Pakana.net

Creator & Lead Architect — pakana.net
Blockchain-driven platform for payment and document processing using the Stellar Network and the custom IPNS/IFFS implementation of the lockb0x storage protocol. Pakana automates and secures regulated payment and escrow transactions, built with open-source SCF Awarded Projects: the Stellar Razor and Blazor Components and the Stellar Identity Framework.
Stellar Community Fund Award: $45,200 (SCF #21)

Stellar Identity Framework

Stellar Razor and Blazor Suite

Creator & Lead Developer — GitHub
DotNet Razor and Blazor UI Components and schema for Microsoft Identity, OAuth 2.0, OIDS 1.0, QR-Code MFA, and keypair abstraction. Enables rapid integration of Stellar blockchain identity and payments into .NET applications.
Stellar Community Fund Awards: $150,000 total (SCF #25, #27, #31)

node_zero.xyz

Founder, Technical & Narrative Architect
Creating a multi-platform metaverse narrative, integrating blockchain, AI, and immersive storytelling. Built an interoperable fiction ecosystem anchored by the Central Inquiry, (fictional) quantum-entangled blockchain mechanics, and decentralized archives (lockb0x). Designed transmedia publishing workflows across Bluesky, Lamina1, GitHub, and web platforms—blending AI-driven storytelling, NFT artifacts, and player interaction in a self-expanding, transmedia, interactive cyberpunk universe.

Various Contract & Freelance Software Architect (2010–Present)

• Led ETL, system and data migration, enterprise and systems design projects for diverse clients.
• Three Lock Box LLC (2018–2022): Migrated legacy LAMP stack to modern .NET cloud-native infrastructure with zero downtime; built reusable API components and documentation to accelerate new feature delivery; implemented identity, compliance, and distributed storage tools to align with organizational goals.
• Artesian Spas Manufacturing Production Systems Audit
• Elevate Digital Caesars Entertainment “Smart Cities” Prototype Kiosk Project.
• Alogent (formerly Bluepoint Solutions) – Core Banking System migration processes.
• Regional Transit Commission – Prototype Bus Stop Inventory, Audit, Maintenance Application.
• Optum Insight (United Healthcare) – Business Intelligence Architect/Senior Developer (4/2014–12/2014)
  
  • Supported Planview Enterprise Application and Reporting Team for development, implementation, and administration.
  • Managed onshore and offshore development teams; participated in post-merger BI strategy and planning.
  • Integrated Planview, SSRS, and SSIS operations into unified interfaces; maintained data integrity and secure development practices.
  • Designed, developed, and documented complex SSIS ETL packages using C#, PL/SQL, and T-SQL across large Oracle and MSSQL datasets.
• Duke Energy – ETL Developer/Application Developer (12/2013–5/2014)
  
  • Supported Nuclear IT Team during merger of legacy information systems (Progress Energy acquisition).
  • Participated in asset rationalization, legacy data preservation, and post-merger application rebuilds.
  • Designed, developed, and documented complex SSIS ETL packages using C#, PL/SQL, and T-SQL across Oracle and MSSQL databases.
• CPI Card Group – eServices Development Team Lead (1/2011–11/2013)
  
  • Lead developer and mentor for distributed team; business analyst for UI/system requirements.
  • Architected/documented new features, developed/maintained social platform integrations (Facebook, etc).
  • Wrote technical requirements for third-party development; documented systems, backup, and DR procedures.
  • Developed complex ETL packages for data center migrations.
• URS Corporation (AECOM/EG&G) – Systems Analyst III/DBA (8/2009–9/2011)
  
  • Business analyst and developer in high-security environments; integrated Deltek Costpoint with Hyperion, Pentagon2000, ADP.
  • Procured, installed, and maintained SQL Server 2008/2000; migrated databases and DTS packages.
  • Developed UASOCS Training Database and WinForm UI with VB.NET and SQL Server CE.
• Other Relevant Experience (2000–2011)
  
  • Robert Half Technologies – Software/DB Consultant: EG&G/URS (DBA, ETL, payroll/timekeeping), The M Resort (Rewards and Wait List Management), Nevada State College (Enrollment ETL/Reporting).
  • On The Web Marketing Group / FurnitureExpression.com – Senior ASP.NET Developer (2008–2009).
  • Southern Swell Bar B Q – Owner (2006–2008).
  • Red Ball Consulting – ETL/Biztalk Developer for Blue Cross Blue Shield of Hawaii (AS400 to Windows migration, 2005–2006).
  • MELE Associates / Pacific Telehealth and Technology Hui – Systems Analyst (2002–2005): Tripler Army Medical Center, HI.
  • State of Hawaii, Dept. of Commerce & Consumer Affairs – Forensic Investigator III (2001–2002): Developed business filing/entity document management system.
  • Title Guaranty of Hawaii – Designed/implemented Document Scanning and Management System for statewide property title records (2000–2001).