Hi! I’m Nick Nguyen Fractional CTO with expierence as a full stack developer, avid cyclist, and AI tinkerer, from the beautiful coast line of southern California.
- I have over 20 years of experience, architecting and leading the creation of web and mobile apps using PHP, Node.js, React Native, Python, as well as managing cloud networks, integrating AI and more (nicknguyen.com).
- CTO at Navenu, where I led mobile (iOS/Android) and AI-powered concierge development, launching early versions in markets like London and Dubai.
- Created GuidetoRide.com to connect riders with local ride guides. Helping riders get paid to ride and to get out and explore new trails.
- Created Onpoint a robust MMJ management application by myself and open sourced it.
- Successfully built my dream motorcycle in 3 weeks using scrap parts.
- Former CEO & Founder of Eminent Funding Mortgage Corporation.
- Achieved Charter at BMW North America in 2004
- Trained an AI model my preferences, and deployed an AI bot to swipe intelligently on apps—yes, that’s real and a bit weird.
- Avid endurance road cyclist 🚴 and mountain biker with Strava activities in the top 1% of over 100 million users in 2022, 2023 & 2024.
- My expierence growing companies.
- Passionate about merging AI, cloud, and web architecture to solve real-world problems creatively and efficiently.
I’m always open to new freelance projects or creative experiments—especially those involving AI, voice control, or unusual UX flows.
Catch more of my thoughts or get in touch:
| 🎯 Fact | Details |
|---|---|
| Passionate Pedaler | Flying with my bike to San Francisco and pedaled 500 miles back home. |
| AI mischief | Taught an AI to swipe for me… and it worked. Training data: 2,200+ labeled images. |
| Problem-solver | Built and scaled everything from AI bots to motorcycles—literally built my dream bike in two weeks. |
Whether you need a bot that screens calls, an AI-enhanced web app, or just someone who takes code seriously—drop me a line. I’m always up for a new challenge.
— Nick Nguyen
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