Full Stack Engineer specializing in API integrations and scalable applications • Manchester, UK ☁️
I bring a unique perspective to software development, combining 3+ years of engineering experience with over a decade in finance and business development. Currently building critical integrations at Connex AI, where I architect solutions that connect platforms and streamline workflows for enterprise clients.
The journey: Credit Risk Analyst → Built and scaled Datasur (0 to 150+ clients over 10 years) → Full Stack Engineer
The result: I understand both the business why and the technical how
Building production systems with: React • TypeScript • Node.js • PostgreSQL • Docker • AWS
Integration expertise: HubSpot • Azure (Entra ID) • Jira • Microsoft Teams
Always testing with: Jest • React Testing Library
Currently exploring: Advanced AWS architectures and Python
Right now at Connex AI, I'm developing enterprise integrations that actually matter - the kind that save teams hours every day and make complex workflows feel effortless. Recent highlights include automating user lifecycle management with Azure and building a comprehensive Jira integration that lets teams manage tickets without leaving their primary platform. Currently working on Microsoft Teams integration to enhance internal collaboration.
AI Travel Planner - A full-stack web application that generates personalized travel itineraries using AI. Built with Next.js, TypeScript, and PostgreSQL, leveraging OpenAI and Tripadvisor APIs to deliver a responsive and intuitive user experience.
I write about development, business, and the intersection of both at francanete.com. Having built a business from scratch, I'm passionate about creating software that solves real problems for real people.
Always up for conversations about API architecture, startup challenges, or how business experience shapes better software decisions.