Senior developer · AI orchestration · modern web apps

I build intelligent web experiences and product-grade systems that move fast.

Browser games, AI agent workflows, mobile PWAs, and enterprise modernization — practical work built to ship quickly and perform in the real world.

📍 Lake Elsinore, CA — available remote and Southern California

About

JD

Josh Dobbs

20+ years of software experience combined with modern AI workflows, rapid prototyping, and pragmatic web architecture. I focus on building real products that feel polished and ship fast.

  • AI orchestration & agentic workflows
  • Browser games and PWAs with clean UX
  • Mobile-first, legacy modernization, rapid prototyping

Why work with me

I translate ideas into working software by combining strong engineering discipline with fast, creative execution — fewer long requirements cycles, more product momentum.

  • AI-enabled prototyping that cuts development time significantly
  • Custom automation and phone agents that save teams hours each week
  • Clear focus on outcomes, not just technology
  • 20+ years of production software experience across industries
AI & LLM orchestration Modern browser apps Agentic automation PWA & mobile web Legacy modernization Rapid prototyping

Projects

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Sow What? Now!

AI-powered gardening PWA

Enter your zip code, get instant planting windows, frost dates, and crop schedules tailored to your microclimate. Sections for direct sow, tray starts, companion planting, and indoor timing — no account, no ads, no tracking.

Claude API PWA Zone-aware Privacy-first
Open app
Sasquatch Ascent screenshot
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Sasquatch Ascent

Browser climbing game · Mobile-first PWA

Help Bigfoot scale an endless cliff face in this Pacific Northwest adventure. Tap-to-climb controls with optional tilt steering, no install needed, no ads. Fast to launch and satisfying to play on any device.

Phaser 3 PWA Mobile-first Tilt controls
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Void Ascent

Retro sci-fi shooter · Leaderboard

Pilot a spacecraft through the outer rim, dodging asteroids and racking up altitude. WebGL rendering, retro-pixel visuals, fuel management, and a live leaderboard give it competitive replay value beyond a simple arcade game.

Phaser 3 WebGL Leaderboard PWA
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Deep Sea Descent screenshot
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Deep Sea Descent

Atmospheric ocean game · Leaderboard

Descend into bioluminescent depths, collecting glowing sea creatures to sustain your glow while avoiding the darkness. Atmospheric Phaser 3 visuals, tight tap controls, and a leaderboard make each dive feel meaningful.

Phaser 3 WebGL Leaderboard Mobile-first
Play now
Dice Royale screenshot
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Dice Royale

Pass & play dice game · Self-hostable PWA

Pass-and-play for up to 4 players with custom dice colors, dot shapes, and rule sets. Leaderboard, settings persistence, and a full PWA package you can self-host. More strategic depth than it first appears.

Multiplayer PWA Self-hostable Customizable
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AI work

AI Orchestration & Agents

Autonomous pipelines · LLM workflows

Autonomous lead generation systems, local LLM inference environments, and prompt-driven pipelines that automate research, lead qualification, and workflow execution — reducing manual hours significantly.

Claude API OpenAI Local LLM Automation

▸ Client work added as projects are approved to share publicly.

How I can help

Whether you have a software problem you can't quite name or a clear project ready to build — I help businesses move faster, cut the busywork, and build things that actually work the way they should.

Automate the repetitive stuff

Pain point: "We do the same tasks manually every day"

If your team is spending hours copying data between systems, sending the same emails, or doing research by hand — that's automatable. I build custom tools that handle the tedious work so your people can focus on what actually matters.

  • Auto-respond to leads based on what they asked
  • Pull data from one system and push it to another
  • Generate reports or summaries without lifting a finger
  • AI phone agents that qualify callers before routing them
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Turn your idea into a real product

Pain point: "I have an idea but don't know where to start"

You don't need a six-month development cycle to find out if your idea works. I build working prototypes fast — real software you can put in front of users, investors, or your own team within days, not months.

  • A working app or tool, not just mockups
  • Fast enough to test assumptions before you commit
  • Mobile-friendly, shareable, and ready to demo
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Fix the software that's slowing you down

Pain point: "Our system works, but it's a nightmare to use"

Old software doesn't have to mean constant frustration. I modernize clunky internal tools and outdated systems — improving the experience for your team without scrapping everything and starting over.

  • Make old systems easier and faster to use
  • Connect tools that don't talk to each other
  • Replace manual workarounds with real solutions
  • Reduce the training time for new employees
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Add AI to what you're already doing

Pain point: "Everyone's using AI but I don't know what's useful"

Not every AI tool is worth the hype — but the right ones can meaningfully change what your team can get done in a day. I cut through the noise and build practical AI features that solve real problems in your specific workflow.

  • Summarize long documents or email threads instantly
  • AI-assisted customer support that scales with demand
  • Smart search across your own data and files
  • Workflow tools that draft, sort, and route automatically

Not sure what you need? That's completely normal. Send me a quick description of what's frustrating you or what you're trying to build — I'll tell you honestly whether I can help and what it would look like. Email me →

Let's work together

Looking for a developer who can ship fast apps, build AI workflows, and modernize legacy systems? I take on freelance projects, consulting engagements, and architecture work. Remote-first, Southern California preferred for in-person.

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