Robert Smith at Eazy St
Open to AI & Streaming Platform Roles

Building the Future of AI & Streaming

Senior Full-Stack Engineer with 20+ years of experience crafting high-performance platforms, AI-powered applications, and streaming infrastructure that serves millions.

20+ Years
Full-Stack Dev
AI / ML
Chatbots & NLP
99.9% Uptime
Streaming Platforms
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About Me

A Rare Combination of Skills

I bring together deep expertise in AI/ML integration, streaming platform architecture, and virtual world development—a rare combination that's increasingly essential for companies pushing the boundaries of interactive entertainment.

AI Integration Expert

Built AI-powered chatbots, NLP systems, and intelligent automation that transform user experiences.

Streaming Architect

17+ years managing 24/7 streaming platforms with automated programming and near-perfect uptime.

Virtual World Builder

15+ years designing 3D environments, scripting gameplay systems, and managing virtual economies on Second Life.

Full-Stack Leader

End-to-end ownership from database architecture to pixel-perfect UI across modern tech stacks.

Technical Skills

Deep & Diverse Expertise

Two decades of hands-on experience across the full technology stack.

AI & Machine Learning

  • AI Chatbot Integration
  • Natural Language Processing
  • Prompt Engineering
  • OpenAI / LLM APIs
  • Intelligent Automation

3D / VR / Gaming

  • 3D Environment Design
  • Blender / Photoshop
  • LSL Game Scripting
  • Virtual World Development
  • Interactive Gameplay Systems

Streaming & Media

  • Audio/Video Encoding
  • Low-Latency Delivery
  • 24/7 Platform Management
  • Automated Programming
  • CDN & Edge Optimization

Frontend & Full-Stack

  • Next.js 14 / React
  • TypeScript
  • Tailwind CSS
  • Framer Motion
  • Core Web Vitals

Database & Backend

  • PostgreSQL / MySQL
  • Prisma ORM
  • Complex Query Tuning
  • REST & GraphQL APIs
  • Node.js / Express

Infrastructure

  • AWS / Cloud Services
  • Docker & CI/CD
  • 99.9% Uptime SLA
  • Git / GitHub
  • System Architecture
Featured Projects

Work That Speaks for Itself

Real-world platforms powering local communities, clean energy, live entertainment, AI experiences, virtual worlds, and continuous streams.

AllCompton

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Community Business Directory & Ad Monetization Platform

Built Compton's original local business directory and advertising platform connecting residents with trusted businesses across 18+ categories. Designed and sold digital advertising packages to local businesses, managing ad inventory, placement strategy, advertiser onboarding, and revenue generation—turning a community platform into a monetized business.

Revenue:Ad Sales
Market:Compton, CA

Key Achievements

  • Sold digital advertising packages to local businesses, generating recurring platform revenue
  • Built ad inventory management system with premium placement tiers and pricing models
  • Developed advertiser onboarding and self-service ad management dashboard
  • Implemented searchable directory with 18+ categories driving local business discovery
Next.jsReactTypeScriptPostgreSQLAd TechPayment IntegrationSEOTailwind CSS

WayOut Entertainment

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Smoke Shop & Custom Apparel Brand · Las Vegas, NV

Built the website for WayOut Entertainment, a Las Vegas-based community-driven brand founded by Wendell Williams. The platform showcases their smoke shop locations, custom apparel services for events, and community initiatives supporting local talent and artists.

Location:Las Vegas, NV
Services:Retail & Apparel

Key Achievements

  • Designed and developed full business website with multi-location store information
  • Built custom apparel ordering and inquiry system for events, clubs, and organizations
  • Implemented product showcase for smoking essentials, premium glass, vapes, and accessories
  • Created brand presence highlighting community engagement and local talent support
Next.jsReactTypeScriptTailwind CSSResponsive DesignSEO

Imperial Sun Labs

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Clean Energy Platform & Solar Product E-Commerce

Developed a full-featured clean energy platform and e-commerce business selling solar products. Combines technology research, lithium valley data, and a revenue-generating online storefront—managing product listings, order fulfillment, affiliate sales, and financial analytics across a single cohesive platform.

Revenue:Product Sales
Focus:Clean Energy

Key Achievements

  • Built and operate e-commerce storefront actively selling solar energy products online
  • Managed product catalog, pricing strategy, and affiliate sales partnerships
  • Integrated payment processing, order management, and financial analytics dashboards
  • Developed solar energy data visualization and lithium valley research tools
Next.jsReactTypeScriptTailwind CSSPostgreSQLE-CommercePayment IntegrationData Visualization

Live Concert Pay-Per-View Streaming Platform

Built a live concert and events pay-per-view streaming platform that delivers exclusive concert streams directly from the stage to viewers' screens. Features secure ticketing, private stream access for verified ticket holders, and a seamless live viewing experience.

