Hey, I'm John Ivan
I design and ship AI-powered products, from LLM-driven automation and RAG pipelines to the full-stack apps that put them in front of users. I turn fuzzy ideas into reliable, production-grade systems that actually scale.
from core import Agent
# spin up an autonomous agent
ivan = Agent(
role="AI Engineer",
skills=["LLMs", "RAG", "full-stack"],
status="available",
)
ivan.build("your_next_idea")
# >> shipping… ▍Engineering intelligence into products
I'm John Ivan, an AI engineer and full-stack developer. I build intelligent automation, language-model integrations, and the end-to-end web platforms around them. My background in scalable backend systems means the AI I ship is grounded in solid engineering, not demos.
What I enjoy most is turning messy, real-world requirements into clean, autonomous systems: agents that do real work, APIs that connect data sources, and pipelines that run reliably without babysitting.
Outside of building, I'm constantly exploring new models, tools, and techniques. I believe the best systems come from curiosity, consistency, and a relentless focus on quality.
Building autonomous agents and LLM workflows that handle real operational work, grounded in production-grade backend engineering.
The best systems come from curiosity, consistency, and a relentless focus on quality, not just clever demos.
The stack I build with
A toolkit spanning AI systems and the full-stack engineering that ships them to production.
AI & Automation
- LLM Integration
- RAG Pipelines
- AI Agents
- Prompt Engineering
- Workflow Automation
- OpenAI / Anthropic APIs
Backend
- Laravel
- Node.js
- Express.js
- Python
- MongoDB
- MySQL
Frontend
- React
- Next.js
- Vue
- Livewire
- Tailwind
- TypeScript
Infra & DevOps
- Git
- Docker
- AWS
- Vercel
- REST APIs
- CI/CD
Things I've built
A mix of AI automation, custom integrations, and platforms shipped for real clients.
Business Name Automation
Automation tooling for Canadian business name search and pre-search workflows, plus an internal client portal that streamlined the entire intake process.
Custom Data APIs
Built custom APIs that surface and integrate external data sources into custom post types, with backend performance optimization end to end.
Employee Portal for VA Agency
Internal employee portal for a virtual assistant agency, centralizing staff management, task tracking, and day-to-day operations in one streamlined platform.
Voice AI
AI voice agent that answers inbound calls and handles them end to end, responding to caller questions about the company, booking appointments on the spot, and transferring to a live specialist whenever the caller wants a real person. Built in GoHighLevel with ElevenLabs voice and GPT-5 mini.
Jollibee Kiddie Party Booking
Booking application for Jollibee's Kiddie Party service, letting families reserve party packages, pick dates and locations, and manage bookings through a smooth, guided flow.
Property Management System
End-to-end property management platform for handling listings, tenants, leases, and maintenance requests, with automated workflows to keep operations running smoothly.
Scalable Backend Systems
API development, database management, third-party integrations, and core logic with comprehensive testing, built to scale reliably.
What people say
Feedback from the clients and teammates I've worked with.
I've lost count of how many times we hit a wall on the web dev side and you just... figured it out. The kind of blockers that had us stuck for hours, you come in and get it moving again. That's not something everyone can do, and we don't take it for granted.
My journey so far
The teams and projects that have shaped how I build.
Software Engineer
Built automation tools for Canadian business name search and pre-search processes, developed an internal client portal, and delivered the company web platform.
Web Developer
Implemented custom features, integrated external data sources, optimized backend performance, and developed custom APIs for structured content delivery.
Web Developer
Developed and maintained client platforms, shipped feature enhancements and UI improvements, and implemented SEO and on-page optimization.
Web Developer
Delivered web platforms while ensuring server stability, managing development workflows and timelines, and tracking project progress.
Web Developer
Built and maintained websites, handled server maintenance and uptime monitoring, and managed project workflows and progress tracking.
Software Engineer
Authored software architecture and design docs, developed functional code from system designs, fixed defects, and delivered feature improvements.
Software Developer
Built and maintained scalable backend systems: API development, database management, third-party integrations, core logic, testing, and debugging.
Software Developer
Led requirements gathering with stakeholders, handled database and user administration, and maintained employee tracking systems with ongoing support.
A clear, low-risk process
From first conversation to confident handoff, here's what working together looks like.
Discovery
We start with a conversation about your goal, your current workflow, and what success looks like. I map out the problem before touching any code, so we build the right thing.
Design & Plan
I propose a clear approach: the architecture, tools, and timeline. You know exactly what you're getting, what it'll cost, and when, before any work begins.
Build & Iterate
I build in focused increments and keep you in the loop with regular updates. You see progress early and give feedback along the way, no black boxes, no surprises.
Test & Handoff
Every build is tested against real scenarios before delivery. I hand off clean, documented work and make sure you're set up to run it confidently.
Let's build something intelligent
Have a project in mind, or just want to say hello? Send a message and I'll get back to you within 24 hours.
hello@johneslabra.com