
MandoCode
A terminal coding agent built on Semantic Kernel that reads, writes, and refactors code alongside you. Runs against local Ollama models or cloud endpoints, with MCP servers, Skills, and tool execution.
dotnet tool install -g MandoCode
I’m a Forward Deployed Engineer
I build production .NET platforms and agentic AI systems across healthcare, education, and developer tooling.
10 years of production engineering, enterprise .NET/Azure depth, and customer-facing delivery across systems people actually use.
Agentic AI, open source, healthcare integrations, and enterprise platforms with measurable outcomes.

A terminal coding agent built on Semantic Kernel that reads, writes, and refactors code alongside you. Runs against local Ollama models or cloud endpoints, with MCP servers, Skills, and tool execution.
dotnet tool install -g MandoCode
Mission-critical HR platform replacing spreadsheet and manual stipend workflows, with production ownership across Blazor, SQL, and Azure.
OAuth device registration, automated provisioning, and near-real-time sleep data ingestion for clinical trial workflows.
First Blazor Server application at IUSD, replacing spreadsheet and email workflows for district-wide student appraisal and placement.
Things I build when nobody asks me to.
A distributed .NET global tool for terminal-first audio and video workflows.
dotnet tool install -g Naptrack
Self-hosted Discord AI agent with Semantic Kernel, Ollama, vision, memory, and tool orchestration.
WinUI experience for MandoCode with side-by-side diffs, a live file tree, and local or cloud model support.

Building enterprise solutions since 2015
Architect and lead full-stack delivery of enterprise .NET and Blazor applications across backend services, UI, SQL Server, identity, CI/CD, and production deployment.
Joined during hyper-growth (400% YoY, $91M Series C) building high-scale clinical trial platforms.
Engineered automation solutions for enterprise e-waste recycling workflows.
Built modern ASP.NET Core 3 MVC student portal to replace a 2010 SharePoint system.
Developed desktop applications for eCommerce analytics and inventory management.
Third-party proof of leadership, forward-deployed ownership, and mentorship.
"Mando quickly recognized the need for expertise and proactively took it upon himself to become the subject matter expert (SME) - not only on our side, which he'd do anyway - but for the device as well. … He was viewed as the SME on the device internally at Medable and by the customer and device company, even educating the device company where needed to make sure the project was a success."
"Mando's strong sense of ownership paired with curiosity meant Mando frequently took on the most challenging projects with a positive attitude, no matter how ambiguous the task or poor the documentation. … Mando played an instrumental role interviewing potential new hires, onboarding and mentoring teammates and directly managing a portion of the team."
"Mando led a team of backend engineers, fostering collaboration and ensuring projects were executed with precision through agile practices and effective task management using JIRA. … Mando's ability to engage with clients and guide feasibility discussions made him an indispensable asset in project scoping and technical assessments."
"Mando is a very driven individual who doesn't shy away from reaching new heights and learning new technologies. What I appreciate most about him is that he made working fun. I was just entering the workforce and he was a huge help in teaching me the ropes. Since then he's constantly leveled up and I couldn't be more proud to have crossed paths with him."
"Armando had a very good knowledge of software development, including new and emerging technologies. He would frequently offer advice or help to the group when needed. … I would highly recommend Mando to any team looking to increase their engineering output."
"Whenever I brought something up, whether it was a bug or an end user request, Mando was quick to respond and genuinely listened. He didn't just patch things up; he actually thought through the issues/requests and found ways to make our applications more efficient and easier to use."
"Mando stepped in as a mentor, guiding me through the intricacies of .NET development. He shared not only his well-organized documentation but also his thought process, which helped me understand the "why" behind the code. … With his guidance, I was able to develop a project for IUSD independently—a milestone I couldn't have achieved without his support."
"Working with Mando was one of the highlights of my experience at Medable. He's a great colleague in so many ways - ready to help out at a moment's notice, brilliant with ideas for tackling problems, and just plain fun to talk to. His depth of technical knowledge of our product and eagerness to share that knowledge with new hires made him absolutely invaluable as a teammate and a leader. Any team would be lucky to have him!"
"Mando was my mentor in a few projects we worked on at IUSD. He's responsible for most of what I know regarding app development in C#/.NET, so I can testify to his patience, ability to teach, and his personable demeanor. On the team, he helps foster an environment of constant growth and learning and always faces challenges with thoughtful solutions, carefully listening to each team member's input."
"From day one, Mando's deep technical expertise and extensive knowledge of the domain and company systems were immediately apparent. He had an incredible knack for solving complex problems and was the go-to person for any technical challenges we faced. … He had a natural ability to steer the team in the right direction, offering insightful ideas and thoughtful guidance during team discussions."
"As a backend developer, Mando excelled in creating custom solutions, always delivering high-quality work that integrated seamlessly with our mobile efforts. Mando's ability to lead his team and manage tasks effectively using agile practices and tools like JIRA stood out, but what I valued most was his collaborative approach."
"Mando approached every task with efficiency, intelligence, and a strong focus on finding practical solutions to complex problems. … His clear communication and problem-solving mindset helped us address challenges effectively and stay on track."
"Armando's expertise in C# is truly impressive—his skillful development of multiple Blazor applications for Irvine Unified demonstrates both his technical proficiency and remarkable problem-solving capabilities. … He was quickly promoted from Programmer II to Programmer III, a testament to his dedication and high-quality work."
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