James Saiban

James Saiban

Software Engineer
Freelance Web Developer
SaaS Builder

Self-taught full-stack engineer with 3+ years of experience creating modern web applications. Turning challenges into code, one project at a time.

About Me

My Journey

After stepping away from college to care for family and experiencing homelessness, I taught myself software development and built real-world applications using modern web technologies. Through every setback, resilience has defined me—and my passion for coding remains as strong as ever.

What I Do

Today, I run my own hosting business, develop client solutions, and create tech that solves real problems. I specialize in full-stack development with modern technologies like React, Next.js, and TypeScript.

Core Values

Resilience
Turning challenges into opportunities
Innovation
Building solutions that matter
Growth
Continuous learning and improvement

Education & Learning

Jackson Community College

A.A.S. in Software Development (2017-2020)

Harvard CS50

Introduction to Computer Science (edX)

Self-Taught Engineer

Modern full-stack technologies & deployment

Technical Skills

A comprehensive toolkit for building modern, scalable web applications

Programming Languages

JavaScript
TypeScript
HTML
CSS
C++
Java

Libraries & Frameworks

React 19
Next.js 15
Shadcn/UI
Tailwind CSS 4
Clerk
Express
Prisma
Radix UI
React Hook Form
Zod

Backend & Database

Supabase
RESTful APIs
Docker
Kubernetes
CI/CD
GitHub Actions

Tools & Platforms

Git
Vercel
WHMCS
Coolify
Sentry
Vapi AI
ESLint
Prettier
TurboRepo
Notion

Featured Projects

Real-world applications built with modern technologies

Converso - AI Teaching Platform
2024 – Present
Converso - AI Teaching Platform

A real-time AI-powered education platform featuring voice-based teaching companions with progress tracking and subscription management.

Next.js
React
TypeScript
Supabase
Vapi AI
Clerk
Vercel
First Portfolio Website
2021
First Portfolio Website

A personal portfolio website designed from scratch using Figma for UI design and React for development, showcasing early web development skills.

React
Figma
HTML
CSS

Experience

Professional journey combining technical expertise with business acumen

Freelance Web Hosting & Website Developer

Self-Employed

Michigan, USA

2021 – Present
  • Built and managed client websites using WHMCS reseller hosting and modern web technologies
  • Provided end-to-end services including domain setup, deployment, maintenance, and client support
  • Delivered responsive WordPress sites using custom code and plugins, implementing SEO best practices
Stockroom Coordinator

Cintas Corporation

Lansing, MI

2023 – 2025
  • Handled inventory management, order tracking, and new account preparation using SAP systems (BOBJ, MIGO)
  • Collaborated with sales, service, and KAM teams to ensure timely installs and resolve customer inquiries
  • Trained in multiple stockroom operations including grading, inventory, heat sealing, and emblem filing

Let's Work Together

Ready to bring your ideas to life? Let's discuss your next project.

Available For

Freelance Projects
Full-time Opportunities
Consulting & Code Reviews
Technical Partnerships
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