
Co-founder & CTO, Needle
Due to the nature of startup work and NDAs, not all projects and testimonials can be shared publicly.Reach out for more references.
Want to work together?
Book a call. I'll give you honest advice whether we end up working together or not.