Model:Pay-Per-View
Access:Verified Only

Key Achievements

  • Engineered pay-per-view ticketing and secure stream access system
  • Built real-time live streaming infrastructure for concert events
  • Implemented verified ticket holder authentication—no sharing, no leaks
  • Designed intuitive event browsing and ticket purchasing flow
Next.jsReactTypeScriptStreaming APIPayment IntegrationWebSocketTailwind CSS

Black Inventions

AI-Powered Patent & Innovation Tracking

Built an AI-powered chatbot and patent tracking system that uses natural language processing to help users explore, search, and learn about Black inventors and their contributions to technology.

AI Chatbot:NLP-Powered
User Experience:Accessibility-First

Key Achievements

  • Integrated AI chatbot with NLP for conversational patent search
  • Built comprehensive patent database with advanced filtering
  • Implemented intelligent recommendation engine
  • Designed intuitive UI with accessibility-first approach
ReactTypeScriptOpenAI APINLPPostgreSQLNode.jsTailwind CSS

Spizzzle

24/7 Streaming Platform · 17+ Years Running

Architected and maintained a 24/7 streaming platform with automated programming, encoding pipelines, and near-perfect uptime spanning over 17 years—demonstrating exceptional reliability engineering.

Uptime:17+ Years
Reliability:99.9% SLA

Key Achievements

  • 17+ years of continuous 24/7 streaming uptime
  • Automated content programming and scheduling system
  • Audio/video encoding pipeline with quality optimization
  • Low-latency delivery infrastructure with 99.9% uptime SLA
Node.jsFFmpegAWSPostgreSQLDockerCDNWebSocket

Zoha Islands

Virtual Real Estate Empire · #3 Ranked Portfolio · Second Life

Built and managed a top-3 ranked virtual real estate portfolio on Second Life, designing immersive 3D environments using Blender and Photoshop. Generated revenue through virtual property sales, tenant management, and community building across a sprawling island estate serving 1,000+ users.

Ranking:#3 Portfolio
Users:1,000+

Key Achievements

  • Achieved #3 ranked property portfolio on SecondLife.com platform
  • Designed 3D virtual environments using Blender and Photoshop for immersive experiences
  • Generated revenue through virtual real estate sales and property management
  • Provided technical support and community management for active user base
Blender3D DesignPhotoshopLSL ScriptingVirtual EconomyCommunity Management

Roleplay Gaming System · Second Life Community Platform

Developed a full-featured roleplay system for the Second Life gaming platform, enabling urban community gameplay with interactive scripted objects, custom game mechanics, and a companion database (SLHangouts) cataloging the Second Life urban community.

Type:Roleplay System
Platform:Second Life

Key Achievements

  • Built complete roleplay gaming system with custom LSL-scripted game mechanics
  • Programmed interactive objects enhancing player engagement and immersion
  • Created companion community database (SLHangouts) for the urban Second Life community
  • Produced multimedia content including animations, audio files, and streaming broadcasts
LSL Scripting3D DesignGame MechanicsDatabase SystemsMultimedia ProductionCommunity Platforms
Experience

20+ Years of Impact

From major label music distribution to streaming platform architecture and AI engineering.

Senior Full-Stack Developer & AI Integration Engineer

Link Development / Independent Remote 2004 – Present
  • Architected and deployed AI-powered chatbot systems with NLP integration
  • Built and maintained 24/7 streaming platforms with 17+ years continuous uptime
  • Sold digital advertising packages and solar products through self-built platforms
  • Optimized database performance with complex query tuning on PostgreSQL/MySQL
  • Achieved 99.9% uptime SLA across all production streaming infrastructure
  • Delivered 100+ web solutions for clients in media, e-commerce, and entertainment

VR Designer / Developer / Virtual Real Estate Manager

SecondLife.com (Linden Lab) Remote 2009 – Present
  • Designed and developed 3D virtual environments using Blender and Photoshop for 1,000+ users
  • Managed Zoha Islands Estate — ranked #3 property portfolio on the platform
  • Programmed interactive objects and gameplay systems using LSL scripting language
  • Built SLHoods.com — a full roleplay system powering urban community gameplay
  • Produced multimedia content including animations, audio, and streaming broadcasts
  • Managed customer support and technical assistance for active gaming community

Music Distribution & Marketing Manager

RED Distribution (Sony Music) Santa Monica, CA Industry Experience
  • Managed distribution strategies for major retail music accounts across national markets
  • Executed promotional campaigns for hip hop releases across regional markets
  • Coordinated with retail partners on product placement, pricing, and inventory strategy
  • Built relationships with key accounts to maximize market penetration for new releases

Radio Production / Promotions / Label Operations

Capitol Records / Loud Records / American Radio Network Los Angeles, CA (Former) Industry Experience
  • Worked across artist promotion, radio production, and grassroots marketing campaigns
  • Produced radio content and coordinated promotional campaigns for major label releases
  • Executed grassroots and street marketing strategies to drive artist visibility and record sales
  • Collaborated with A&R, marketing, and distribution teams at multiple major labels

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Looking for a senior engineer who can bridge AI and streaming? I'd love to hear about your team's challenges.